Housekeeping Supervisor

Tru / Home2 Fort Lauderdale • Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States • 3m ago

Driftwood Hospitality Management’s company culture empowers our associates to take initiative, be proactive, and contribute to the success of their property with well-defined strategies and objectives. Driftwood Hospitality Management is renowned for our fully integrated approach to hospitality services — all with outstanding client service. Our team is made up of the best talent in the hospitality industry, down to every employee, position, and hotel.

JOB SUMMARY
To supervise, direct, assist, and assure the completion of housekeeping tasks assigned to Room Attendants, Lobby Attendants and Housepersons in guest rooms, corridors and public spaces to maintain Driftwood’s high standards of cleanliness.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future. The Hotel operates 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, so operational demands require variations in shift days, starting times, and hours worked in a week.

Visually inspect VIP rooms, guest rooms and corridors for cleanliness and appearance.
Train and monitor performance of room attendants and housepersons. Provide organization, instruction, guidance, communication, counseling, as well as exercise good judgment. Ensure all jobs are completed within the shift.
Ensure that both carts and linen/supply closets are kept clean, neat, and stocked according to departmental guidelines. Upon inspection of VIP rooms, make certain all VIP supplies are in place.
Report all maintenance deficiencies in guest rooms and corridors.
Expedite special guest requests, such as extra towels, blankets or pillows.
Check all vacant/ready/stay over rooms daily.
Check out of order rooms daily.
Identify showrooms for Sales Department.
Turn in all lost and found items and all guest room keys.
Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
Follow safety and security procedures and rules.
Know department fire prevention and emergency procedures.
Utilize protective equipment.
Report unsafe conditions to management.
Report accidents, injuries, near-misses, property damage or loss to management.
Provide a safe work environment by following all safety and security procedures and rules.
Ensure all team members maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance. (Specific standards outlined in team member handbook).
Perform any related duties as requested by management.
Assist other Housekeeping Personnel when needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. High School education preferred.
Minimum six months supervisory experience or one year of comparable housekeeping experience is acceptable.
Ability to read and write basic English to complete forms such as a room status report.
Ability to provide clear direction, instruction, and guidance to subordinates.
Ability to organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines.
Ability to exercise judgment and implement control over the performance of subordinates.
Ability to provide information and answer hotel guest and colleague questions.
Time management skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to lift, reach, bend, stoop, stand and walk continuously, climb stairs, and push or pull heavy equipment
Pushing heavy carts.
Lifting fifty (50) pounds maximum.
Stand and walk for varying lengths of time, often long periods.
Frequent twisting, bending, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, talking, hearing, seeing and smiling.

Benefits

401(k)
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Room Discounts
Employee Food and Beverage Discounts

EEO: Driftwood Hospitality Management is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.