Housekeeper & Laundry

Meredith Lodging is a family-owned company known for its dedication to customer service and a positive work environment. We're looking for the best and brightest to take our business to the next level. If you have passion and expertise in customer service our company may be the company for you.

Job Summary

Meredith Lodging Housekeeper & Laundry position is a blended position that will consist mainly of cleaning vacation rentals, and during slower periods or as needed will assist in the laundry facility.  The primary function of the housekeeper is to create a safe, clean environment for guests and owners staying at our vacation rentals or visiting our facilities. This is done through cleaning, restocking, resetting assigned units following company guidelines and procedures and reporting maintenance or safety issues. The primary function of the laundry associate is to sort, wash, dry and fold towels and linens following company procedures.

Areas of Responsibility and Duties

• Follow the prescribed cleaning and inspection process
• Observe established policies and procedures
• Make beds and set towels
• Maintain vacuums, cleaning caddies and supplies used to perform the job
• Stock homes with supplies as directed by supervisor
• Inform supervisor when housekeeping supplies and home inventories are low
• Review property for any damage or needed maintenance and report to the supervisor in a timely manner
• Perform errands and special projects as requested by the supervisor
• Perform deep cleans of properties

Laundry

• Sorting, washing, drying, pressing, and folding linens and towels
• Removing stains from items using the appropriate procedures
• Tracking which items belong to which property
• Keeping an updated inventory of laundry detergents
• Tracking maintenance and repairs on laundering equipment
• Ensuring that the facility remains clean at all times
• Observe established policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Key Competencies

• Organized and detail oriented – takes the time to ensure the job is completed and correct
• Multi-Tasker – ability to work on multiple tasks at one time
• Communication – able to effectively with team members and vendors
• Adaptable and flexible – enjoys doing work that may require frequent shifts in direction
• Solution oriented – collect and analyze information, problem-solve and improve efficiency
• Reliability – is dependable, consistent and does not have attendance issues
• Achievement oriented – enjoys seeing tasks through to completion and hitting goals
• Self-starter – can work autonomously and will seek out new tasks rather than waiting for an assignment
• Growth oriented – a strong desire to grow and learn new tasks and skills

Qualifications

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License
• Reliable Vehicle that can be used for work
• Cell Phone with the ability to access the web and download apps
• Live in the area in which you are applying

Working Conditions

This position operates in a professional environment. This position routinely uses standard cleaning supplies, cleaning equipment, cell phones, and office equipment. This position requires travel from storage and office facilities to each cleaning assignment. All Meredith Lodging employees are required to pass a background check before being hired.

Physical requirements

This job is physical requiring constant movement 90% of the time.  Lifting/moving requirements are generally up to 50 pounds. This position requires the need to crouch, stoop and bend for 90% of the shift. Normal workdays are between eight and ten hours, but overtime may be needed based on workflow.

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the job.  The company reserves the right to modify or change the job description at any time with or without notice.  Employment is “at will”, and nothing in the job description should be construed as a contract for employment for any specified period of time.

Salary : $19 - $21