Cleaner Overnight - FT, PT

Hotel Californian•Santa Barbara, CA

22d

About The Position

Position Overview At Hotel Californian, we are committed to delivering an exceptional luxury guest experience rooted in impeccable presentation, attention to detail, and a sense of place. The Overnight Cleaner plays a critical role in ensuring the property is pristine, refreshed, and fully prepared for the next day’s operations. This position is responsible for deep cleaning and maintaining all public areas, back-of-house spaces, and select guest areas during overnight hours, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and brand presentation are consistently upheld.

Requirements

Previous cleaning or housekeeping experience in hospitality preferred, luxury environment a plus
Strong attention to detail with a commitment to excellence
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision during overnight hours
Basic understanding of cleaning chemicals and equipment
Reliable, punctual, and able to maintain consistent attendance
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 30 pounds for extended periods
Ability to perform repetitive cleaning tasks and operate equipment
Comfortable working overnight shifts, including weekends and holidays

Nice To Haves

Previous cleaning or housekeeping experience in hospitality preferred, luxury environment a plus

Responsibilities

Perform overnight deep cleaning of all public areas, including lobbies, corridors, restrooms, elevators, and meeting spaces
Ensure all surfaces, fixtures, and flooring are cleaned, polished, and maintained to luxury hospitality standards
Maintain cleanliness of back-of-house areas, including offices, locker rooms, and service corridors
Execute floor care duties including vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, and polishing
Prepare the property for morning operations, ensuring all areas are guest-ready prior to opening hours
Restock cleaning supplies, paper products, and guest amenities in public areas
Identify and report maintenance issues, safety hazards, or damage promptly
Follow all safety protocols, including proper handling of cleaning chemicals and equipment
Adhere to company policies and OSHA standards to maintain a safe working environment
Maintain security awareness while working overnight and report any unusual activity
Work closely with Housekeeping and Engineering teams to ensure seamless overnight operations
Communicate effectively through logs and handoff notes for morning teams
Support additional cleaning or special projects as assigned