Here’s a comprehensive list of housekeeping duties, organized by category to help streamline task assignments and checklist creation:

🧹 Daily Room Cleaning

Make beds and change linens

Dust furniture and fixtures

Vacuum carpets and mop floors

Empty trash bins and replace liners

Clean mirrors and windows

Sanitize high-touch surfaces (light switches, remotes, doorknobs)

Restock amenities (toiletries, coffee, towels)

Clean and disinfect bathrooms (toilets, sinks, tubs, showers)

🧼 Deep Cleaning Tasks (Weekly/Monthly)

Shampoo carpets and upholstery

Clean behind and under furniture

Wash walls, baseboards, and vents

Polish wood and metal surfaces

Clean light fixtures and ceiling fans

Descale showerheads and faucets

Rotate and flip mattresses

🧺 Laundry Duties

Wash, dry, and fold linens and towels

Inspect for stains or damage

Organize linen closets

Track inventory and report shortages

🧽 Public Area Maintenance

Clean lobby, hallways, and elevators

Sanitize public restrooms

Dust and polish furniture in common areas

Maintain cleanliness of vending and ice machine areas

🧾 Administrative & Safety Tasks

Report maintenance issues (leaks, broken items)

Log completed tasks and room status

Follow safety and sanitation protocols

Use proper PPE and cleaning chemicals

Assist with lost and found procedures