housekeeper at Staybridge Suites Wichita Kansas

Lexima•Wichita, KS

11d•Onsite

About The Position

A Housekeeper is responsible for all cleaning functions to service designated suites and public areas as directed by the Executive Housekeeper or the Housekeeping Supervisor. They are expected to actively develop and promote superior services skills in working with clients, guests and co-workers.

Requirements

Must be capable of utilizing both hands in order to perform such tasks as changing bed linens, scrubbing pots, etc.
Must be capable of reaching overhead to dust, clean the tops of equipment/appliances and to place items in cupboards.
Must be capable of moving light furniture, ( i.e. chairs, tables, etc.) in order to clean under these items.
Must practice safe use of all cleaning agents.
Must be able to follow all safety practices such as wearing personal protective equipment, reading chemical warning labels, and other safe work practices.
Must be able to use two-way radios, telephones, general office equipment, industrial washer, dryer, irons, vacuum, floor buffer, wet vac and other housekeeping equipment.

Responsibilities

Receives a list of rooms at the start of shift to identify rooms and public spaces to be cleaned during shift.
Complete all pre-cleaning duties, including but not limited to, guest supplies, cleaning supplies and linen for housekeeping cart set-up.
Prepare housekeeping cart for the next day’s use.
Remove all trash and dirty linen from guest suites.
Keep all hallways, public areas and closets clean, neat and vacuumed.
Report all missing items from rooms ( i.e. irons/boards, hair dryers, etc.) to Executive Housekeeper.
Ensure proper care of housekeeping equipment and facilities and report all maintenance as needed.
Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include compliance with dress code and uniform requirements.
Maintain a professional and friendly demeanor at all times.
Must be attentive, courteous and efficient in the dealings with guests, managers and all other employees.
Comply with brand standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
Establish and maintain good communications and teamwork with fellow employees and other departments within the hotel.
Exhibit helpful and willing attitude to serve guest requests.
Communicate with other hotel staff to accommodate special guest requests.
Participate in all-employee meetings, events and other functions required by management.
Be familiar with all policies, hotel rules and hotel terminology.
Perform any other duties as requested by management.