Houseman

Do you have previous experience in the hospitality industry and a strong desire to provide excellent customer service to our guests? You could be just what we're looking for in our next houseperson. Our hotel is extremely busy, and we need a detail-oriented individual who is willing to perform a wide range of tasks to ensure that our guests have an exceptional experience. Responsibilities include keeping the hotel's public areas clean, such as hallways, meeting rooms, and lobbies. You will also support housekeeping by delivering items requested by guests, such as amenities, rollaway beds, cribs, and bedding to guest rooms, and completing any special projects assigned by housekeeping managers. You should have at least one year of experience as a housekeeper or houseperson. Please apply now if you have excellent people skills and are looking for a new challenge!Responsibilities:Walk all assigned floors at beginning of the shift and collect trash, soiled linen, and other items per management requestsAnticipate, listen intently, and respond quickly to visitors' requirements to provide the best quality of serviceDeliver requested amenities such as rollaway beds, cribs, blankets, etc. to guest roomsClean and maintain guest rooms, hallways, furnishings, flooring, lobby, and other work areasTransport clean linen to the housekeeping storage rooms and replenish linen supplies on each floorCore ResponsibilitiesPublic area cleaning: Keep lobbies, hallways, elevators, and restrooms clean and presentable.Supply support: Deliver linens, towels, and guest amenities to rooms or housekeeping staff.Trash removal: Empty garbage bins in public and service areas.Linen handling: Collect dirty linens and restock clean ones.Room assistance: Help room attendants by stripping beds or preparing rooms for cleaning.Operational SupportEvent setup: Arrange and move furniture for meetings, banquets, or conferences.Inventory checks: Monitor cleaning supplies and report shortages.Maintenance reporting: Report major issues (leaks, broken equipment, safety hazards) to the maintenance team.Basic Maintenance DutiesLight repairs: Replace light bulbs, tighten loose fixtures, or fix minor issues.Preventive checks: Inspect hallways and public areas for damage or wear.Simple fixes: Unclog minor drains, reset tripped breakers (if trained), or adjust thermostats.Touch-up work: Perform basic painting or wall touch-ups when needed.Safety checks: Ensure emergency exits are clear, and equipment is in place.Guest Interaction• Assist guests with simple requests (extra towels, directions, etc.).• Maintain a friendly and professional attitude.Physical & Work Conditions• Requires lifting, walking, bending, and standing for long periods.• Flexible schedule (including weekends and holidays).Qualifications:Solid work ethic and excellent organizational, time management, and communication skillsStrong knowledge of cleaning techniques and productsHigh school diploma, GED, or equivalent1 year experience as a houseperson or housekeeper strongly desiredThis role requires a strong emphasis on putting the guest first and providing exceptional customer serviceAbout Company:We are La Quinta Inn, and we are family-oriented. And look for hard-working people like ourselves. We all work together as a team and help one another grow and succeed in the business. Our longest employee we have has been here for 6 + years, so we really strive to find good candidates that want to stay here for some time.It's not just about work, work, work all the time, either; we do like to have some fun! Sometimes we do a big team lunch just to sit back and relax with each other and get our minds away from work. If this sounds like a company you would want to work for, then please apply, you won't regret it!