Departmental Assistant

1 month ago


Amherst, Virginia, United States University of Massachusetts Full time
Job Summary

As a Departmental Assistant - Housekeeping, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and organization of our hotel guest rooms and public areas. This is a temporary, non-benefited position that requires a high level of physical stamina and endurance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in the overall cleaning of hotel guest rooms and public areas, including changing beds, dusting, vacuuming, and other related procedures.
  • Report any maintenance work necessary to maintain department standards for guest rooms to the supervisor of accommodation services.
  • Use department forms to maintain accurate records of room inventory, lost and found, and other notable items.
  • Check and stock supplies from the floor supply closet to ensure a clean and sanitary environment.
  • Remove trash and waste from assigned areas and place them in designated sites to maintain a clean and attractive facility.
  • Maintain carpeted areas by vacuuming and spot cleaning to prolong the life of the carpet.
  • Clean glass and mirrors using glass cleaning solution to provide a clean and attractive facility.
  • Maintain walls, ceilings, doors, and horizontal surfaces by dusting and washing with detergent solutions to provide a clean and attractive facility.
Requirements
  • Considerable knowledge of housekeeping cleaning functions, including methods, materials, tools, and equipment.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to meet designated standards of cleanliness for hotel rooms.
  • Physical stamina and endurance to withstand the strain of manual labor.
Work Schedule

Varies based on department needs. Temporary, non-benefited position.

Salary Information

$19.00 per hour.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants should provide 3 professional references with their application.


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