Housekeeping Houseperson - Seasonal

Housekeeping Houseperson

JOB DESCRIPTION

DEPARTMENT: Housekeeping

REPORTS TO: Executive Housekeeper

STATUS: Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

The Housekeeping Houseperson plays a vital support role in the housekeeping team by ensuring hallways, public areas, and storage spaces are clean and organized. This position assists room attendants with heavy lifting, stripping beds, and delivering guest requests such as extra linens or amenities. The Houseperson helps maintain a pristine environment throughout the property and contributes to an exceptional guest experience through prompt and courteous service. This is a seasonal position starting mid May and ending mid September.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

Education & Experience:

• Previous housekeeping or hospitality experience helpful.

• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Must be service-oriented and a team player.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to move, lift, carry, and place objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance and over 50 pounds with assistance.

• Ability to push and pull equipment weighing more than 100 pounds.

• Frequent bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.

• Ability to stand, kneel, or walk for extended periods across an entire shift.

General Requirements

• Friendly, courteous, and guestoriented demeanor.

• Must be attentive, friendly, and helpful to guests and team members.

• Must maintain a neat, professional appearance at all times.

• Responsible, reliable, and able to perform duties with minimal supervision.

• Comply with safety and security policies, including proper lifting techniques and PPE use.

DUTIES & FUNCTIONS

Fundamental Requirements:

• Clean hallways, stairwells, elevators, and public areas; remove debris and room service trays.

• Keep housekeeping closets stocked with linens and supplies; maintain cleanliness and organization.

• Assist room attendants with stripping beds, heavy lifting, and priority requests.

• Remove trash and soiled linen from guest floors and transport to designated areas.

• Deliver guest amenities and special requests (e.g., rollaway beds, cribs, refrigerators, extra linens).

• Complete assigned cleaning projects (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly).

• Report maintenance issues and complete work orders as needed.

• Clean lobby, public restrooms, and fitness areas.

• Assist in laundry operations when required.

• Follow all safety protocols, including hazardous material handling and lockout/tag-out procedures.

• Provide courteous and prompt assistance to guests; answer questions and escalate concerns when necessary.

• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

In accordance with New Jersey State Legislature (New Jersey Legislature Bill S2310 Sca (1R)) which requires private employers with ten (10) or more employees to include a range of pay for all advertised jobs, promotion, or transfer opportunities. This position pays $15.92 - 16.50/hr dependent on experience.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.