Job Summary

Clean and maintain all items and surfaces in designated areas, ensuring hotel's standards of cleanliness.

Essential Functions

Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards.
Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment only as intended.
Anticipate guests’ needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day.
Maintain positive guest relations at all times.
Be familiar with all hotel services/features and local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately.
Resolve guest complaints, ensuring guest satisfaction.
Ensure cleanliness of entire lobby area,dusting,vacuuming and furniture placement.
Ensure security of any assigned keys and radio.
Review assignment sheet and update completed assignments. Check with Supervisor and Housekeeping office for additional assignments throughout the shift.
Review assigned area and complete general removal of any trash or debris.
Stock cleaning carts with designated supplies and equipment.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of closets; remove trash, wipe down shelves/counters; sweep and wax floor; remove non-floor closet items and transport to proper storage areas.
Clean designated areas with proper chemicals, tools and equipment.
Checks, cleans all public restrooms, including the poolside restrooms, on a frequent basis throughout the day/evening, replacing paper supplies as needs.
Transport any food and beverage trays/items in public areas to service areas.
Check under furniture for debris and remove if present; reposition furniture to correct floor plan.
Inspect condition of all furniture for tears, rips and stains and report damages to Supervisor.
Dust and polish all woodwork.
Remove all dust, debris and foreign particles from upholstered furniture, including crevices and under cushions.
Dust pictures, frames, mirrors, fire extinguisher boxes, exit signs, air vents.
Clean all lamps, light fixtures and light switches; check for proper working condition.
Remove dust, spots and smears from windows, frames and ledges; wash windows as assigned.
Remove dust, grease and smears from house/public phones and reposition properly. Replace soiled/damaged phone books.
Remove dust on drapes weekly and realign to correct position daily.
Inspect condition of planters and plants; remove debris, polish planters.
Remove dust, dirt, marks and fingerprints from doors and door frames.
Remove stains, scuff marks, and dust from baseboards, ledges and corners.
Polish all brass surfaces.
Empty trash containers, ashtrays and ash urns in public areas.
Remove trash; debris and cobwebs from balconies/patios.
Remove trash and vacuums carpets in internal offices..
Report all maintenance needs and especial cleaning needs.
Replace facial and toilet tissues, paper hand towels, soaps in correct amount and location.
Return all lost and found articles to Housekeeping Office..
Sweep front entrance daily.
Practice safety standards at all times. Clean up spills immediately...
Ensure security of hotel property.
Stock Housekeeping department supplies.

Other Duties

All Associates are required to fully comply with hotel and departmental rules, regulations and policies for the safe, secure, effective and environmentally friendly operation of the hotel facilities. Examples include, but are not limited to lost and found procedures, emergency procedures, recycling efforts, etc.
Attend and participate in all hotel and/or departmental meetings, training sessions and other information meetings.
Regular attendance in conformance with hotels standards is essential to the successful performance of this position.
Comply with hotel grooming standards for both uniformed and non-uniformed associates.
Comply with hotel service and behavioral standards towards our guests, vendors and fellow colleagues, including, but not limited to ensuring proper phone etiquette, courteous and respectful behavior and maintaining a friendly and positive attitude.
Perform all other duties as directed by management that are consistent with the policies and procedures of the hotel.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Physical Effort:	Significant portions of day require prolonged standing and moving around. Ability to visually review documents and computer screen throughout day.
Physical Environment:	Ability to walk or stand for extended periods of time during course of shift.
Manual Skills	Significant portions of daily assignments involve application of manual skills requiring motor coordination in combination with finger dexterity, e.g., typing, handwriting, or machine operations.
Work Schedule:	Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, Associates may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.
Safety:	Responsible for operating within hotel safety guidelines, including the safe and responsible operation of hotel equipment. Reports and addresses safety concerns as they arise. Ensures safe handling of chemicals in accordance with hotel and department standards and utilizes proper personal protective equipment (PPE) when appropriate.

Qualifications

Education:	High school diploma or equivalent vocational training certificate required. Some college or college degree preferred.
Experience:	Prior experience within a four star hotel brand preferred.
Computer Skill & Other Technical Skills:	Ability to learn, utilize and communicate effectively via company issued communication devices (e.g. Nextel phones, etc).
Communication:	Advanced ability to comprehend and speak English to understand and respond to information and address advanced guest requests required both verbally and in writing. Knowledge of additional language(s) preferred.
Licenses or Certifications:	n/a
Other:	Must be customer-service oriented and have excellent hospitality skills. Must be able to calculate basic mathematic functions.

Lansdowne Resort

Live it every day when you join our Lansdowne Family!

At Lansdowne Resort and Spa, we are proud to be a leader in Virginia for heartfelt service and an intimate sanctuary experience. We are a passionate career team, committed to curating an experience that gives our guests and partners a taste of authentic Virginia. We exist to create experiences where passion and purpose come together. Contact us if you are interested in employment in Leesburg, Virginia, and consider yourself passionate, creative, genuine, and heartfelt.