What are the responsibilities and job description for the Houseperson / Van Driver (Hilton Garden Inn Sarasota Airport) position at Lexima?
Houseperson / Van Driver Job Description
Position Summary
The Houseperson is responsible for all cleaning functions to service designated suites and public areas as directed by the Executive Housekeeper or the Housekeeping Supervisor. The individual is expected to actively develop and promote superior services skills in working with clients, guests and co-workers.
The Van Driver is responsible for driving guests to designated locations, maintaining vehicle cleanliness and concierge duties. Van Drivers must have strong analytical and navigation skills with the ability to coordinate multiple pick-ups and drop-offs on a schedule under continuously changing circumstances. Drive the van according to scheduled van runs and / or as needed for guests and accommodate guests during their stay in an attentive courteous and efficient manner.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This position could be either full-time or part-time. All full-time positions are benefit eligible. This position must be flexible to work variable days of the week to include weekends and holidays based on business needs.
Essential Job Functions
- Remove all trash and dirty linen from guest suites.
- Keep all hallways, public areas and closets clean, neat and vacuumed.
- Report all missing items from rooms (i.e. irons / boards, hair dryers, etc.) to Executive Housekeeper.
- Correcting minor room deficiencies.
- Must be able to use two-way radios, telephones, general office equipment, industrial washer, dryer, irons, vacuum, floor buffer, wet vac and other housekeeping equipment.
- Ensure proper care of housekeeping equipment and facilities and report all maintenance as needed.
- Be familiar with all policies, hotel rules and hotel terminology.
- Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include compliance with dress code and uniform requirements.
- Always maintain a professional and friendly demeanor.
- Must always be attentive, courteous and efficient in the dealings with guests, managers and all other employees.
- Always comply with brand standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
- Establish and maintain good communications and teamwork with fellow employees and other departments within the hotel.
- Exhibits helpful and willing attitude to serve guest requests.
- Communicate with other hotel staff to accommodate special guest requests.
Work Environment
This position will be located at a hotel and primarily work in guest rooms, hotel facilities and public spaces.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee with or without accommodation to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable Accommodations
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the requirements of this position if such accommodations do not create an undue hardship for the company.
Travel
No travel is expected for this position.
Required Education and Experience
E-Verify
Lexima participates in E-Verify for every employee.
EEO Statement
Lexima is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Lexima is an EEO employer - M / F / Vets / Disabled
