Housekeeping Attendant (Temporary)

Sonesta Hotels
New York, NY
Category Operations
Job Description
The House Attendant (HA) works with the Housekeeping Management Team to assist Room Attendants on assigned floors or buildings by collecting dirty linens and transporting to the laundry area, delivering clean linens to Room Attendant carts, and retrieving trash throughout the hotel. Assist with the commercial laundry function and/or the cleaning of public area spaces, exterior entrances to the hotel, and parking lot.

Requirements

  • Deliver on the promise of Sonesta Service in all interactions with guests and clients according to the Sonesta G.U.E.S.T. standards.
  • Work with Room Attendants with heavy items such as mattresses and linens.
  • Maintain the cleanliness and organization of floor closets and corridors.
  • Respond to guests’ requests in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Clean other designated areas such as public restrooms, storage rooms, and other public area spaces.
  • Report needed repairs or unsafe conditions to supervisor.
  • Respond to special requests, guest complaints, and the delivery of housekeeping/room supplies to achieve complete guest satisfaction.
  • Minimize waste of supplies and amenities within all areas of housekeeping.
  • Deliver lost and found items according to established procedures.
  • May regularly assist with deep cleaning projects.
  • Monitor laundry supplies and equipment to ensure they are sufficient and in working order.
  • Operate washers and dryers according to hotel standards and manufacturers’ guidelines.
  • Receive soiled linens and inspect for damaged or stained items.
  • Fold and store clean linens, report damages to supervisor.
  • Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other shifts and departmental management.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws regarding health and safety services.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account with Company Match
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Days
  • Sonesta Hotel Discounts
  • Educational Assistance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Various Employee Perks and Discounts
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
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