Housekeeper

Job Description

The Holiday Inn Express Woodbridge is seeking candidates for the position of Housekeeper to join our award-winning team. 

The Holiday Inn Express Woodbridge is part of the Hotels Unlimited family of hotels. We are a New Jersey based, family-owned company established in 1979, committed to growth through excellence. At Hotels Unlimited, we believe guests select our hotels because of our caring and attentive team members. We understand that small acts of thoughtfulness make all the difference in creating an extraordinary hospitality experience.

The role of Housekeeper is to create a clean and orderly environment for our guests while maintaining company standards. The Housekeeper is responsible for various cleaning duties such as replenishing linens, cleaning rooms, vacuuming, making beds, etc.

 Responsibilities & Duties

• Provide basic housekeeping duties including changing sheets, arranging towels, restocking toilet supplies, vacuuming, dusting, and rearranging the room after guests check out
• Keep storage areas and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy
• Observe precautions required to protect hotel and guest property and report damage, theft, and found articles to supervisors
• Ensure all rooms are cared for and inspected according to standards
• Collect and remove trash and debris
• Perform detailed deep cleans when required
• Move and arrange furniture and turn mattresses
• Replenish supplies, such as drinking glasses, linens, writing supplies, and bathroom items
• Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met

Compensation and Benefits include:

• This position offers a starting rate that ranges from $15.92 to $16.50 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
• Part time employees will have the opportunity to earn paid time-off and join the company's retirement plans (once qualified)
• Full time employees will have the opportunity to earn paid time-off and join the company's health, dental, vision, and retirement plans (once qualified)

Job Qualifications & Skills

• Able to stand, squat, kneel, bend, and be on their feet for long periods of time
• Able to lift no less than 20lbs and push/pull no less than 50lbs
• Previous experience in housekeeping is preferred
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Knowledge of efficient cleaning techniques and specialized products 
• Excellent Communication skills
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays