Housekeeping Aid Full Time

Hilton Garden Inn/Home2 Suites Columbia Downtown•Columbia, SC

About The Position

The Position involves assisting the Room Attendants with linen, trash, guest requests, etc. Maintain a high standard of sanitation and cleanliness of the hotel. While keeping all areas free of safety hazards and performing tasks in a safe and efficient manner.

Requirements

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): or Work Equivalent
Exert physical effort in lifting/transporting at least 50 pounds.
Push/pull carts and other equipment up to 150 pounds.
Endure various physical movements throughout the work areas.
Satisfactorily communicate with guests, management and co-workers to their understanding.
Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 8-hours in length. Must be willing and have the ability to work a varied schedule that includes nights, weekends and holidays.
Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques, requirements and use of equipment
Knowledge of proper chemical handling
Must be able to reach above head and shoulder height to perform job duties.

Responsibilities

Maintain knowledge of all hotel features/services, hours of operation, room rates, special packages and promotions, daily house count and expected arrivals/departures and scheduled daily group activities.
Use all chemicals in accordance with OSHA regulations and hotel requirements.
Sweep and mop areas in front of elevators; clean all trash cans, and clean elevator track.
Maintain pool areas. Clean pool windows and bathroom daily.
Pick up trash from all floors after the room attendants finish for the day.
Turn in lost and found items immediately to the supervisor.
Provide assistance to co-workers and guests as needed.
Maintain guest confidentiality at all times.
Assists in handling emergencies in order to protect our guest and associates, and preserve the building and its systems during the emergency. Must act as quickly and responsibly as possible to return the building to its normal operating status.
This job description is not intended to provide a complete and comprehensive list of all job duties, requirements and responsibilities. Instead, it is provided as a general overview of the expectations for the position.