Housekeeper

MCR • Abilene, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Housekeeper is responsible for cleaning and preparing guest rooms, hallways, and public areas in the hotel. This role is crucial in maintaining the MCR standard of providing clean, friendly, well-organized, and safe hotels for guests. The Housekeeper will complete pre-cleaning duties, thoroughly clean and restock assigned guest rooms, and assist with additional cleaning projects in various hotel areas as needed.

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 (motions) 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 work cart, attending morning stand-up meetings, and assisting 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 deep cleaning activities as assigned by the direct supervisor.
• Ensure all front and back of house areas are well-organized and clean.
• Greet guests happily with a smile, using their names whenever possible, while cleaning.
• Pitch in to clean guest rooms and public spaces as needed to ensure the hotel is well-organized and safe.
• Complete all operational checklists accurately and at the designated times.
• Ensure handover reports are accurate and on time for effective shift-to-shift communication.
• Wear a clean, approved uniform and be well-groomed per the Team Member Handbook, with a nametag and smiling at all times.
• Communicate clearly, honestly, and professionally with team members.
• Demonstrate a 'Can Do' attitude, willing to stretch 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 a sense of urgency.
• Maintain strong knowledge of all hotel facilities and amenities.
• Be aware of and support all groups and events at the hotel.
• Understand relevant technology for the role.
• Answer all 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