Housekeeper Residence Inn Akron, OH

Hotel Equities • Akron, OH • 13h ago

Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development and hospitality management company, is currently searching for a remarkable Housekeeper for the Residence Inn Akron, OH.

Job Purpose:

Cleans and prepares guest rooms and public areas by meeting established standards of cleanliness and propriety to assure guest satisfaction and maximize revenues. Warm, knowledgeable service and helpful guidance reassure guests they've made the right choice to stay with us.

Retrieves items from shelves and storerooms, sets up cleaning cart with supplies, constantly maintaining carts and storerooms in a clean and orderly fashion to enhance efficiency and ease of cleaning rooms.

Cleans and wipes windows, doors, walls, closets and fixtures in rooms, public areas and hallways, often using ladders or stools to clean hard to reach areas, in order to maintain a clean, presentable and attractive facility at all times.

Washes shower walls and tub, cleans toilet(s) and stall walls if applicable, wipes exposed pipes, cleans mirrors, sink(s) and walls in order to have clean and sanitary guest and public restrooms.

Replaces towels, soaps and all room amenities and restocks literature that has been removed by previous guest or is soiled and torn to ensure adequate supply for arriving guests.

Washes all hard floor areas (linoleum, tile, etc.) by hand to remove dirt and soiled areas.

Dusts and polishes all furniture, fixtures and wall hangings including using a duster to reach vents and ceiling corners to remove dust and cobwebs.

Strips bed of all linen and remakes with fresh, checking bedspread, blankets and bed pads for cleanliness, replacing if soiled. Lifts mattresses to check for soil between mattresses and under bed.

Checks closet for cleanliness, wiping closet door, handle and overhead shelves and restocking the guest room supplies such as hangers, extra blankets and pillows.

Vacuums rooms, public areas and hallways, operating vacuums weighing up to 25lbs., and lifting/moving heavy furniture in order to vacuum entire area of carpet including underneath furniture and hard to reach areas.

Inspects all door and window locks to ensure they are in working order and immediately alerts management to an unsecured or unsafe situation for the safety of guests and employees.

Inspects all room equipment (TV, lights/lamps, faucets, radios) to ensure proper working order and immediately reports all room status and room maintenance deficiencies, in writing, to the Executive Housekeeper for prompt repair/resolution.

Secures and maintains custody of equipment, keys and supplies at all times in order to protect and preserve hotel property.

Maintains a friendly, cheerful and courteous demeanor at all times.

Performs other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management.

OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists the laundry department by retrieving soiled linen from carts throughout the hotel, sorting laundry into correct size loads, utilizing industrial washers, dryers and pressers, folding and distributing the cleaned linen to storage closets and/or carts.

Cleans patio/balcony areas by sweeping or hosing the floor and wiping down all furniture and fixtures, picking up garbage and cleaning patio/balcony doors and windows.

Provides assistance to other employees and departments to contribute to the best overall performance of the department and hotel.

Qualifications and Requirements:

High School diploma /Secondary qualification or equivalent.

Experience with Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Wyndham or cleaning standards.

This job requires the ability to perform the following:

Must have basic knowledge of general cleaning principles, use of cleaning products and operation of standard cleaning equipment.

Must have vision ability to see minute debris and dirt in poorly lit areas, and to read written instructions and computer print-outs.

Must have upper body strength to lift up to 50lbs. continually throughout an 8 hour shift.

Must have finger, hand and upper body dexterity to push, pull and move levers, equipment and furniture throughout 8 hour shift.

Must be able to work with arms raised above head throughout an 8 hour shift.

Must be able to maneuver fully loaded maid cart, weighing up to 50lbs., through hallways and into/out of closets during entire work day.

Material/Equipment Used

Basic residential cleaning equipment such as vacuums, floor buffers and carpet cleaning equipment. Cleaning cart. Ladder/stepping stool. Commercial washers, dryers and pressers.

