Overview:
Step into the future of hospitality at The Atlas Hotel.
The Atlas, Boston's first-of-its-kind hotel, is where local connection meets global inspiration and hospitality intersects with thought leadership.
Join us at the ground floor of this brand-new hotel opening and help craft unforgettable moments at the intersection of research, hospitality, and inspiration-where every day is a first.
The Housekeeping House Attendant is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of guest corridors, elevators and all assigned areas. He/she is also responsible for delivering items to guest rooms (luggage, irons, coffee, etc.).
Responsibilities:
* Employees must, at all times, be attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to all guests, managers, and fellow employees.
* Walk assigned floors at beginning and end of shift; remove newspapers, trash and/or linens and note any areas that need immediate cleaning.
* Carry a phone with a Relay option at all times.
* Operate mobile phones and Relay devices efficiently and professionally in communicating with hotel staff. Ensure the proper use of radio etiquette within the department.
* Carry the Alice device to manage and complete guest and Housekeeping Team requests.
* Report maintenance issues in Alice and to MOD.
* Practice safe work habits to ensure safety to guests, fellow employees and self.
* Handle items for "Lost and Found" according to the hotel standards.
* At the end of the shift, turn in all keys and assignment sheets to the Housekeeping Office.
* Be familiar with correct guestroom cleaning procedures to assist with cleaning if needed.
* Pick up any Room Attendant's dirty linen or trash as needed.
* Before leaving section, collect all trash from the service landings and take to/dispose in outside trash dumpsters, per hotel procedures.
* Vacuum guest corridors.
* Assist Housekeeping as needed (i.e. bed boards, roll-aways, flip beds, etc.)
* Deliver any clean linen to assigned sections, if applicable.
* Maintain cleanliness and organization of Housekeeping Office, linen rooms, storage closets, stairwells, hallways, and public areas.
* Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in public restrooms.
* Adhere to the schedule for project cleaning of public areas and the outdoor terrace as needed.
* Maintain storage of hotel equipment in proper area.
* Complete special projects as assigned by housekeeping management.
* Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
Qualifications:
* High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
* Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
* Heavy work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
* Ability to stand during entire shift.
* Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
* Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
* Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
* Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
* Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
* Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
* Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE).
* Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
* Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
* Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
* Must be able to understand and apply complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
* Must be able to cross-train in other hotel-related areas.
* Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
* Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs.
* Perform other duties as requested by management.
* Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
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