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Join Our Team as a Housekeeping Associate at HI Pigeon Point Lighthouse Hostel
HI USA is looking for a Housekeeping Associate to help keep our iconic Pigeon Point Lighthouse Hostel clean, welcoming, and guest-ready. This unique oceanfront property features 59 beds across four buildings and serves approximately 13,500 educational and recreational travelers annually.
If you're someone who enjoys working independently in a peaceful coastal setting and takes pride in creating a clean, comfortable environment for travelers, this could be the perfect fit.
Position Details
Type: Part-time, 14 hours/week, Saturday and Sunday
Benefits: Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Leave (new hire waiting periods apply)
Perks
On-the-job training
Opportunities for growth within HI USA
Friendly and inclusive work environment
Free stays at other HI USA hostels (subject to availability)
Discounts on hundreds of brands
Role Objectives & Responsibilities
Clean and maintain four hostel buildings, including daily tasks and periodic deep cleaning
Process, wash, fold, and stock laundry
Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of hostel grounds and gardens
Perform routine hot tub maintenance
Restock supplies and maintain housekeeping inventory
Provide on-call assistance in emergencies while on the hostel premises
Support hostel safety and security for guests and their belongings
Represent HI USA, California State Parks, and the US Coast Guard positively to guests, callers, and the general public
Assist with light building maintenance and other duties as assigned by the Hostel Manager or Director of Hostel Operations
Skills & Qualifications
Previous experience in housekeeping or hospitality preferred
Customer service experience and comfort working with the public
Ability to work independently and stay organized without direct supervision
Flexible schedule, including availability for weekends and holidays
Basic computer skills a plus
First Aid and CPR certification preferred
Previous hostelling experience a plus
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Reliable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
Physical Requirements
Frequently required to stand, walk, use hands and arms, talk, and hear
Occasionally required to climb or balance
Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds
Visual requirements include close and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Noise level is typically moderate
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
We Make a Difference
At HI USA, we celebrate diversity and welcome individuals of all backgrounds. As a nonprofit organization, we help people, especially the young, travel on a budget to foster a greater understanding of the world and its people. If you're passionate about hospitality and want to make a meaningful impact in a one-of-a-kind coastal setting, apply today to join our team as a Housekeeping Associate at HI Pigeon Point Lighthouse Hostel.