Executive Housekeeper

Job Summary

The Executive Housekeeper is responsible for management and running of the Housekeeping, Public Areas, Laundry in an efficient and cost controlled manner.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Consistently strives to please all Guests
• Maintains all Hotel guest rooms and public areas
• Manage the relationship with third party companies who provide staff to the department
• Managing day-to-day operations

• Be involved in recruitment process

• Controls all purchases for the department
• Coordinates preventative maintenance programs
• Oversees the retrieval, safekeeping and disbursement of all lost and found items consistent with company policy.
• To keep informed of the housekeeping standards of competitor hotels.
• Responsible for safety training of all department employees and for the overall accident record of the department.

Education or Certification

• Proven ability to successfully lead, train and motivate colleagues is essential
• Luxury Hotel Brand experience preferred
• Previous management experience in Housekeeping is a must
• Previous exposure to Front Office/Rooms Division an asset
• Strong administration, problem-solving and organizational skills are valuable for this important position
• Dynamic, energetic, creative and thrives under pressure