Houseperson

Assist room attendants on assigned floors; collect dirty linens and transport to laundry area, deliver fresh linens to room attendant carts throughout the day. May assist with stripping linens from room and/or cleaning of public areas. Deliver and retrieve items requested by guests and housekeeping staff.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Assist room attendants with heavy items such as mattresses and linens. Deliver linens and other supplies to room attendants.
• Remove all dirty linen from assigned Room Attendants’ carts and closets and transport to laundry.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of floor closets and vending areas; remove trash, wipe down shelves/counters; sweep and wax floor, remove non-floor closet items and store in appropriate areas.
• respond to guests’ requests such as delivery of housekeeping supplies (e/G. linens, cots, etc.) in a timely and efficient manner
• Clean other designated areas such as public restrooms, fixtures, vending areas, storage areas, and other public areas for assigned floors.
• Report to supervisor needed repairs or unsafe conditions.
• Respond to guest complaints and ensure corrective action is taken to achieve complete guest satisfaction.
• Monitor and control supplies and amenities, and minimize waste within all areas of housekeeping.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. 
• May regularly assist with deep cleaning projects.
• May collect newspaper and other items for recycling.
• May assist with other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum: Basic reading, writing, and math skills. Some housekeeping experience and ability to speak English preferred.

This job requires ability to perform the following:

• Frequently standing up or moving within and about the facility.
• Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50lbs and pushing and/or pulling approximately 200lbs.
• Frequently handling objects and equipment to maintain the facility.
• Frequently bending, stooping and kneeling.
• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with guests and employees. 
• Basic reading and writing abilities are utilized often when reading assignments, completing checklist, replacing linens and amenities.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.

For information on Sonesta, visit our Web site at www.sonesta.com 

Sonesta Resort is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer 

Required qualifications:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States

Preferred qualifications:

• 16 years or older