Room Attendant

OTH Hotels•Parsippany, NJ

12d

About The Position

The Room Attendant cleans, prepares, and maintains guest rooms to meet established cleanliness and quality standards. The role ensures rooms are hygienic, well-stocked, and presented in excellent condition to support a comfortable guest experience. It takes place in a fast-paced housekeeping environment with daily room quotas and frequent physical activity. Shifts may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays depending on operational needs. Success requires attention to detail, time management, and a commitment to cleanliness and guest satisfaction. The position works in guest rooms and hallways and may involve exposure to cleaning chemicals.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience preferred but not required.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
Effective time management and ability to meet daily room quotas.
Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated work ethic.
Basic communication skills and a customer service mindset.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and varied shifts.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and reach for extended periods.
Frequent lifting and carrying of items weighing up to 25–50 lbs.
Ability to push and pull housekeeping carts and equipment.
Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks efficiently and safely throughout the shift.
Certifications are not required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and equipment.

Responsibilities

Clean and prepare guest rooms according to established hotel standards, including making beds, vacuuming, dusting, and sanitizing room areas.
Clean bathrooms, including toilets, sinks, showers, mirrors, and fixtures.
Replace linens, towels, and guest toiletries as needed.
Restock minibar items and in-room supplies.
Empty trash and replace liners in guest rooms and service areas.
Report maintenance issues, including broken fixtures, leaks, or damaged furniture.
Respond to guest requests for towels, amenities, and supplies while respecting guest privacy and security.
Provide courteous and professional service when interacting with guests.
Clean hallways, housekeeping carts, and service areas as assigned.
Maintain the cleanliness and organization of housekeeping equipment and supply areas.
Follow proper handling and storage procedures for cleaning chemicals and tools.
Follow hotel safety, sanitation, hygiene, guest room entry, privacy, company, and housekeeping standards.