Assistant Director Housekeeping - New York, United States - Courtyard Central Park

Description

Primary duties must consist of administrative executive or professional tasks more than 50 percent of the time and job duties must also involve the use of discretion and independent judgement more than 50 percent of the time.

• At least 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field; or a 2year college degree and 3 or more years of related experience; or a 4year college degree and at least 1 year of related experience.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Must be proficient in Windows operating systems Company approved spreadsheets and word processing
• Must have a valid driver's license for the applicable state.
• Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
• Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
• Must work well in stressful high pressure situations.
• Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.
• Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace including anticipating preventing identifying and solving problems as necessary.
• Must have the ability to assimilate complex information data etc. from disparate sources and consider adjust or modify to meet the constraints of the particular need.
• Must be effective at listening to understanding clarifying and resolving the concerns and issues raised by coworkers and guests.
• Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data and basic arithmetic functions.

• Approach all encounters with guests and associates in an attentive friendly courteous and service oriented manner.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Aimbridge Hospitality standards as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming which include wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working (per brand standards)
• Comply at all times with Aimbridge Hospitality standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Comply with certification requirements as applicable for position to include: Food Handlers Alcohol Awareness CPR and First Aid
• Assists Director to establish and maintain a key control system for the department.
• Operate radios efficiently and professionally in communicating with hotel staff.
• Assists to ensure the proper use of radio etiquette within the housekeeping department.
• Monitor and assists all Housekeeping and Laundry leadership.
• Assists to ensure compliance to company and brand training using the steps to effective training according to Aimbridge Hospitality standards.
• May assist with 90 day and annual associate performance appraisals according to Aimbridge Hospitality S.O.P's.
• May be responsible for helping to develop a manager as assigned by the Corporate Office including signoff on all competencies and assist in his/her placement.
• Helps with monthly department meetings with housekeeping staff according to Aimbridge Hospitality standards.
• Assists with preparation of Associate Schedule according to the business forecast payroll budget guidelines and productivity requirements. Submit the Schedule and Wage Progress Report to the General Manager weekly.
• Maintain standards regarding Purchase Orders vouchering of invoices and checkbook accounting according to Aimbridge Hospitality S.O.P.'s.
• Ensure guest privacy and security by correctly following Aimbridge Hospitality procedures.
• Participate in required M.O.D. coverage as scheduled.
• Helps to ensure implementation of all Aimbridge Hospitality's policies and house rules.
• Train and review all "House Safety" rules and procedures with Housekeeping staff.
• Helps to motivate coach counsel and discipline all Housekeeping leaders according to Aimbridge Hospitality S.O.P.'s.
• May help to lead and facilitate monthly allassociate team meetings and any other functions required by management.
• May help to lead and facilitate weekly staff meetings and provide training on a rotational basis using the steps to effective training according to Aimbridge Hospitality standards.
• Maintain a professional working relationship and promote open lines of communication with other managers associates and all other departments.
• Respond to emergency situations using information contained in M.S.D. sheets. Keep M.S.D. sheets current and easily available.
• Focus the Housekeeping Department on its role in contributing to the guest service scores.
• Ensure that associates are at all times attentive friendly helpful and courteous to all guests managers and other associates.
• May help to conduct weekly walk through with General Manager and Property Engineer.
• Use the telephone and computer system for reporting and verifying room status.
• Properly store secure and issue suppl