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Housekeeping Manager

Full time at Movenpick in UAE
Posted on February 18, 2025

Job details

  • Under the guidance of the Executive Housekeeper and within the limits of the policies, oversees and directs all aspects of the housekeeping department.
  • To demonstrate pride in the workplace with a high level commitment.
  • To promote a helpful and professional image to the internal and external customer.
  • To use guest names whenever appropriate.
  • To report to work within the requested time, prior to the commencement of duty, well-groomed and dressed to the uniform standard.
  • To carry out any reasonable duties as requested by a Senior Manager.
  • To be aware of the Hotel Management, their Office location, role and availability.
  • To have a good knowledge of all the different types of Rooms, Hotel facilities, and hours of operation, Restaurants, Shops and Function rooms.
  • To be well informed about special Functions and events held in the hotel on a daily basis.
Key Deliverables and Responsibilities
  • To assist the Executive Housekeeper to control and direct the Housekeeping Department.
  • Specific responsibility to assure a smooth operation with the highest Standards of Service.
  • Service according to the Company’s Policies.
  • To monitor the Day to Day Operation.
  • To carry out Inventories of Equipment and Linen to ensure Costs are controlled and Hotel Standards are kept.
  • To monitor close cooperation with all Departments and Guests.
  • To conduct Orientation and Training programs to new and current Housekeeping heartists.
  • To carry out daily Briefing, On Job Trainings and Appraisals within Department.
  • To inspect daily Guest Rooms and Public Areas.
  • To check VIP Rooms to ensure Cleanliness and Standards are kept to Hotel Standards.
  • To monitor Guest Arrivals for special Guest Requests.
  • To identify problem Areas as identified by Guest and Staff feedback.
  • To establish and maintain effective heartists relations.
Operations:
  • Ability to focus attention on details and be able to organize, prioritize and follow-up.
  • Must be able to take initiative and work productively within any given period of time unsupervised. Should be aggressive and must work well under pressure.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and security of all guest and general hotel information.
  • Must be a team player, working well with other departments and co-workers.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings if necessary.
  • Ability to go the extra mile, to provide the extra attention in order to satisfy guests individual needs and wants.
  • Should be creative, innovative and strive for continuous improvement.
  • Should display leadership qualities in regards to thinking clearly, quickly, and making decisions.
  • Ability to promote positive relationships with all guests in the hotel and company.
  • Ability to prioritize and organize work assignments; delegate work.
  • Ability to direct performance of staff and follow up with corrections where needed.
  • Ability to motivate staff and maintain a cohesive team.
  • Ability to ascertain departmental training needs and provide such training.
  • Ability to be a clear thinker, analyze and resolve problems exercising good judgment.
  • Ability to remain calm and courteous with demanding/difficult guests and/or situations.
  • Evaluate the staffing requirements and prepare work schedules weekly, adhering to budget goals.
  • Ensure that sufficient staffing is present to meet the daily business demands.
  • Handle all disciplinary counselling as needed according to Movenpick policy.
  • Communicate anticipated business demands daily with each heartist.
  • Conduct daily line-ups.
  • Ensure staff’s knowledge of hotel services, features, and amenities.
  • Assign specific tasks to the staff as they arise.
  • Monitor and ensure that the Housekeeping staff performs their job functions to the hotel’s standards.
  • Assist the Housekeeping Staff whenever necessary in performing all job functions.
  • Conduct ongoing training with existing staff and ensure that new staff is certified as required.
  • Accommodate all guest requests in an accurate and efficient manner.
  • Coordinate all group requests and needs.
  • Monitor and maintain cleanliness and working conditions of equipment and supplies.
  • Prepare work orders for equipment repairs and distribute to Engineering.
  • Ensure all supplies are ordered with accurate usage factors and are received in a timely manner.
  • Ensure that all pertinent information is documented in the logbook daily.
  • Complete daily walk through with the night cleaners and evaluate their work.
  • Ensure payroll is documented and submitted accurately and promptly.
  • Ensure productivity forecasts are accurately completed and submitted timely.
  • Conduct performance appraisals of designated staff as required.
  • Assist in any emergency procedures such as Evacuation, Fire & Bomb Threat.
  • To ascertain a high degree of cleanliness within the Rooms (to receive zero complaints about your department).
Qualifications
  • Diploma or Degree in Hotel Management.
  • Previous experience in the same industry.
Additional Information
  • Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a diverse team of employees.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively.
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