House Person

The House Person is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and general appearance of public areas, restrooms, corridors of the property as well as maintaining supplies and linen counts for the Room Attendants and ensuring guest satisfaction whenever necessary.

Benefits

• 401K retirement program with employer match 
• You work hard and deserve time to unwind and relax. That’s why we offer paid time off including vacation days, personal days and holidays 
• Hotel discounts throughout Main Street Hospitality’s hotel portfolio 
• Career development, child reimbursement and more! 

Responsibilities

• Approach all encounters with guests and team members in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Beatrice 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 a clean, pressed uniform and correct nametag when working.
• Always comply with Beatrice standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Must, always, be attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to all guests, managers, and other team members.
• Inspect all public areas to ensure cleanliness standards have been met; reports any problem areas to supervisor.
• Assist room attendant with heavy items such as mattresses and soiled linens.  Deliver linens and necessary supplies to room attendants.
• Shampoo carpets, strip and wax floors throughout the hotel as part of preventive maintenance program.
• Clean designated areas such as lobby, public restrooms, public areas and back of house areas on property.
• Collect trash throughout the hotel including room attendants’ carts, back of house areas, offices and rest rooms. Dispose of trash properly and promptly.
• Respond to guest requests such as delivery of housekeeping supplies (e.g. linens, amenities, etc.) in a timely and efficient manner. Follow up to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Know and understand all services and amenities the hotel offers.
• Report all maintenance problems or safety hazards.
• Assist with minor maintenance problems (e.g. lightbulbs, clogged toilets, etc.)
• Practice proper safety rules to ensure the safety and security of all guests and Team Members (issuance of keys, not announcing room numbers and fire procedures).
• Have a working knowledge of the hotel’s safety procedures and equipment as well as emergency plans.
• Use chemicals and cleaning supplies according to directions only. Knowledge of location of MSDS book and sheets.
• Collect dirty laundry periodically throughout the day.
• Stock Room Attendant carts to par.
• Replenish stock in housekeeping closets.
• Complete removal of trash and dirty linens from attendant carts.
• Sweep and vacuum floors, hallways and stairwells daily.
• Perform heavy cleaning daily in high use areas.
• Spot clean walls, carpet, light fixtures etc. as necessary. Report any broken or need for repairs to management or Engineering.
• Report any lost and found items to manager.
• Maintain storage rooms in a clean and orderly manner.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.
• Attend meetings/training as required by management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certification helpful. 
• Experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
• Warm and engaging personality with good communication and interpersonal skills, especially verbal, with management, co-workers, guests, and other parties
• Very self-confident and mature; able to manage systems, employees, and demanding guests
• Extremely self-sufficient with good analytical, administrative, and problem-solving skills
• Good discretion and independent judgment in evaluating data and determining courses of action
• Ability to interpret, and implement management policies or operating practices
• Good self-discipline with an ability to complete tasks independently
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, issues, co-workers, and guests in stressful situations and take responsibility in a professional manner

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws