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Join our Team at Residence Inn Arlington Courthouse!
Are you looking for a fulfilling career in a modern, eco-friendly environment? The new Residence Inn Arlington Courthouse offers all the comforts of home while leading the way in green practices and awareness by meeting Arlington County LEED requirements. Located in the vibrant Courthouse Village, our hotel is just a short walk from a variety of restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and recreational facilities.
With the Courthouse Metro stop only steps from our door, traveling to and from work anywhere in the Washington DC area is a breeze. As part of our team, you'll enjoy a supportive and collaborative work atmosphere, where every member plays a crucial role in delivering an exceptional guest experience.
Position Summary
Houseperson
Our Housepersons are essential to maintaining the pristine condition and organization of our hotel. They ensure that all public areas, including lobbies, corridors, and restrooms, are well-kept and meet our high standards. Additionally, they promptly fulfill guest requests for extra linens and amenities and provide vital support to the housekeeping team, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. Their unwavering commitment to the highest standards of cleanliness and service greatly enhances the guest experience and contributes to the seamless functioning of our hotel. By consistently upholding these standards, they play a crucial role in creating a welcoming and comfortable environment for all our guests. This position requires availability for evening shifts from 5:00pm to 10:00pm, six days a week.
Essential Functions
- Remove soiled linen and trash from room/suite attendant carts.
- Transport soiled linen to the laundry and trash dumpster.
- Deliver cribs, rollaway, and various related items to guestrooms/suites as requested by supervisor and/or guest. Return them to proper storage when the guest has finished using the items.
- Move furniture as needed. This may include setting up tables and chairs in meeting rooms for guest functions.
- Move delivered inventory to correct locations such as storage rooms and suites.
- Keep public areas neat, remove trash, mop floors, and clean carpets as necessary.
- Clean light fixtures, ceiling fans, windows, and glass doors as assigned.
- Flip mattresses as necessary.
- Hang curtains and drapes.
- Assist in the removal of bedspreads, blankets, and curtains.
Additional Responsibilities
- Adhere to all work rules, procedures, and policies established by the hotel, including, but not limited to, those contained in the employee handbook.
- The hotel operates 7 days a week. 24 hours a day. Department schedules must accommodate fluctuating business demands, and employees may be asked to work shifts other than those they prefer or normally work.
Skills and Abilities
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Ability to lift, push, and pull in excess of 25 pounds
Benefits and Perks
Donohoe Hospitality Services is pleased to offer employees a comprehensive Benefits Package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, leaves of absence, retirement plans, paid time off, and hotel room discounts. and MORE! Through this selection of benefits and perks, we strive to provide employees with options that enhance their quality of life at work and beyond. *minimum 32 hours/week to qualify
We also offer daily pay access, where you can receive your earnings on the same day you work, empowering you to manage your finances easily and confidently.
If you're ready to bring your energy and skills to a team dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences, we want to hear from you! Apply today and be a key player in creating memorable moments for our guests.