What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeper position at Meredith Lodging?
The Housekeepers primary function 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. Attention to detail, reliability, an enjoyment of seeing one’s work completed are keys to this role.
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
- 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 potential employees are required to pass a background check before being hired. Candidates may not have any tattoos visible above the shoulders. Smoking/Vaping are strictly prohibited within all company work areas, managed properties, owned properties, company vehicles, and within 10 feet of all entrances, exits, accessibility ramps, windows and air-intake vents. This position requires employees to follow company dress code.
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.