Housekeeper

TPG Hotels & Resorts•Alexandria, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Housekeeper, referred to in the job overview as a Room Attendant, maintains cleanliness, order, and a welcoming atmosphere in guest rooms, public areas, and other designated spaces to support guest satisfaction and a positive guest experience. The role includes cleaning and sanitizing rooms and bathrooms, maintaining floors and surfaces, restocking supplies, and reporting maintenance needs or found items. Housekeepers interact courteously with guests, respect privacy, and follow security and safety procedures. The work is physically demanding and takes place partly in an interior hotel environment with equipment and machines. It may involve exposure to extreme temperatures, chemicals, dirt, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and loud noises. Basic safety precautions and applicable protective equipment are required. The listed rate is $17; no pay period is specified.

Requirements

Attention to detail and thoroughness.
Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques, chemicals, and equipment.
Ability to work independently and efficiently.
Strong communication skills for interacting with guests and team members.
Basic understanding of safety and sanitation practices.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the work, including extended standing and walking, climbing, bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, kneeling, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in housekeeping or a related role.

Responsibilities

Clean and tidy guest rooms to established standards, including dusting, vacuuming, changing linens, and making beds.
Clean and sanitize bathrooms, fixtures, surfaces, and amenities.
Dust and wipe furniture, surfaces, and decorative items in guest rooms and public areas.
Restock toiletries, towels, linens, and other supplies in guest rooms.
Empty trash bins and replace liners in guest rooms and common areas.
Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors in guest rooms, hallways, and public spaces.
Identify and report maintenance or repair needs to appropriate personnel.
Look for lost items in guest rooms and public areas and report them to the supervisor.
Interact professionally and courteously with guests and respond to requests and inquiries as needed.
Respect guests’ privacy and maintain security by following established procedures.
Work independently and efficiently to complete assigned rooms, organize housekeeping carts, and perform other assigned tasks.
Follow basic safety precautions and use applicable protective equipment.