Assistant Director of Housekeeping

We look for people who are passionate about service and have a hunger for learning new skills. We believe in the power of teamwork and the professional development of our team members. With our employees being our greatest assets, we are committed to providing competitive wages and benefits, the best training, a safe and enjoyable work environment along with many opportunities for advancement to ensure a very rewarding career. We take great pride in our dedicated and diverse team of employees.

All professionals at Salamander Collection live by our Vision, Brand Promise, and Core Values.

We specialize in the management of Four and Five Star luxury hotels, resorts and fine food establishments. If your outside interests include golf, tennis, spa, beach, water sports, equestrian, shopping or just relaxation, we have the employee discounts to match.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

To assist and oversee the housekeeping and laundry department, ensuring at all times the team is performing at the highest standards of service.

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning of the departments.
• Assists with the compiling of the weekly schedules and managing the departmental payroll.
• Assists with the hiring and training of all new colleagues.
• Responsible for all coach and counselling of the department
• Ensuring Forbes 5 Star standards are met and maintained.
• Will conduct regular inspections of the hotel to ensure adherence to cleanliness and maintenance standards, this includes all public areas throughout the hotel.
• Assists with operating expenses to maximize costs within the budget / forecast while providing excellent guest services.
• Oversees daily operational line ups both AM and PM and monthly communication meetings.
• Assist Housekeeping Operations Managers with the departmental audits and role plays..
• Will oversee the turndown operations.
• Will assist with the purchasing of all new equipment when needed and will ensure that the necessary training is provided.
• Assisting with day-to-day operations and communicating effectively with Front of House Leaders.
• Will be responsible for the maintaining of current linens par levels and any other operational needs.
• Will meet on weekly basis with the Director of Housekeeping
  
  

Education/Experience

• High school or equivalent education required.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum two years management experience with at least two years in housekeeping management.
• Union experience preferred.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk’ use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch; talk and hear.
• The employee must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• The employee must be able to see differences in widths and length of lines such as those on graphs.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, communicate with others effectively deal with customers and accept constructive criticism from supervisors.
• Must be able to change activity frequently and cope with interruptions.
  
  

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Sick Pay
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Maternity, Paternity and Adoptive Parent Leave
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance (Accident, Cancer, Life, AD&D)
• Direct Deposit
• Company Paid Uniforms
• Recognition Programs & Rewards
• Property Discounts for Rooms, Retail, Dining, Water Parks, Golf, Spa and more
• Discounted Parking
  
  

Salamander Collection is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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