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House Attendant

Sonesta Hotels

Falls Church, VAFull-time$17–18/hrPosted 3w agoVerified open 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$17–18/hr
Location
Falls Church, VA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Sonesta Hotels is hiring a House Attendant. The House Attendant works with the Housekeeping Management Team to assist Room Attendants by handling linens, trash, and supplies, while also cleaning public areas, supporting laundry operations, and completing special projects as assigned.

Key focus areas include 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., and Maintain the cleanliness and organization of floor closets and corridors, including removing trash and sweeping floors..

Successful candidates bring Ability To Stand Up Frequently, Ability To Bend Frequently, and Ability To Climb Frequently. Important skills include Commercial Cleaning Chemicals Use, Operating Washers And Dryers, and Lifting Up To 75 Pounds. Preferred (not required): Collaboration, Quality Service, Daily Communication, and Coordination.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CollaborationQuality ServiceDaily CommunicationCoordinationEnglishBasic ReadingBasic WritingBasic Mathematical AbilitiesCommercial Cleaning Chemicals UseOperating Washers and DryersLifting Up to 75 PoundsFluent EnglishBasic Reading Writing MathExtended Stay Industry Experience

Qualifications

Some Previous Housekeeping ExperiencePrevious Background From Extended Stay IndustryAbility to Speak Read Write Fluent EnglishBasic Reading Writing Mathematical AbilitiesFrequent Standing Bending Climbing Kneeling Moving About FacilityCarrying Lifting Pulling Items Up to 75 PoundsWork Mornings Evenings Weekends Holidays

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

We’re Sonesta International Hotels. The 8th largest hotel company in the U.S.—and growing fast.

An epic blend of full-service and focused hotels in major cities, Sonesta’s uniquely diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties makes us everywhere you want to be. Driven by the human side of hospitality, we deliver service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and experiences that truly connect.

Together We Thrive —bringing quality, value, and amazing hospitality to every guest, every stay, across 1000+ properties in eight countries and counting.

Job Description Summary

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. Will be assigned special projects as assigned by the Housekeeping Manager.

Job Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • 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. Deliver linens and other supplies to Room Attendants.
  • Maintain the cleanliness and organization of floor closets and corridors to include removing trash, wiping down shelves/counters; sweeping, moping and/or vacuuming floors; and removing non-floor closet items and storing in appropriate areas.
  • Respond to guests’ requests such as 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.
  • When assigned to laundry, 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.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS :

  • Some previous housekeeping experience preferred.
  • Previous background from the extended stay industry preferred.
  • Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English is preferred; other languages beneficial.
  • Basic reading, writing and mathematical abilities are preferred.
  • Frequently standing up, bending, climbing, kneeling, and moving about the facility.
  • Carrying, lifting or pulling items weighing up to 75 pounds.
  • Will be required to regularly use commercial cleaning chemicals.
  • Will be required to work mornings, evening, weekends, and holidays.

Additional Job Information/Anticipated

Pay Range

Pay Range

Pay range is $17.00 to $18.00. Base pay offered may vary depending on various factors including but not limited to job related knowledge, skills, and job specific experience/overall experience

Sonesta Hotel International Benefits – US

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

  • 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

Benefits

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:

  • 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

Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.

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