Room Attendant

US-MA-Boston

Hourly

Req #: 75815
Type: Full-Time
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				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 Room Attendant is responsible for maintaining clean and attractive guestrooms while providing attentive, courteous and efficient service to all guests.

Responsibilities:

* Employees must, at all times, be attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to all guests, managers, and fellow employees.
* Thoroughly clean guestrooms according to standards.
* Complete all pre-cleaning duties, including but not limited to, guest supplies, cleaning supplies, and linen for housekeeping cart set-up.
* Remove all trash and dirty linen from guestrooms and hallways.
* Keep hallways, public areas, and closets clean, organized, and vacuumed (when applicable).
* Restock and prepare housekeeping carts for the next day.
* Replenish chemical bottles as needed.
* Clean guestrooms with the door closed according to standards, unless requested to do otherwise by the guest.
* Report all missing items from room (i.e., irons/boards, hair dryers, etc.) to Housekeeping Supervisor/Manager. 
* Handle items for "Lost and Found" according to the hotel standards.
* Sign into the Alice device to retrieve daily room assignments and follow procedures according to Highgate.
* Utilize Alice device to report maintenance issues and guest requests.
* 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.
* Walk assigned floors at beginning and end of shift; remove newspapers, trays, empty ash urns, remove trash and/or linens and note any areas that need immediate cleaning.
* Adhere to the schedule for project cleaning of public areas and the outdoor terrace as needed.
* Maintain the stairwells to hotel standards.
* Practice safe work habits to ensure safety for guests, coworkers, and self.
* Return all keys and devices to the Housekeeping Office at the end of each shift.
* 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.
* 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 the 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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