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Executive Housekeeper

Kaeding Management

Executive Housekeeper

Minneapolis, MN +1 location
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Executive Housekeeper

    Job Title: Director of Housekeeping

    Department: Housekeeping

    Reports to: General Manager

    FLSA Status: Salary

    Company Overview

    Kaeding Management Group, a small yet rapidly growing Hotel Management company, has acquired the Crowne Plaza MSP/MOA, located off of American Blvd & 34th Avenue in Bloomington, MN. Kaeding Management represents an organizational model of employee-centered culture, focusing on the personal and professional development of our associates. We’re seeking a result driven and positive leader with a solid hospitality/housekeeping background to help bolster our housekeeping efforts at the Crowne Plaza AiRE.

    Job Purpose: This position is responsible for directing the day-to-day operations of the housekeeping staff, public space areas, guestrooms, and laundry to exceed guest expectations and are in accordance with hotel/franchise standards. This position participates in the development and implementation of processes, procedures, safety and quality standards that support the achievement of the hotel's service and financial goals.

    Job Responsibilities:

    Supervises daily operations in maintaining the maintenance/sanitation of the guestrooms, public areas, and pool.

    Recommends and implements procedural changes and monitors inventory and expenses.

    Implements standards and procedures for the work of housekeepers, house persons, and laundry staff.

    Plans work schedules to ensure quality and efficient service to concur with the business need

    Manage Human Resources within the department in order to attract, retain and motivate the associates; recommend hires, train, develop, empower, coach and counsel, conduct performance and salary reviews, resolve problems, and provide open communication vehicles, discipline, and recommend termination as appropriate.

    Ensure all associates within the department are properly trained up to standards and meets all Hotel requirements and brand standards – IHG.

    Proper knowledge of Hazardous Communications, Blood Borne Pathogens, Proper Lifting Techniques while providing comprehensive training programs for all new hires, as well as review training material periodically for senior associates in order to stay ahead of any changes throughout the area of Housekeeping.

    Respond to guest request, concerns and problems to ensure guest satisfaction.

    Control labors cost based on forecast rooms, as well as adheres to budget for the current year.

    Oversee the inspection of all housekeeping services.

    Inspects and evaluates the cleanliness of the hotel, to ensure the hotel meets brand standards.

    Provide pro-active feedback to management on recommendations for painting, repairs, furnishings, relocation of equipment, and reallocation of space.

    Maintains inventory, supplies, and equipment.

    Complete monthly inventories of linen.

    Purchase supplies as needed, paying close attention to the budget.

    Follow up on engineering repairs, as to ensure quality service, protecting hotel assets, ensure safety, accident-free environment for guests and associates and maintain/improve guest satisfaction.

    Investigates new and improved cleaning instruments and methods.

    Ensure payroll, and labor reporting is completed in a timely manner.

    Responsible for staff scheduling

    Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned.

    Participate in task force and other committees.

    Minimum Job Qualifications:

    High School Diploma or equivalent, required

    Four-year college degree and/or equivalent experience in Hospitality

    4 years’ experience in the hospitality field as Executive Housekeeper/Housekeeping Manager required

    Minimum 3 years’ experience as Executive Housekeeper in Full Service Hotel, preferred

    Minimum of 2 years’ experience with MS Office/Excel/PowerPoint

    Skills:

    Attention to detail, customer focused and the ability to perform job duties in a repetitious and fast paced environment

    Preferred Qualifications:

    5-6 years’ prior hotel housekeeping director experience, preferred

    Prefer, minimum 1-year experience with OPERA/QUORE

    Experience with Lost & Found System, Charger Back Preferred

    English language required, written and verbal, other languages highly recommended.

    Physical Requirements:

    Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds/23 kilograms and ability to push/pull medium to large weights/objects

    Frequently standing up and moving about the facility

    Frequently handling objects and equipment to maintain the facility

    Frequently bending, stooping, and kneeling

    Heavy physical labor may be necessary.

    Other:

    Communication skills used frequently when interacting with guests and employees

    Basic reading, writing, and math abilities are used often when reading room assignments, completing checklists, replacing room linens and amenities

    Have the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and/or holidays

    EEO: The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job. Kaeding Management/Crowne Plaza AiRE is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

  • Locations
    Minneapolis, MN • Bloomington, MN