At Merete, we are committed to establishing a supportive and welcoming workplace environment where bias is acknowledged and overcome and where all associates feel welcomed and supported. We value and develop people from all backgrounds and, experiences, leading us to better serve our guests, associates, and community.

Merete is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or age.

ROOM ATTENDANT

SUMMARY
Perform any combination of cleaning duties to maintain hotel rooms in a clean and orderly manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Making beds, replenishing linens, cleaning room, bathroom, and halls, and vacuuming.
• Unload/load housekeeping cart with supplies.
• Replace cleaning supplies.
• Report all problems and any maintenance repairs as needed.
• Communicate with supervisor room status, work progress, and all guest requests and problems.
• Record and turn in all lost & found items.
• Keep cart clean, neat, and stocked.
• Report any unsafe conditions immediately.
• Complete all other duties as assigned to include cross training.
• Associates must work within recognized time frames appropriate to the task.
• Expected cleaning times for rooms must be met according to brand standard.
• Regular and reliable attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this position.
• Treating others with respect and behaving in a manner that is positive, productive and encourages teamwork at all times is an essential function of this job.

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION

• Lift and carry average weight of 20lbs frequently, maximum weight frequently 50lbs.
• Standing/walking up to two miles per day on cement, tile, asphalt, and carpet.
• Reaching/overhead extension to pull items down. Pushing and pulling average weight frequently
• 50lbs, maximum weight 150lbs. Repetitive motions of bending, kneeling, stooping, and twisting.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Working with and exposed to fumes, chemicals, vibrations, humidity, cold, heat, dust, and noise.
• Must adhere to the Hotels safety standards and procedures (i.e., hearing, eye, hand protection for equipment operation).

SUCCESS FACTORS

• Effectively manage time (e.g., time spent per room, planning, prioritizing).
• Ability to communicate with guests as well as management and team members.
• Ability to work under time constraints, and in a fast-paced environment.
• Work within recognized time frame appropriate to the task.
• Follows all appropriate policies and procedures while constantly striving to improve all standards of operation.
• Follow all safety procedures.
• Meets or exceeds productivity standards.

• Prior housekeeping experience helpful.
• Must pass criminal background check.