Accomplished Director of Housekeeping at Embassy Suites, adept in staff management and sanitation protocols, significantly improved guest satisfaction through efficient housekeeping procedures. Skilled in training and mentoring, I excel in organizational skills and problem-solving, ensuring operational excellence and a 100% cleanliness rate. My leadership fostered a collaborative environment, enhancing team productivity and guest experience. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Housekeeping
Embassy Suites
145 W Mulberry Blvd
03.2010 - Current
Taking care of the staff and guest while
making sure cleanliness of the hotel, guest rooms, workstations, and housekeepers carts are 100% clean daily.
Assign daily deep clean rooms.
Coach and counsel employees in addition to having daily huddles with the housekeeping staff.
Managed laundry sorting, washing, drying, and etc.
Trained and mentored all new personnel to maximize quality of service and performance.
Improved overall guest satisfaction by implementing efficient housekeeping procedures and staff training programs.
Increased team productivity by effectively delegating tasks and setting clear expectations for each staff member''s role within the department.
Coordinated scheduling and staffing to accommodate fluctuating occupancy rates, maximizing efficiency and minimizing labor costs.
Enhanced communication between housekeeping staff and other departments, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall hotel operations.
Successfully addressed guest concerns regarding housekeeping matters in a timely manner, leading to increased repeat business.
Conducted regular inspections of guest rooms and public spaces, ensuring adherence to established cleanliness standards and addressing any issues promptly.
Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy guest.
Communicated repair needs to maintenance staff.
Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Executive Assistant
Mansion on Forsyth Park
700 Drayton St. Savannah Ga. 31401
05.2002 - 02.2010
Enhanced guest satisfaction by providing thorough and efficient cleaning services in guest rooms and common areas.
Ensured a welcoming environment for guests by keeping all areas clean, tidy, and wellmaintained.
Proactively addressed potential housekeeping issues by conducting regular inspections and initiating corrective actions as needed.
Provided exceptional service during high-occupancy periods, maintaining quality standards despite increased demands.
Contributed to positive team morale by fostering an inclusive, supportive work environment for colleagues.
Trained new employees on departmental procedures and provided assistance in finding cleaning supplies.
Responded to requests from patrons for linens and toiletries.
Maintained inventory of supplies and equipment, ordering new items as needed to keep stock levels at appropriate levels.
Assisted with laundry duties, ensuring timely delivery of fresh linens and towels to guest rooms.
Efficiently managed time and resources by prioritizing tasks according to urgency and importance in daily routines.
Executive Housekeeper
DeSoto Hilton
15 East Liberty St. Savannah GA. 31401
08.1983 - 02.1998
Conducted regular inspections of guest rooms and common areas, ensuring adherence to established quality standards.
Inspected facility cleaning and maintenance to prevent mistakes and maintain quality service.
Reduced staff turnover by creating an inclusive work environment that fostered teamwork and open communication among employees.
Regularly reviewed performance metrics to identify potential areas for improvement in both individual staff members'' performances as well as overall departmental efficiency.
Mentored junior housekeeping staff members, fostering a supportive team environment and promoting professional growth.
Collaborated with hotel management to address guest concerns, improving overall guest experience and retention rates.
Coordinated special cleaning projects such as deep cleaning or event preparation tasks to maintain hotel''s pristine appearance at all times.
Provided exceptional customer service support for VIP guests or clients with specific needs or requests.
Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning.
Restocked towels and amenities in bathrooms, bedrooms and kitchen spaces.
Sorted, laundered and put away various laundry items.
Washed and put away kitchen dishes, utensils and glassware.
Kept building entryway glass clean and polished for professional presentation.
Handled requests for extra linens, toiletries and other supplies.
Eliminated germs and minimized infection risk with expert bathroom and kitchen cleanings.
Education
Associates in Business - Business Administration And Management
Savannah Technical College
Savannah, GA
11.1990
High School Diploma -
Savannah High School
Savannah, GA
08.1984
Skills
Guest service
Health and safety
CPR Certified
Sanitation protocols
Staff Management
Budgeting expertise
Customer service-focused
Workload prioritization
Training and mentoring
Scheduling Coordination
Performance Evaluation
Payroll understanding
Organizational Skills
Excellent Communication
Reliability
Positive Attitude
Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Director of Housekeeping
Embassy Suites
03.2010 - Current
Executive Assistant
Mansion on Forsyth Park
05.2002 - 02.2010
Executive Housekeeper
DeSoto Hilton
08.1983 - 02.1998
Associates in Business - Business Administration And Management