Exposure to hazardous chemicals on a continual basis.

Prolonged strenuous physical activity in indoor climate-controlled environment. Excessive heat and humidity in laundry.

Other:

Being passionate about people and service.

Strong communication skills are essential when interacting with guests and employees.

Reading and writing abilities are used often when completing paperwork, logging issues/complaints/requests/ information updates, etc.

Problem-solving, reasoning, motivating, and training abilities are often used.

Have the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and/or holidays

Amazing Benefits At A Glance:

Team Driven and Values Based Culture

Medical/Dental/Vision

Vacation & Holiday Pay

Same-day pay available

Employee Assistance Program

Career Growth Opportunities/ Manager Training Program

Reduced Room Rates throughout the portfolio

Third Party Perks (Movie Tickets, Attractions, Other)

401(k)

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Parental leave

Referral program

Similar Jobs

Operations Manager 3rd Shift

Swagelok • Solon, OH • 5h ago

Retail & Hospitality

Shift: 3rd shift City: Solon Swagelok, Northeast Ohio, USA Swagelok is a global organization and one of the largest employers of manufacturing talent in Northeast Ohio. We are driven by our core values of Quality, Integr...

5h ago

Go to Apply

Retail Sales Associate

AAA Mid Atlantic • Hudson, OH • 18h ago

Retail & Hospitality

Join Us Today! Unlock Your Sales Potential at AAA Club Alliance! Are you passionate about delivering exceptional service while driving sales success? Join our team and be part of a dynamic retail environment where every...

18h ago

Go to Apply

Intern - Maintenance Engineering

Howmet Aerospace • Barberton, OH • 19h ago

Retail & Hospitality

The Howmet Aerospace Summer Internship Program, in our Howmet Wheel Systems (HWS) business unit, will include engaging and impactful project or projects, lunch & learns presented by organizational leaders, tours of o...

19h ago

Go to Apply

Restaurant Crewmember - Closing Shifts

Raising Cane's • Strongsville, OH • 23h ago

Retail & Hospitality

Starting hiring pay: 15 Restaurant Crewmembers at Raising Cane's will wear many hats (including a Raising Cane's hat) while working hard and having fun as a critical part of the Restaurant team. We are hiring immediately...

23h ago

Go to Apply

Restaurant Crewmember - Evening & Late Night Shift

Raising Cane's • North Canton, OH • 23h ago

Retail & Hospitality

23h ago

Go to Apply

FULL TIME SUBWAY - food service

TMZ Subway, Inc. • Macedonia, OH • 23h ago

Retail & Hospitality

A SUBWAY FULL TIME employee assists in overseeing the store operation, typically under the supervision of a general manager. Individuals in this position help manage a group of line-level employees who perform such funct...

23h ago

Go to Apply

Aerospace Quality Inspector 22 To 28 An Hour

Aerotek • Twinsburg, OH • 1d ago

Retail & Hospitality

Aerospace Quality Inspector Job Description The Quality Inspector conducts visual, dimensional, and functional inspections on a wide range of mechanical and electrical parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assembl...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Retail Stocking Supervisor

Harbor Freight Tools • Cuyahoga Falls, OH • 1d ago

Retail & Hospitality

168851BRPosting Title:Retail Stocking SupervisorJob Description: A Supervisor (full-time) is a valued member of a high performing team who is empowered & equipped to do their job. You will know why your work matters...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Retail Merchandiser

Acosta Group • Canton, OH • 1d ago

Retail & Hospitality

Retail Merchandiser General Information Company: CRO-US Location: CANTON, Ohio, 44706 Ref #: 106065 Function: Merchandising Employment Duration: Part-time Description and Requirements CROSSMARK is seeking an energetic, c...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Retail Sales Associate

Cellco Partnership D/B/A Verizon Wireless • Canton, OH • 1d ago

Retail & Hospitality

When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely - even if they're daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people l...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.