Housekeeper

MCR • Milwaukee, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Housekeeper is responsible for cleaning and preparing guest rooms, hallways, and public areas in the hotel. This role involves completing pre-cleaning duties such as stocking the work cart, attending morning meetings, and assisting with laundry. The primary responsibility is to thoroughly clean and restock the required number of guest rooms per shift, as well as undertake additional cleaning projects in storage rooms, public spaces, and guest laundry as assigned by a supervisor. Maintaining cleanliness and organization in all front and back of house areas is crucial.

Requirements

• Experience in a hospitality, service, consumer-facing franchise or related field preferred.
• Must have a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Must be able to understand and follow established guidelines and procedures.
• Must work well in stressful, high-pressure situations.
• Must be effective at listening to, understanding, clarifying, and resolving concerns and issues raised by co-workers and guests.
• Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
• Must have a desire to serve all guests.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be willing to work a varied schedule that may include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays based upon the demands of the hotel.
• Arrive and clock in on time for every shift worked and clock out at the scheduled shift ending time, unless otherwise directed.
• Clock in/out for breaks at the designated time.
• Provide sufficient notice as directed by the supervisor when calling out for a scheduled shift.
• Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist.
• Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.
• Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery or erratically moving surfaces.
• Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to rest on one or both knees.
• Crawling: Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
• Standing: Remaining upright on the feet, particularly for sustained periods of time.
• Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
• Repetitive Motions: Making substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Lifting: Carrying certain housekeeping items such as linens, trash, or vacuums.

Responsibilities

• Complete all pre-cleaning duties including stocking room supplies and tools on the assigned work cart.
• Attend morning stand-up meetings.
• Fold and/or assist with dirty linen in the housekeeping laundry room.
• Thoroughly clean and restock the required number of guest rooms as assigned per shift.
• Perform additional cleaning projects in storage rooms, public spaces, guest laundry, and room deep cleaning activities as assigned by direct supervisor.
• Ensure all front and back of house areas are well-organized and clean.
• Greet guests happily with a smile, using their names when possible, while cleaning.
• Complete all operational checklists accurately and on time.
• Prepare accurate and timely handover reports for effective shift-to-shift communication.
• Wear a clean, approved uniform, be well-groomed, and wear a nametag at all times.
• Communicate clearly, honestly, and professionally with team members.
• Exhibit a 'Can Do' attitude, willing to go beyond traditional role to meet business and guest needs.
• Collaborate with team members to create a welcoming environment for guests and a positive workplace.
• Handle challenging guest situations with hospitality and urgency.
• Maintain strong knowledge of all hotel facilities and amenities.
• Be aware of and support all groups and events at the hotel.
• Understand and utilize relevant technology for the role.
• Answer incoming calls with friendly service using the approved greeting.

Benefits

• Hotel Discounts
• Weekly Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Options
• Referral bonuses
• Career advancement & upward mobility
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance- available after 30 days of employment for full-time team members

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed