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Role Purpose

As a Room Attendant – you’ll make sure our rooms and suites are always ‘fresh and welcoming’ for our guests after a busy day at work – creating a haven for them to escape and relax in - or get a bit of last minute work done.

Key Accountabilities

+ You’ll make sure our rooms are always at their best - we have standards - but it’s down to you to make that room special and memorable for guests.

+ Help guests - you’ll be happy to help if someone needs a toothbrush or directions for example.

+ Keep your supervisor updated on room service progress and alert them to any repairs needed

+ Safety aware – follow our established safety procedures at all times - and wear protective equipment when needed.

+ Be organised - keep on top of supplies and amenities and always try to minimise waste.

+ Reunite items with owners – and log any lost and found property.

+ Look smart – wear your uniform with pride.

+ Other ad-hoc duties – unexpected moments when we have to pull together to get a task done.

+ Monitor and control supplies and amenities, and minimise waste within all areas of housekeeping.

+ Report, turn in, and/or log all lost and found items according to established procedures.

+ Work as part of a team and communicate with other departments as per hotel procedures to ensure excellent quality and service.

+ May regularly assist with deep cleaning projects.

+ May have turndown duties.

+ May assist with other duties as assigned.

Key Skills & Experiences

+ It’s a physical role and you’ll be on your feet most of the day, so fitness is important.

+ Strength – with occasional lifting of items up to 50 pounds / 23 kilograms and or push/pulling heavy objects.

+ You’ll might need to bend and kneel to complete some activities.

+ Literacy skills - reading, writing and basic maths skills.

+ Flexible attitude to shifts – you may need to work nights, weekends and/or holidays.

+ **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**

+ Assist with scheduling and room assignments to ensure proper coverage.

+ Monitor performance and recommend disciplinary action in accordance with company rules and policies. Alert management of potentially serious issues.

+ Ensure all staff is properly trained and have the tools and equipment needed to effectively carry out their respective job duties.

+ Inspect all assigned areas to ensure furnishings, guest rooms/suites, equipment, linens, and public areas are clean and in good repair to meet guest satisfaction. Advise employees of deficiencies and instruct on corrective action. Provide adequate retraining as needed.

+ Inspect storage rooms and room attendant carts for neatness, cleanliness, adequate supplies, and good repair.

+ Respond to guest complaints, special requests and ensure corrective action is taken to achieve complete guest satisfaction.

+ Control expenses and minimize waste within all areas of housekeeping.

+ Complete all paperwork and closing duties such as filling out supply requisitions, maintenance request forms, and updating log books, etc.

+ Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.

+ May perform all housekeeping duties necessary including makings beds and vacuuming and cleaning guest rooms to ensure guest satisfaction.

+ Report, turn in, and/or log all lost and found items according to established procedures.

+ May regularly assist with deep cleaning projects.

+ May assist with other duties as assigned.

+ **Qualifications and Requirements:**

+ Must have valid drivers license.

+ High School Diploma or equivalent plus 1-2 years housekeeping experience, preferably in a hotel of similar size and complexity, including some supervisory training/experience. Must speak fluent English.

+ This job requires ability to perform the following:

+ Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds and pushing and or pulling approximately 200 pounds

+ Frequently standing up and moving about the facility

+ Frequently handling objects and equipment to maintain the facility

+ Frequently bending, stooping, and kneeling

+ **Other:**

+ Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with guests and employees.

+ Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when compiling departmental records, logs, or paperwork.

+ Basic mathematical skills are used occasionally.

+ **Will be required to work weekends, and/or holidays.**

+ 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. This position is classified as non-exempt (per the Fair Labor Standards Act) and is subject to overtime in accordance with Federal and State Regulations.

+ **What we Offer:**

+ **Exceptional pay at $17.75 per hour**

+ **Medical, Vision,Dental,401K,Vacation Pay and Personal time**

+ **IHG is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans**

+ **Who we are**

+ We need people like you to make a difference and create exceptional experiences every single day. Don’t just join a growing team of 370,000 colleagues across 100 countries. Let your passion shine. Innovate and collaborate around the world. Embrace your ambition. Let’s Go Further Together.

+ Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

+ **Important information** :

+ The salary range listed is the lowest to highest pay scale we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.

+ No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until it is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or other form of compensation allocable to a particular employee remain in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

+ If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process, please click here (https://careers.ihg.com/en/faq/#heading-6) .

+ IHG does not accept applications, inquiries, or unsolicited CVs/resumes from staffing or recruiting agencies. Please click here (https://careers.ihg.com/en/faq/#heading-7) for our agency policy.

+ If you are a resident of or applying to a job opening in the State of Washington, please click here (https://careers.ihg.com/en/faq/#heading-9) to read about applicable benefits.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

**Important information** :

+ The salary range listed is the lowest to highest pay scale we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.

+ No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until it is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or other form of compensation allocable to a particular employee remain in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

+ If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process, please click here .

+ IHG does not accept applications, inquiries, or unsolicited CVs/resumes from staffing or recruiting agencies. Please click here for our agency policy.

+ If you are a resident of or applying to a job opening in the State of Washington, please click here to read about applicable benefits.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.