Housekeeping Supervisor Job at Hyatt Place + Hyatt House Charleston Historic District, Charleston, SC

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  • Hyatt Place + Hyatt House Charleston Historic District
  • Charleston, SC

Job Description

Housekeeping Supervisor

DEPARTMENT: Housekeeping

REPORTS TO: Housekeeping Manager

STATUS: Non-exempt

JOB SUMMARY

The Housekeeping Supervisor is responsible for administering and coordinating housekeeping functions in assigned sections, as well as for assuming all Housekeeping Manager functions in his/her absence.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

Education & Experience:

  • At least 2 to 3 years of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field required.
  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • College course work in related field helpful.
  • Previous supervisory responsibility preferred.

Physical requirements:

  • Long hours sometimes required.
  • Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
  • Ability to stand during entire shift.

Mental requirements:

  • Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
  • Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
  • Must work well in stressful, high pressure situations.
  • Must be able to show initiative in job performance, including anticipating what needs to be done before it becomes a necessity.
  • Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.
  • Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
  • Must have the ability to assimilate complex information, data, etc., from disparate sources and consider, adjust or modify to meet the constraints of the particular need.
  • Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying the concerns and issues raised by co-workers and guests.
  • Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data, and basic arithmetic functions.

Downtown Charleston, SC

Requirements

DUTIES & FUNCTIONS

Essential:

  • Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly, service oriented manner.
  • Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Avion Hospitality standards, as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
  • Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working.
  • Comply at all times with Avion Hospitality standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
  • Inspect staff's work performance within assigned section on a daily basis to assure that standards and productivity levels are being met and maintained.
  • In the absence of the Housekeeping Manager or Assistant Housekeeping Manager, inspect all V.I.P. rooms and report their availability to the Front Office.
  • Oversee the organized closing of the floors at the end of the day, ensuring the Room Attendants’ carts are clean and restocked with linen only.
  • Ensure records of daily assignments are completed, signed off on and turned into the Housekeeping Office on time.
  • Maintain key control system.
  • Supervise all staff in Laundry and Housekeeping, holding them accountable and responsible for their work performance.
  • Submit proper documentation regarding poor work performance, misconduct, excessive absenteeism, lateness and improper attire.
  • Handle items for "Lost and Found" according to the standards.
  • Be familiar with all Avion Hospitality policies and House Rules.
  • Ensure that employees are, at all times, attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to all guests, managers and other employees.

Marginal:

  • Ensure the overall appearance, cleanliness and orderliness of staff.
  • Carry an active pager/radio to maintain contact with the Front Office and/or Engineering throughout the shift period.
  • Oversee the daily assignment of duties, ensuring each Room Attendant and House Attendant carries a work assignment.
  • Monitor cleanliness and orderliness of Room Attendants’ carts, linen closets, control closets, stairways and landings.
  • Report on progress of all out-of-order rooms under the Housekeeping Department's supervision to the Guest Services Manager daily.
  • Initiate work orders for repairs and maintenance for doors, plumbing, heating/air, electrical equipment, furniture, carpets, drapes, etc. Follow through on each work order until completed.
  • Oversee proper and constructive training of Room Attendants.
  • Motivate, coach, and counsel staff as necessary.
  • Collect all keys and assignment sheets daily at the end of the shift.
  • Attend meetings as required by Management.
  • Ensure completion of regular maintenance and cleaning projects on a biannual basis.
  • Monitor all V.I.P.'s, special guests and requests.
  • Perform any other duties as requested by Management.

Job Tags

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