Housekeeping Supervisor - Florham Park, United States - Archer Hotel Florham Park

Description

The Housekeeping Supervisor is responsible for supporting the training function of all new hired suite attendants and provides on-going re-training of established suite attendants.

He/she is also responsible for the general support of the Suite Attendants by collecting linens, garbage, performing routine general cleaning projects, delivering items to guest rooms and assisting guests with their baggage.

He/she will also provide inspection of guest suites to LodgeWorks/Brand quality and standards and assume the role of Executive Housekeeper when that person(s) is absent.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous housekeeping experience preferred.
• Supervisory experience is required.
• Fluent in spoken and written English is required.
• Bilingual expertise in Spanish is helpful.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• MVR must meet LodgeWorks/Brand qualifications.

• Long hours sometimes required.
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Light to Heavy work
• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 100 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Ability to stand during entire shift.
• Ability to reach overhead, utilize both hands, to bend over and to stoop and kneel.
• Ability to operate light equipment such as vacuum cleaners.
• Must be capable of climbing and descending stairs during their shift.
• Must be able to work in an extremely dusty environment.
• May be assigned duties that require extended periods of work outside.

• Must be able to understand and follow directions, guidelines and work objectives as set forth by the Executive Housekeeper and/or General Manager.
• Must be able to understand the potential hazards and subsequent procedures involved in working around commercial cleaning agents and light machinery.
• Must use common sense and integrity in ensuring the security of guest belongings while working in occupied suites.
• Must possess a complete understanding and working ability to manage the operations of the housekeeping and food & beverage departments.
• Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
• Must be effective at listening to, understanding, clarifying and resolving the concerns and issues raised by guests and coworkers.

• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include compliance with LodgeWorks dress code and wearing a name tag when working. Enforce these same standards with all employees.
• Maintain a professional and friendly demeanor at all times.
• Must be always attentive, courteous and efficient in the dealings with guests, managers and all other employees.
• Comply at all times with LodgeWorks compliance standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Establish and maintain good communications and team work with fellow employees and other departments within the hotel.
• Exhibit a helpful and willing attitude to serve guest requests.
• Communicate with other hotel staff to accommodate special guest requests.
• Develop and promote a team player attitude for the good of the hotel.

• Conduct department meetings with housekeeping staff according to company standards.
• Prepare employee schedules in accordance with budgets and business forecasts.
• Knowledge of vendor relations to ensure procurement of top quality products at minimum prices.
• Maintain a secure environment in which to interview, hire, train, coach and counsel employees.
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies are on hand to provide top quality guest services.
• Monitor work orders and submit to Engineering Department according to procedures, and follow up on orders to ensure completion.
• Must be able to train and follow all LodgeWorks safety practices such as wearing personal protective equipment, reading chemical warning labels, use of cleaning agents and other safe work practices.
• Must be capable of self supervision and have the ability to manage time accordingly in order to complete the required work.

• Must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and pushing up to 100 pounds.
• Must practice safe use of all cleaning agents.
• Must be able to follow all LodgeWorks/Brand safety practices such as wearing personal protective equipment, reading chemical warning labels, and other safe work practices.
• Must be capable of fulfilling all the functions and responsibilities as the Suite Attendant.
• Collect trash and soiled linens from suites and grounds.
• Restock the Suite Attendants