Housekeeping Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and excellence in customer service.
• Maintain rigorous cleanliness and maintenance standards for guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house areas.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance with established standards and address any deficiencies promptly.
• Maintain quality control measures to continuously improve guest satisfaction scores and uphold the reputation of our property.
• Manage inventory levels of cleaning supplies, linens, and other housekeeping materials to ensure adequate stock while minimizing waste and controlling costs.
• Develop and manage the housekeeping department budget, including labor costs, supplies, and equipment expenses.
• Identify opportunities for cost-saving initiatives and efficiency improvements within the housekeeping operation.
• Promote sustainable practices and initiatives to minimize the environmental impact of our housekeeping activities.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to housekeeping activities, including occupancy rates, cleaning schedules, maintenance issues, and staff training.
• Collaborate with other departments, including front office, maintenance, and food and beverage, to ensure seamless coordination of guest services and satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, as well as company policies and procedures related to housekeeping operations.

Qualifications

• Leadership – ability to effectively motivate, mentor, coach & counsel others to perform well (including appropriate documentation)
• Customer Service – deliver hospitable service that is attentive, friendly, efficient and courteous; demonstrate patience, tact and diplomacy
• People Skills – ability to collaborate, create rapport, and work effectively with others
• Communication Skills – ability to effectively listen & communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing
• Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills – ability to identify the issue, collect and analyze information to understand the problem and effectively resolve. Identify, recommend, and implement best practices
• Judgment & Discretion – appropriately handle confidential and sensitive information
• Organizational & Time Management Skills – ability to appropriately schedule time to meet job demands, multi-task, prioritize, follow through, and work efficiently with limited supervision
• Aptitude & Adaptability – ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing priorities and business needs
• Composure – ability to maintain composure and work under pressure, managing stress to meet business demands. (Calmly handle all customer and employee interactions & issues)
• Attention to Detail – ability to follow instructions and achieve thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing tasks
• Computer skills/ Technical Aptitude – proficiency in computer technology, i.e. e-mail, MS Word, Excel, & other hotel related systems. Utilize technology to enhance organizational efficiency
• Training – ability to share knowledge and act as a resource in teaching others to perform tasks efficiently and safely

Skills Required

• Core Skills
• Technical Skills
• Experience / Education

Physical Demands

• Work is performed in a hotel environment. This position is physically demanding as it requires extended periods of walking, standing, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds; moderate computer keying using both hands, and viewing material on a computer screen. Requires flexible working hours including nights and weekends; extended workdays may be required to accomplish tasks and meet workload demands during peak periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable eligible individuals to perform the essential functions.