Senior Housekeeping Manager

Senior Housekeeping Manager

The Senior Housekeeping Manager leads the department and supervises the housekeeping and laundry operation to ensure product quality standards are met and that optimum service is provided to hotel guests according to hotel and company business objectives. In addition to keeping the entire hotel clean, the Senior Housekeeping Manager is responsible for maintaining a neat and organized housekeeping and laundry area and is responsible for the security of the hotel linen and supplies inventory. The Senior Housekeeping Manager's focus on guest and associate satisfaction, expense control and product quality and will lead to their contribution to the overall goals of the hotel.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities :

• Assist in managing the day-to-day activities of the housekeeping department; schedule employees to ensure proper coverage.
• Monitor performance and recommend / initiate disciplinary or other staffing / human resources-related actions in accordance with company rules and policies. Alert management of potentially serious issues.
• Ensure all staff is properly trained and have the tools and equipment needed to effectively carry out their respective job duties.
• Schedule routine inspections of all guest rooms / suites and public areas to ensure furnishings, guest rooms / suites, equipment, housekeeping and food and beverage linens, public restrooms, lobby, etc. are clean and in good repair to meet guest satisfaction.
• Respond to guest complaints, special requests and ensure corrective action is taken to achieve complete guest satisfaction. May assist in coordinating the special needs and requests of VIP, repeat guests and members of frequency program(s).
• Assist in controlling expenses and minimizing waste in all areas of housekeeping. Participate as needed in the preparation of the annual departmental operating budget and financial plans which support the overall objectives of the hotel.
• Conduct pre-shift meeting and review all information pertinent to the day's activities.
• Assist in maintaining par levels for supplies and equipment. Replenish shortages and other business supplies for daily business.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. Key departmental contacts include Front Office, guest Relations, maintenance, and Food and beverage.
• Interact with outside contacts :
• Guests-to ensure their total satisfaction
• Vendors / Contractors-to ensure adequate inventory of supplies and equipment, to discuss pricing or service issues, to resolve any vendor performance issues, etc.
• Regulatory agencies- regarding safety and compliance matters
• Other contacts as needed (Professional organizations, community groups, local media)
• May be responsible for the security of lost and found items or coordinate the lost and found function with other departments.
• May assist with deep cleaning projects and / or assist housekeeping staff during unanticipated rush periods.
• May serve as "manager on duty" as required.
• May assist with other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements :

Minimum : High School Diploma or equivalent plus four years housekeeping experience preferably in a hotel of similar size and complexity and including one or more years of supervisory experience. Some college preferred. Must speak fluent English. Other languages preferred.

This job requires ability to perform the following :

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.

Pay Range : $82,000.00 to $85,000.00 / year. Pay offered may vary depending on various factors including but not limited to job related knowledge, skills and job specific experience / overall experience.

Benefits :

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.