Lawrence Merritt
New York,NY
Summary
To achieve a position in a field where I can make practical use of my quick and effective manner job skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Housekeeper/Porter
Homes for the Homeless
New York, NY
10.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Maintained a spotless environment for guests through diligent daily housekeeping tasks.
- 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.
- Maximized efficiency of housekeeping operations through effective communication with team members and supervisors.
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by ensuring thorough cleaning and timely room turnovers.
- Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Ensured all rooms met hotel cleanliness standards by conducting regular inspections and addressing any issues promptly.
- Dusted picture frames and wall hangings with cloth.
- Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.
- Increased room availability by managing time wisely and completing tasks within designated deadlines.
- Verified cleanliness and organization of storage areas and carts.
- Contributed to property upkeep by proactively identifying and reporting maintenance needs to management.
- Prioritized guest comfort through attentive service, responding swiftly to special requests or concerns.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting work schedule according to fluctuating occupancy rates.
- Streamlined laundry processes, resulting in faster turnaround times for guest linens and towels.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in rooms and common areas.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
- Swept high ceilings, tight spaces and around furniture to remove built up dust and cobwebs.
- Restocked cleaning storage cabinets, carts and baskets for easy use.
- Eliminated germs and minimized infection risk with expert bathroom and kitchen cleanings.
- Restocked towels and amenities in bathrooms, bedrooms and kitchen spaces.
- Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning.
- Supported event setups and tear-downs, ensuring spaces were returned to their original state in timely manner.
Housekeeping
New York Sports Club
New York, NY, USA
01.2001 - Current
- Provided Hands-on experience to operate housekeeping equipment
- Maintain Inventory
- Restock locker room with clean towels and take out the dirty towels
- Srub and clean toilets
- Srub and clean Showers with Pressure Washer Hose
- Wipe fingerprints off windows and mirrors
- Sweep, mop bathrooms and replenish hand soap or restock with toilet paper if needed
- Push an pull dirty and clean towel bins that can weigh up to 30 to 40 pounds
- Collected and disposed of trash within the facility
- Wipe cardio machhines by cleaning any sweat , dirt or scuff marks
- High Dusting Vents
- Changing light bulbs thats out or missing
- Clean And srub walls of any scuff marks or Stains
- Clean studio wooden floors by dust mopping
- Unload cleaning supplie shipment and place in storage room
- Shovel snow outside the facility
Education
High School Diploma -
Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School
New York, NY06.2000
Skills
- Guest service
- Physical stamina
- Cleaning
- Maintenance reporting
- Weight lifting
- Trash removal
- Inventory organization
- Policy adherence
- Attention to detail
- Floor care
Timeline
Housekeeper/Porter
Homes for the Homeless
10.2021 - Current
Housekeeping
New York Sports Club
01.2001 - Current
High School Diploma -
Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School