What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Housekeeping Manager position at Black Bear Talent?
Black Bear Talent is hiring an Assistant Housekeeping Manager to support daily housekeeping operations and help maintain a clean, welcoming, and well-prepared property. This role requires previous housekeeping lead experience in a hotel or resort environment and a hands-on approach to supervising employees and maintaining quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist the Housekeeping Manager with daily operations, work assignments, and staff coverage.
- Oversee housekeeping operations in the manager’s absence.
- Lead and support housekeeping employees to ensure guest rooms, public areas, and assigned spaces meet cleanliness and presentation standards.
- Inspect completed rooms and assigned areas, address deficiencies, and follow up on needed corrections.
- Train employees on cleaning procedures, safe chemical use, equipment operation, and property standards.
- Coordinate with the front desk and maintenance teams regarding room readiness, guest requests, and repair needs.
- Monitor cleaning supplies, linens, and equipment, and communicate replenishment needs.
- Respond promptly and professionally to housekeeping concerns and guest requests.
- Assist with scheduling, attendance tracking, and employee performance feedback.
- Perform housekeeping duties to support the team during busy periods or staffing shortages.
- Follow safety procedures and report hazards, damaged equipment, or maintenance issues.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Previous experience as a housekeeping lead or supervisor.
- Prior housekeeping experience in a hotel and/or resort environment.
- Must be available to work weekends and rotating holidays.
- Strong knowledge of guest room cleaning, public area upkeep, and housekeeping inspection standards.
- Ability to assign work, train employees, and provide clear direction.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management.
- Professional communication and guest service skills.
- Ability to work alongside the team and manage changing priorities.
- Ability to perform the physical duties of housekeeping, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and pushing housekeeping carts.
- Must pass pre-employment background and drug screen.
At Black Bear Talent we’re not just about filling a space. We partner with you to find the right fill for your needs. Our number one goal is to find you the career candidate and building the relationship with the employer as your trusted source for staffing and direct hires
Pay: $16.50 / hour
Job Type: fulltime
Schedule:
- Weekend availability
- Monday to Friday
- Holidays
- Day shift
- Overtime
Education: High school degree
Work location: On-site
Staunton.
Salary : $17