Housekeeper
Townplace Suites Marriott
02.2024 - 09.2024
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Desiree Bowles
Housekeeping/Cleaner
Pasco,WA
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Timeline
Retail Sales Associate seasonal
Ross Dress for Less
10.2023 - 01.2024
Private Nanny
Self Employed Services
06.2015 - 09.2019
Housekeeper
Quality Inn
07.2013 - 01.2015
Kennewick High School
08.2006 - 06.2009
Work History
Townplace Suites Marriott
Housekeeper
02.2024 - 09.2024
Job overview
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring adequate stock of cleaning supplies at all times.
- Collaborated with team members to uphold cleanliness standards across the facility.
- Responded promptly to guest requests for additional services or items during stay.
- Conducted routine inspections of rooms to ensure high-quality cleanliness and maintenance standards.
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
- Upheld high standards of sanitation in common areas, contributing to an inviting atmosphere for guests.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
Ross Dress for Less
Retail Sales Associate seasonal
10.2023 - 01.2024
Job overview
- Engaged with customers proactively, providing recommendations based on needs and preferences.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
- Assisted in managing inventory levels, accurately processing shipments, and restocking merchandise as needed.
- Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of fitting room area.
- Monitored inventory levels of clothing items within fitting rooms.
- Supported daily store operations by restocking garments as needed.
- Learned store policies and procedures to provide accurate information to customers.
- Cleaned and maintained fitting rooms regularly.
- Organized clothing and accessories that customers had returned to fitting room desk.
Self Employed Services
Private Nanny
06.2015 - 09.2019
Job overview
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Developed engaging educational activities that promoted cognitive and social development.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to children's dietary needs and preferences.
- Assisted with homework, fostering a positive learning experience and academic support.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and daily routines.
- Managed schedules, coordinating playdates, appointments, and extracurricular activities efficiently.
- Adapted caregiving approaches to meet individual needs of each child in care.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual needs of each child to provide personalized support.
- Assisted with homework and school projects, fostering a love for learning in the children.
- Provided safe transportation to and from school, extracurricular activities, and other events.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
Quality Inn
Housekeeper
07.2013 - 01.2015
Job overview
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in rooms and common areas.
- Ensured all rooms met hotel cleanliness standards by conducting regular inspections and addressing any issues promptly.
- Handled requests for extra linens, toiletries and other supplies.
- Rotated linens in storerooms and replenished when supplies ran low.
- Maintained a spotless environment for guests through diligent daily housekeeping tasks.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Achieved significant reduction in lost and found items through diligent room checks and organized logging system.
- Operated electronic backpack vacuums and floor sweepers.
- Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Increased room availability by managing time wisely and completing tasks within designated deadlines.
- Swept high ceilings, tight spaces and around furniture to remove built up dust and cobwebs.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring adequate stock of cleaning supplies at all times.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
- Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Maximized efficiency of housekeeping operations through effective communication with team members and supervisors.
- Completed special housekeeping actions such as turning mattresses on set schedule.
- Ran special errands, including retrieving dry cleaning and making requested purchases.
- Streamlined laundry operations, sorting and treating items according to fabric care specifications.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
- Restocked cleaning storage cabinets, carts and baskets for easy use.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
3
years of post-secondary education
Education
Kennewick High SchoolKennewick, WA
08.2006 - 06.2009
Skills
- Teamwork
- Housekeeping
- Customer service
- Bathroom cleaning
- Mopping and sweeping
- Vacuuming and sweeping
- Cleaning bathrooms
- Cleaning techniques
- Bed making proficiency
- Kitchen cleaning
- Residential cleaning
- Customer service-focused
- Deep cleaning expertise
- Folding clean laundry
- Physically strong
- Restroom detailing
Summary
Reliable [Job Title] dedicated to maintaining cleanliness and upkeep for facilities and rooms. Skillful in quickly preparing rooms for guests, overseeing laundry and monitoring grounds for general repairs. Positive and energetic professional comfortable working with minimal supervision.
Availability
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Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
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