Executive Housekeeper
Lisbon Marriott HotelWhy work with us?
If you think that you are the perfect fit for our team and you are passionate about Hospitality, this is your opportunity!
Lisbon Marriott Hotel believes in the power of our associates to shape our future. And now, part of that exciting future could be yours too!
We are the biggest hotel in Portugal, located in our country’s beautiful capital, with a total of 577 rooms, a swimming pool and garden, a bar and restaurant for clients to enjoy.
The Job
Responsible for the daily shift operations of Housekeeping and Laundry. Directs and works with employees to ensure property guestrooms, public space and employee areas are clean and well maintained. Completes inspections and holds people accountable for corrective action. Position assists in ensuring guest and employee satisfaction while maintaining the operating budget.
What are we looking for?
- Fluent in English and Portuguese (spoken and written)
- Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in the hospitality industry
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Proactive, creative, and flexible mindset
- Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage priorities and work effectively under pressure
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- High standards of customer service and guest satisfaction
- Knowledge of housekeeping operations, hygiene, and safety standards
- Ability to train, motivate, and develop team members
CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Managing Housekeeping Operations
• Ensures guest room status is communicated to the Front Desk in a timely and efficient manner.
• Works effectively with the Engineering department on guestroom maintenance needs.
• Supervises the property general cleaning schedule.
• Obtains list of rooms to be cleaned immediately and list of prospective check-outs or discharges to prepare work assignments.
• Inventories stock to ensure adequate supplies.
• Supervises daily Housekeeping shift operations and ensures compliance with all housekeeping policies, standards and procedures.
• Assists in the ordering of guestroom supplies, cleaning supplies and uniforms.
• Supports and supervises an effective inspection program for all guestrooms and public space.
• Communicates areas that need attention to staff and follows up to ensure understanding.
• Ensures all employees have proper supplies, equipment and uniforms.
Managing Departmental Costs
• Participates in the management of the department’s controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.
• Understands the impact of department’s operations on the overall property financial goals and objectives and manages to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.
• Comprehends budgets, operating statements and payroll progress reports as needed to assist in the financial management of department.
Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service
• Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints.
• Strives to improve service performance.
• Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
• Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.
Conducting Human Resources Activities
• Participates as needed in the investigation of employee accidents.
• Supervises staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs, and financial objectives are met.
• Ensures employees understand expectations and parameters.
• Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently, disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review Process.
• Observes service behaviors of employees and provides feedback to individuals.
• Uses all available on the job training tools to train new room attendants and provide follow-up training as necessary.
• Participates in the employee performance appraisal process, providing feedback as needed.
• Assists as needed in the interviewing and hiring of employee team members with the appropriate skills.
• Supports a departmental orientation program for employees to receive the appropriate new hire training to successfully perform their job.
• Participates in employee progressive discipline procedures.
What do we offer?
- A professional environment to work in;
- Personal coaching & training to support you in your day-to-day job;
- Career opportunities within Marriott International;
- A TakeCare program, where we focus on your wellbeing in general and organize several healthy and fun activities throughout the year;
- Marriott International discounts for F&B and stays
- Many social activities, such as our Associate Appreciation Week;
- Included psychology services;
- Included laundry service for professional pieces;
- All meals at our canteen are included.
For more information about the Lisbon Marriott Hotel please have a look on our website.
Apply today by submitting your CV directly.
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At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.
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