Housekeeper for Stony Point Center (Term Part Time)
About The Position
Stony Point Center, owned and operated by PC(USA) for over 40 years, is located in the scenic Hudson River Valley, 45 minutes northwest of New York City in beautiful upstate New York. It rests on 30 acres of nature, gardens and farmland with a meditation space, labyrinth and art space to help guests explore faith, creativity, community and leadership building. Stony Point Center is committed to welcoming guests from all walks of life, fostering dialogue, inspiring spiritual work and eradicating systemic racism and institutionalized poverty. This position calls for a commitment to the mission of the PC(USA) as noted in its theological confessions, the Book of Order, and the actions of the General Assembly. The purpose of this position is to prepare sleeping rooms, bathrooms and common areas for use by day and overnight guests (throughout the campus). Perform tasks in a safe manner to provide a high standard of cleanliness for Stony Point Center guests, staff and residents.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Experience as a housekeeper in the hospitality or commercial industries
- Ability to interact with industry software to schedule ordering of supplies and maintain records for room inspections
- Comprehension of written language (Spanish or English) required.
- Conflict resolution skills
- Ability to adapt to the changing needs of guests and hospitality environment
- Ability to interact and communicate with individuals from different racial and ethnic backgrounds
- High Attention to detail
- Able to work without direction
- Ability to work well with others
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency in both English and Spanish languages is helpful
- Have a deep understanding and commitment to cultural and racial ethnic inclusiveness. Values diverse groups, ethnicities, genders, communities, cultural constituencies and points of view. Able to relate well to people from all walks of life and of varying theological perspectives.
- Ability to speak one or more languages other than English very helpful.
Responsibilities
- Interact with guests in a manner that presents Stony Point Center in a positive and hospitable way
- Using products sanctioned by Stony Point Center, turnover and provide stayover service for rooms and bathrooms assigned daily.
- Notify supervisor of time off needed 2 weeks in advance.
- Assist team members when needed and ask for help when appropriate.
- Take care when finding items left behind to label and deliver to front desk.
- Maintain cleanliness, hospitality amenities and furnishings of sleeping units, public spaces and offices.
- Identify and communicate needed repairs to the Retreat Center Manager.
- Using care when entering and exiting guest rooms. Announce before entering and be aware of status of door lock when leaving.
- Adheres strictly to rules regarding health and safety and be aware of Stony Point Center practices
- Perform tasks in a safe manner to provide a high standard of cleanliness for Stony Point Center guests, staff and residents. Working quickly without compromising quality in this process.
- Assist in Maintaining inventory records and order supplies and linens as needed.
- Assist Organize and store linens and supplies appropriately for easy access by housekeepers.
- Assist with room inspections and address any deficiencies in a timely fashion when needed.
- Communicate the status of rooms to housekeeping supervisor daily.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
