Housekeeping Room Attendant

Housekeeping Room Attendant

Department: Housekeeping & Laundry

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: United Arab Emirates - Dubai

Description
The incumbent in this position is responsible for cleaning guest rooms, corridors, floor public areas, and pantries according to standards established by the hotel.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean assigned guest rooms according to standards established by the hotel.  It involves but is not limited to, making the bed, dusting the room and furniture, replenishing guest room and bath supplies, cleaning the bathroom, and vacuuming the carpet.
• Whilst cleaning the room, verify that all is in proper condition and order of functioning and report to the Supervisor any items that need repair. 
• Clean corridors and floor public areas around guest rooms assigned.  Also, maintain the cleanliness of equipment and pantries.
• Keep informed of hotel product and service knowledge to answer guest questions. 
• Answer all guest questions/requests in a friendly and caring manner, take appropriate actions or if needed, refer the matters to the relevant persons to handle.  It may be providing information, giving an extra item such as a towel, etc.  
• Write down on their assignment sheets relevant information for record purposes and possible future inquiries.  At the end of the shift, report special attention to guests, unusual situations, and incidents that need follow-up, to ensure consistency and guest satisfaction.
• Verify the physical status of the room and update the Order Taker of any discrepancies found.
• Report at once to the Supervisor and Order Taker lost and found items and coordinate with the Order Taker when to bring items down.
• Provide the turn-down service to assigned guest rooms according to standards established by the hotel.  It involves but is not limited to, turning down the bed, replenishing guest room and bath supplies, and cleaning the bathroom if necessary.  Help control guest and cleaning supplies to save costs.
• Clean assigned guest rooms, late checkout, and late service required by guests, according to standards established by the hotel.  It involves but is not limited to, making the bed, dusting the room and furniture, replenishing guest room and bath supplies, cleaning the bathroom, and vacuuming the carpet.
• Whilst cleaning the room, verify that all is in proper condition and order of functioning and report to the Supervisor any items that need repair. 
• Clean corridors and floor public areas around guest rooms assigned.  Also, maintain the cleanliness of equipment and pantries.
• Keep informed of hotel products and services knowledge to answer guest questions. 
• Additional responsibilities and tasks can be added at any time according to the needs of the business and the hotel.

Job Requirements

• Previous hotel-related experience beneficial
• English –oral skills are beneficial
• Attention to details 
• Flexibility in terms of scheduling
• Physical ability to clean 13 rooms per day according to standards
• Physical ability to push and pull the room attendant's cart
• People Oriented
• Passionate for European luxury

About Kempinski
Founded in Germany in 1897, Kempinski Hotels has long reflected the finest traditions of European hospitality. Today, as ever, Kempinski is synonymous with distinctive luxury.

Located in many of the world's most well-known cities and resorts, the Kempinski collection includes hotels in a grand manner, pace-setting modern establishments, and older hotels of individual charm. All blend gracefully into their surroundings and offer luxurious accommodations, superb cuisine, and unrivaled facilities - complemented by impeccable service.

For leisure and business guests alike, the name Kempinski has long been synonymous with style, mobility, and efficiency. Put simply, they are the first choice for the discerning individual.

In addition to operating many of the finest city hotels in the world, Kempinski is a name that can now be found in many exciting resort locations, each combining local flair and ambiance with the international standards of service and luxury that Kempinski guests have come to expect.

About Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates Dubai

In the heart of Dubai is the five star Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates, directly connected to the world-class Mall of the Emirates, guests can enjoy easy access to over 700 shops. 388 rooms and suites offer spectacular views of Dubai’s skyline, with 20 unique Aspen Chalets overlooking the incredible slopes of Ski Dubai. Indulge in Dubai's top dining with authentic Levantine cuisine at Olea, Spanish tapas and paellas at Salero and afternoon tea at Aspen. 

Ideally located in Sheikh Zayed Road with easy access to the Metro, it's the perfect starting point to discover Dubai’s beaches, golf and best attractions.

Downtown Dubai and Burj Khalifa are also only minutes away. Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates is one of Dubai's best hotels for leisure or business with 17 impressive meetings and events facilities.

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