Accor

Assistant Director of Housekeeping

Accor$90K — $100K *
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum five years of hotel housekeeping experience, with two years in a leadership role.
  • Preferred college graduate or equivalent experience.
  • Proficiency in English; Spanish or French Creole is a plus.
  • Essential skills in reading, counting, and computer use (Excel, Word).
  • Ability to coach, counsel, and develop team members effectively.
  • Experience in a luxury four or five star hotel environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily housekeeping operations and ensure high standards.
  • Organize and manage morning and evening shifts for team efficiency.
  • Conduct daily room inspections and provide feedback to staff.
  • Assist in scheduling and training housekeeping personnel.
  • Inspect public areas to maintain five-star cleanliness standards.
  • Help manage payroll processes and ensure accurate documentation.
  • Attend and contribute to managerial meetings and operational briefings.
  • Supervise laundry operations to align with daily objectives.
  • Order and manage housekeeping supplies, ensuring inventory is maintained.

Benefits

  • Complimentary upgrades and extended stays at Fairmont & Raffles properties.
  • Discounted stays across a range of luxury hotels.
  • Special discounts on dining and wellness services.
  • Exclusive perks to enhance employee experience.
Full Job Description
Under Supervision of the Director of Housekeeper, the Assistant Director of Housekeeping will be responsible for the daily ownership and operational execution of the Housekeeping Department. This will include the processing of tasks. This position is dependent on both teamwork and a solid foundation based with the mechanical hour capacity and productivity reports and ownership of processes a must for development • Oversee daily operations for the housekeeping department • Organize both morning and evening shifts and ensure both teams are set for their day to day activities • Ensure daily room inspections are completed and follow up is completed with room attendants and supervisors • Assist with scheduling and training of housekeeping team • Walk all public areas to ensure areas are clean and up to 5 star standards • Assist with payroll which include time edit and to ensure all paperwork is completed in a timely manner • Attend daily and weekly manager meetings as well as pre-conference meetings • Oversee laundry staff to also ensure day to day operations are set up daily • Ordering and processing of all housekeeping PO's and ensure all inventories are up to par levels Qualifications: • Previous experience of one year a plus. • College graduate or equivalent experience is preferred. • Able to communicate in English well both verbally and written. • Able to communicate in either Spanish or French Creole is preferred. • Reading and counting is essential. • Computer efficient in both Excel and Word is preferred. • Requires basic knowledge of Housekeeping, approximately five years of hotel housekeeping experience, and at least two years in a leadership role. • Experience working in a four or five star luxury environment is preferred. • Must be able to coach council and develop employees through basic skill. Must be able to motivate by example either on the production floor or, in a classroom environment. • Needs to have an aptitude to promote minimum levels of skills and abilities that would create a positive outcome, in a hot or challenging work environment. Employee Benefits: Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits. Add any other benefits relevant to your property.

About Accor

Accor is a multinational hospitality company that operates in 110 countries. It was founded in 1967 and has its headquarters in Issy-les-Moulineaux, France. The company operates over 4,800 hotels, resorts, and residences under brands such as Sofitel, Novotel, Mercure, and Ibis. Accor also offers a range of services to businesses and individuals, including meeting and event planning, loyalty programs, and digital solutions. In 2020, the company launched its ALLSAFE program, which includes enhanced hygiene and safety measures in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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