Club Houseman

4 months ago

Philadelphia, United States Union League of Philadelphia Full time
Job Title: Club Houseman

Reports to: Club Housekeeping Manager

Department: Club Housekeeping

Location: The Union League of Philadelphia (140 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19102)

Description:

The Houseman position is responsible for assisting the housekeeping department and overseeing the maintenance and care of the guestrooms and general hotel premises. This individual demonstrates a professional, friendly, warm, and welcoming demeanor to all guests and employees. Must be detail-oriented, able to lift heavy items and understand cleaning basics.

Responsibilities:

  • Operates various mechanized cleaning equipment, such as vacuums, polishers, buffers, etc.
  • Organizes and restocks housekeeping closets and floor landings with supplies and linen
  • Removes dirty linen or trash from each floor
  • Must handle various cleaning solvents, chemicals, etc.
  • Assists in keeping the lobby area clean and neat
  • Walk all floors each morning and throughout the day to collect any trash or linen
  • Helps the housekeeping team with heavy lifting or special cleaning projects as directed
  • Assists in placing cots in appropriate fashion per standard operating procedures
  • Reports missing/found items or damaged goods to Housekeeping Manager
  • Dust furniture, light fixtures, windowsills, in common spaces such as the hallways and lobby floor
  • Keep the elevators clean and free of dust or debris
  • Communicate with front desk regarding any guest issue or requests
  • Check entire area for spills, water, etc.
  • Attend staff training sessions and meetings as needed
  • Complete special projects outlined by the housekeeping manager
Skills and Requirements:
  • Requires the ability to lift, carry, walk, sit, push, pull and work a flexible schedule; must be able to move continuously during work hours and able to lift and/or carry 25 pounds.
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 2-year experience in the customer service industry
  • Able to safely handle and use cleaning chemicals
  • Desire and willingness to work as a team within the Inn and other departments
  • Personal maturity, sound judgement, motivation, and integrity
  • Timing flexible
Compensation:
  • Fair wages and safe working environment
  • Employee meals
  • Energetic, multi-faceted, team-oriented work atmosphere
  • Exposure to a national market
  • Opportunities of promotion from within
  • Educational funding for employees and Scholarship opportunities for employee children and grandchildren
  • Uniforms (for uniformed employees)
  • Two weeks' vacation after one year (for full-time employees)
  • 401k retirement plan with employer match of up to 6% once required hours are met (for full-time and part-time employees)
  • Choice of three Blue Cross health plan products (for full-time employees)
  • Dental insurance (for full-time employees)
  • Employer paid life insurance and disability program (for full-time employees)