Assistant Housekeeping Manager

Highgate Hotels•Boston, MA

56d

About The Position

Step into the future of hospitality at The Atlas Hotel. The Atlas, Boston's first-of-its-kind hotel, is where local connection meets global inspiration and hospitality intersects with thought leadership. Join us at the ground floor of this brand-new hotel opening and help craft unforgettable moments at the intersection of research, hospitality, and inspiration-where every day is a first. The Assistant Housekeping Manager is responsible for administering and coordinating housekeeping functions in assigned sections, as well as assuming all Housekeeping Manager functions in his/her absence.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required. College course work in related field helpful.
At least two to three years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
Previous supervisory responsibility preferred.
Ability to stand during entire shift.
Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.

Responsibilities

Inspect Room Attendant's work performance within assigned section on a daily basis to ensure the standards and productivity levels are being met and maintained.
In the absence of the Housekeeping Manager or Assistant Housekeeping Manager, inspect all V.I.P. rooms and report their availability to the Front Office, according to hotel standards.
Oversee the closing of the floors at the end of the day, ensuring the Room Attendants' carts are clean and restocked.
Ensure records of daily assignments are completed, signed off and turned into the Housekeeping Office on time.
Maintain key control.
Handle items for "Lost and Found" according to the standards.
Monitor cleanliness and orderliness of Room Attendants' carts, linen closets, control closets, stairways and landings.
Oversee the daily assignment of duties, ensuring Room Attendants and House Attendants carry a work assignment.
Carry an active pager/radio to maintain contact with the Front Office and/or Engineering throughout the shift.
Report on progress of all out-of-order rooms under the Housekeeping Department's supervision to the Guest Services Manager, according to standards.
Initiate work orders for repairs and maintenance and forward to Engineering. Follow through on each work order until completed.
Assist with training of Housekeeping staff.
May be required to clean rooms as business needs dictate.
Ensure completion of cleaning projects on a biannual basis.
Ensure overall guest satisfaction.