Housekeeping Manager

**Position Summary:** Assists the Director in managing all Housekeeping and Laundry operations to ensure cleanliness, service and product quality standards of guest rooms, public spaces, restrooms, offices and meeting/conference/banquet facilities meet Company standards to provide outstanding guest service, and financial profitability. Builds and manages teams effectively. **Duties & Responsibilities** **Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions:** 1. Manages subordinate supervisors/lead personnel who supervise team members in the assigned Housekeeping areas. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include inspecting rooms and public spaces, interviewing, hiring, and training team members; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining team members; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Responsible for planning department goals and directing team members to achieve results. 2. Monitors day-to-day Housekeeping operations to ensure standards cleanliness and service exceed guest expectations and meet or exceed property standards. Takes corrective action as needed. Prepares schedules to ensure staffing levels are optimal. 3. Takes action to control expenses and maximize profitability within assigned areas. Assists the Director with budgeting, forecasting, inventory control, policy and procedure implementation and enforcement. Utilizes computer programs to analyze reports. Makes recommendations, decisions and takes action based on that information to maximize profitability. Ensures quality while minimizing waste or loss of supplies to maintain profitability. 4. Ensures property meets Housekeeping standards by circulating through each area of the property. Seeks opportunities to improve satisfaction. 5. Maintains sufficient inventory of supplies and equipment and orders as needed. Participates in weekly/monthly inventories. Ensures equipment is properly secured and maintained and notifies maintenance of any repair or safety issues. 6. Monitors SOPs to ensure consistent exceptional service is provided. Recommends updates to policies and procedures. Participates in weekly meeting with Management Team to ensure weekly goals, challenges, and service standards are met. 7. Resolves guest complaints within scope of authority, otherwise refers the matter to management. Notifies supervisor and/or Security of all unusual events, circumstances, missing items, or alleged theft. 8. Reporting to work as scheduled (on time and on regular basis) is an essential function of the job. 9. Notifies management of any problems resulting from guest complaints, intoxication or disruptive behavior 10. Must wear non-slip, oil-resistant shoes. Follows all safety policies and procedures. Reports potential safety issues to manager whenever observed and takes immediate action to resolve in emergency situations. OSHA laws require the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when performing work duties that have the potential of risk to your health or safety. Team members will be trained in the proper use and care of assigned PPE if applicable. The hotel provides the required PPE. Team member has responsibility to report defective, damaged or lost PPE or equipment that does not fit properly to their Manager. Maintains strict compliance with hotel's Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) program and familiarizes self with current MSDS. **Other Responsibilities/Supportive Functions:** 1. Assists Director of Housekeeping with merit recommendations within budget or established guidelines. Recommends promotions or reclassifications within company policy. 2. Approves leave and time away from work within company policy. 3. Assists with or conducts pre-shift meetings with Housekeeping staff to review staff assignments and specific needs. Attends all required…