Houseperson

Donohoe Hospitality Services Careers•Reston, VA

About The Position

Come Join the team at Homewood Suites Reston! Working at Homewood Suites near Reston Town Center provides a rewarding and dynamic experience for those seeking to advance their careers in hospitality. Our prime location off Highway 267 in the Dulles Technology Corridor means you'll be at the center of a bustling area, just eight miles from Dulles Airport. Our location is near Reston Town Center and the National Golf Course, making commuting and leisure activities convenient. As an employee, you'll enjoy the satisfaction of providing top-notch amenities to guests, including complimentary buffet breakfast and Wi-Fi, fully equipped kitchens in our suites, and cutting-edge Immersive Spin Bike equipment in our fitness center. Our three meeting rooms and 24-hour market cater to diverse guest needs, ensuring a varied and engaging work environment. Joining our team means being part of a supportive community that values excellence and guest satisfaction, offering you the opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to a high-quality guest experience. Position Summary Houseperson Our Housepersons are essential to maintaining the pristine condition and organization of our hotel. They ensure that all public areas, including lobbies, corridors, and restrooms, are well-kept and meet our high standards. Additionally, they promptly fulfill guest requests for extra linens and amenities and provide vital support to the housekeeping team to ensure smooth and efficient operations. Their unwavering commitment to the highest standards of cleanliness and service greatly enhances the guest experience and contributes to the seamless functioning of our hotel. By consistently upholding these standards, they play a crucial role in creating a welcoming and comfortable environment for all our guests.

Requirements

Ability to stand for long periods of time
Ability to lift, push, and pull in excess of 25 pounds

Responsibilities

Remove soiled linen and trash from room/suite attendant carts.
Transport soiled linen to the laundry and trash dumpster.
Deliver cribs, rollaway, and various related items to guestrooms/suites as requested by supervisor and/or guest.
Return them to proper storage when the guest has finished using the items.
Move furniture as needed. This may include setting up tables and chairs in meeting rooms for guest functions.
Move delivered inventory to correct locations such as storage rooms and suites.
Keep public areas neat and remove trash, mop floors, and clean carpets as necessary.
Clean light fixtures, ceiling fans, windows, and glass doors as assigned.
Flip mattresses as necessary.
Hang curtains and drapes.
Assist in the removal of bedspreads, blankets, and curtains.
Adhere to all work rules, procedures, and policies established by the hotel, including, but not limited to, those contained in the employee handbook.
Department schedules must accommodate fluctuating business demands, and employees may be asked to work shifts other than those they prefer or normally work.