Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Karen Latimer

House Keeping
Courtland,VA

Summary

Highly skilled Housekeeping Cleaner with experience in maintaining cleanliness and orderliness of various types of properties. Strengths include proficiency in time management, multitasking, and the application of proper cleaning procedures. Demonstrated ability to improve efficiency in work processes leading to optimal cleanliness standards. Impact made by consistently receiving positive feedback from clients for maintaining high sanitation standards.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Housekeeping Cleaner

Sea Glass Services
Chesapeake, VA
06.2023 - Current
  • Swept and mopped floors, cleaned carpets, dusted furniture and fixtures.
  • Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, replenished supplies such as soap and toilet paper.
  • Maintained a clean work area at all times by sweeping or vacuuming daily.
  • Inspected guest rooms on completion for cleanliness standards set by the hotel management team.
  • Emptied wastebaskets and replaced liners.
  • Vacuumed upholstered furniture and curtains, washed windows, removed cobwebs.
  • Reported any maintenance issues to supervisor immediately.
  • Transported trash to designated disposal areas.
  • Checked all equipment to ensure proper functioning prior to use.
  • Responded promptly to special requests from guests for extra supplies or other items as needed.
  • Maintained inventory of cleaning supplies used throughout the facility.
  • Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
  • Requested maintenance orders to fix non-working equipment and address room damage.
  • Emptied wastebaskets and disposed of soiled linens in guest rooms to reduce spread of germs and enhance freshness.
  • Dusted ceiling air conditioning diffusers and ventilation systems to improve airflow.
  • Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
  • Removed finger marks and smudges from doors, frames and glass partitions to enhance shine.
  • Maintained and organized cleaning supplies stock.
  • Reported maintenance concerns or repairs to appropriate supervisor for prompt remediation.
  • Interacted pleasantly with clients and guests when performing daily duties.
  • Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping and scrubbing.
  • Moved beds, sofas and small furniture to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
  • Returned rooms to occupant-ready status to satisfy future guests.
  • Communicated with maintenance team on damages to repair.
  • Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
  • Sanitized and cleaned sinks, mirrors, toilets and showers.
  • Replaced sheets and pillowcases daily and used hospitality corners on beds to provide comfort for guests.
  • Inspected furniture for damage or stains in between guest stays.
  • Returned vacant rooms to occupant-ready status by deep cleaning, changing linens, restocking inventory and removing trash.
  • Rendered detailed and timely cleaning services while working in fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
  • Dusted and polished fixtures and cabinet hardware to maintain sparkling appearance.
  • Adhered to daily cleaning schedules and updated as needed based on demand.
  • Communicated with customers about requests for additional supplies or cleaning services.
  • Maintained clean floors throughout property by sweeping, scrubbing.
  • Swept and damp-mopped private stairways and hallways.

House Cleaner

Sudds In. Bucket
Newsoms, Virginia
08.2022 - 01.2023

Residential house cleaning

  • Scrubbed walls with appropriate cleaning solutions to remove marks or stains.
  • Checked supplies inventory regularly to ensure adequate levels are available at all times.
  • Assisted customers in selecting appropriate cleaning products for specific jobs
  • Maintained supplies such as paper towels, toilet tissue, soaps.
  • Provided additional services upon request by customers such as laundry washing, folding, ironing or pet care.
  • Dusted furniture, window sills and other surfaces to remove dirt and cobwebs.
  • Washed and dried dishes to maintain clean and orderly kitchen.
  • Organized, cleaned and sanitized kitchens, bedrooms, living rooms and bathrooms to tidy and eliminate daily germs.
  • Cleaned homes following specific and detailed protocols and requests.
  • Sanitized doorknobs, light switches and other frequently touched surfaces.
  • Cleansed kitchen appliances such as microwaves, stoves, dishwashers.
  • Swept, mopped, vacuumed and polished floors of all types.
  • Maintained and organized cleaning supplies stock.
  • Operated in-house and portable vacuums to remove dust and debris from hardwood floors, carpets and upholstery.
  • Laundered sheets and other bedding, made beds and fluffed pillows.
  • Used proper chemicals and cleaning materials to optimal dilution and cleaned specific surfaces followed client requests.
  • Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
  • Used cleaning chemicals following proper guidelines.
  • Emptied wastebaskets and disposed of soiled linens in guest rooms to reduce spread of germs and enhance freshness.
  • Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
  • Removed finger marks and smudges from doors, frames and glass partitions to enhance shine.
  • Dusted ceiling air conditioning diffusers and ventilation systems to improve airflow.
  • Interacted pleasantly with clients and guests when performing daily duties.
  • Sanitized and cleaned sinks, mirrors, toilets and showers.
  • Inspected furniture for damage or stains in between guest stays.
  • Supplied extra towels and toiletries when requested to optimize guest comfort.
  • Communicated with customers about requests for additional supplies or cleaning services.
  • Adhered to daily cleaning schedules and updated as needed based on demand.
  • Swept and damp-mopped private stairways and hallways.
  • Dusted and polished fixtures and cabinet hardware to maintain sparkling appearance.
  • Rendered detailed and timely cleaning services while working in fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
  • Applied waxes to woodwork or tile floors for protection against wear-and-tear.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lakeland High School , Suffolk, VA
08-1998

Skills

  • Polishing surfaces
  • Communication
  • Restocking supplies
  • Dusting
  • Safe cleaning with chemicals
  • Customer Service
  • Restroom detailing
  • Mopping and buffing floors
  • Physically strong
  • Focused and detail-oriented
  • Exceptional time management
  • Window Washing
  • Cleaning light fixtures
  • Guest Relations
  • Cleaning methods
  • Vacuuming and sweeping
  • English language fluency
  • Housekeeping
  • Teamwork
  • Hardworking
  • Window Cleaning

Timeline

Housekeeping Cleaner - Sea Glass Services
06.2023 - Current
House Cleaner - Sudds In. Bucket
08.2022 - 01.2023
Lakeland High School - High School Diploma,
Karen LatimerHouse Keeping