Linen Runner

Choice Hotels International, Inc (NYSE: CHH) is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. A challenger in the upscale segment and a leader in midscale and extended stay, Choice® has more than 7,400 hotels, representing over 625,000 rooms, in 45 countries and territories. A diverse portfolio of 22 brands that run the gamut from full-service upper upscale properties to midscale, extended stay and economy enables Choice® to meet travelers' needs in more places and for more occasions while driving more value for franchise owners and shareholders. The award-winning Choice Privileges® loyalty program and co-brand credit card options provide members with a fast and easy way to earn reward nights and personalized perks. For more information, visit www.choicehotels.com. 

The ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity are key to our success in inspiring Loyalty, Growth, and the Hospitality Spirit.

Our managed hotels portfolio includes Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson Red, Park Plaza, and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson.

Position SummaryPay: $20 an hourThe role of Linen Runner is to be responsible for stocking of linen closets throughout the hotel; as well as, assisting the Room Attendants.

Creates guest satisfaction and exceeds expectations by providing the service brand standards and genuine hospitality.

Maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation in all front of the house (customer) and back-of-house (employee) areas.

Maintain hotel elevator landings by vacuuming, cleaning of all surfaces including glass and furniture, dusting, removal of trash/recycling. Guest hallway vacuuming as needed.

Maintain the cleanliness of service landings and linen closets including the removal of trash and recycling throughout the day.

Collect and transport dirty glassware including tumblers, rocks glasses and coffee mugs to stewarding for washing and return clean glassware back to service landings.

Notifies supervisor promptly of any special guestroom/suite issues including the reporting of any maintenance needs.

Ensures that all rooms/suites are secured upon leaving the guest room or suite.

Assist Room Attendants by stripping check out rooms upon request in adherence to housekeeping policy.

Throughout the day remove soiled linen, trash, and recycling from Room Attendant carts, guest rooms, hallways and service landings and drops linen down the laundry chute.

Stocks linen/supply closets on each floor with clean linen and terry. Stock linen closet with toiletries such as coffee, tissue papers and toilet paper.

Delivers additional linen and to Room Attendants.

Provide information and service to guests, on request, while exhibiting a friendly behavior.

Complete all periodical tasks and special projects, such as flipping mattresses, changing bed skirts, etc.

Assists with performing inventory on housekeeping items

Remove hotel issued items as requested by the guest (i.e. microwaves, roll-aways, etc.)

Promptly handles guest complaints and fulfills guest requests to ensure their satisfaction and safety.

Uses cleaning products and supplies properly to company and product recommended standards.

Report any security safety related issues to their manager/supervisor.

Follows all safety regulations when handling cleaning supplies or bodily fluids as outlined during company trainings.

Works as a Team member to maintain pleasant work environment:

Maintain a positive inter-departmental relationship through the hotel and with outside vendors.

Follows all hotel policies and procedures.

Creates 100% guest satisfaction by providing the Radisson experience through performance that demonstrates the standards of, genuine hospitality and exceeding guest expectations:

Gives personal attention, takes personal responsibility and uses teamwork when providing guest service.

Listens, apologizes with empathy, finds a solution and follows through when resolving guest problems.

Provides Yes I Can! genuine hospitality and teamwork on an ongoing basis.

Assumes the responsibility to notice when the guest is not satisfied and uses their best judgment as to when it is appropriate to use the 100% Guest Satisfaction.

Performs other duties as required by management to provide 100% Guest Satisfaction and genuine hospitality to our Guests.

Requirement/Skills

Ideal candidate will have a minimum of one -year hospitality experience in housekeeping

Follows instructions and communicates effectively

Works well independently or as part of a team

Strong attention to detail

Commitment to exceptional guest service

Willing to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays

Adheres to the policies and procedures of the hotel

Physical Demands

Required to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of times

Lift, carry, or otherwise move and use of force or exertion up to 75 lbs.

Use of manual dexterity of common office equipment; such as but not limited to, computers, printers, phones ect.

Other Information

The hotel business functions seven days a week, 24 hours a day. All associates must realize this fact and be aware that at all times it may be necessary to move associates from their accustomed shift and alter assigned duties as business dictates. In addition, this is a hospitality business, and a hospitable service atmosphere must be maintained at all times

his position description is not intended to create, nor is it to be construed, as a contract of employment or a promise of employment. I understand that my employment is an “at-will” relationship and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without notice.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and make employment decisions without regard to age, race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected class. Our locations are drug-free and pre-employment drug tests are required. Background checks are also required before employment begins. We participate in E-Verify and those who are ineligible to work in the United States will not be considered.

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity are key to our success in inspiring Loyalty, Growth, and the Hospitality Spirit.

Choice Hotels International is an equal opportunity employer and affirmative action employer. Employment practices and decisions are not influenced by an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or express, disability veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, this offer of employment is conditional upon your presenting documents verifying your identity and legal authorization to work in the United States.  All offers of employment are conditional upon the satisfactory completion of a background check and E-Verify.