What are the responsibilities and job description for the House Attendant position at The Langham Hotel?
DEPARTMENT: Housekeeping
JOB TITLE: House Person
REPORTS TO: Housekeeping Managers/Housekeeping Supervisors
SUPERVISES: NA
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION:
Assure cleanliness of guest floor corridors, foyers, stairwells, and public vending areas, and assists room attendants in order to maintain Langham high standards of quality.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND JOB DUTIES:
· Empty room attendant carts and guest rooms of dirty linens and trash.
· Stock closets and Room Attendant carts as needed with all supplies and linens as directed.
· Obtain amenities and supplies for room attendants as directed.
· Make up rollaway, sofa beds, and cribs.
· Vacuum, sweep, and/or mop hallways, stairwells, vending areas, and foyers.
· Clean and remove spots from corridor walls, doors, and carpets.
· Flip mattresses and move furniture such as bed frames, desks, and dressers as assigned by supervisor.
· Responsible for completing inventory.
· Assist with Turndown Service as needed.
· Complete guest requests or traces.
· Report any defects found in corridors or landings to the Housekeeping Coordinator.
· Maintain supplies kept in storage and in the Housekeeping cages.
· In slow season it is necessary to support in other areas such as laundry and public areas.
· Respond to guest questions. Provide guest assistance, directions, and information as requested.
· Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
· Physical activities include kneeling, crouching, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, walking, talking, seeing, hearing, bending, handling, feeling, reaching, stretching, grasping.
· Requires repetitive motion of the hands, wrists, shoulders and back with repeated bending and stooping.
· Ability to work alone in an established routine.
· Ability to push, pull, or lift House Person carts or mattresses weighing up to 200 lbs.
· Ability to push or pull maid carts weighing up to 100 lbs.
· Ability to lift and carry objects weighing minimum of 50 lbs.
· Ability to scrub and scour surfaces, extending arms over head to perform cleaning tasks, and work in confined spaces.
· Ability to communicate effectively with other employees, as well as guests.
· Basic ability to comprehend English language sufficient to understand information such as labels and instructions and basic guest requests.
SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:
· Fluency in English both verbal and non-verbal.
· Ability to:
o Perform job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy.
o Prioritize and organize.
o Be a clear thinker, remaining calm and resolving problems using good judgment.
o Follow directions thoroughly.
o Understand guest’s service needs.
o Work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.
o Work with constant supervision.
o Maintain confidentiality of guest information and pertinent hotel data.
EDUCATION REQUIRED:
· Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
· Previous hospitality experience preferred.
LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES:
None needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $26.56 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Rotating shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Commute:
- Pasadena, CA 91106 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Pasadena, CA 91106: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $27