Overnight Houseperson

The Fairmont Copley Plaza

Location: US - MA - Boston

Jan 14, 2013
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Overnight Houseperson

At The Fairmont Copley Plaza, an exceptional guest experience begins even before check-in and extends throughout every stay. As an Overnight Houseperson, the organizational support you provide to the Housekeeping team will ensure our guest rooms are well equipped and welcoming ? and our guests feel valued.

Hotel Overview: Come be part of over 100 years of exceptional service at The Fairmont Copley Plaza, the Grand Dame of Boston, located in historic Back Bay. The Fairmont Copley Plaza is proud to be named in The Boston Globe's Top 100 Employers for 2011 and 2012.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Executive Housekeeper, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

* Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
* Ensure Housekeeping departmental standards are followed
* Assist Room Attendants to ensure guest rooms are prepared efficiently
* Maintain inventory in the Housekeeping closets
* Respond timely to guests' special requests for miscellaneous items ie: cribs, cots, extra towels etc.
* Collect dirty linen, garbage and recyclables from Room Attendants' carts and closets
* Follow departmental policies and procedures
* Report necessary maintenance items
* Follow all safety and sanitation policies 
* Previous Housekeeping experience an asset
* Excellent communication and organizational skills
* Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
* Highly responsible & reliable
* Ability to work cohesively as part of a team with minimum supervision
* Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

* Constant standing and walking throughout shift
* Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs
* Frequent kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
* Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps
* Long hours may sometimes be required

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in the United States. 
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Applicants who do not already have legal permission to work in the United States will not be considered.
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Hotel/Resort
Housekeeper