This was a brand new build hotel,i was in charge of making sure nothing was missing from every single room to meet hilton standards.
- Collaborated with human resources to refine recruitment strategies for the housekeeping department, attracting top talent and reducing time-to-fill open positions.
- Managed laundry sorting, washing, drying.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
- Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
- Coordinated scheduling and staffing to accommodate fluctuating occupancy rates, maximizing efficiency and minimizing labor costs.
- Established effective quality control measures, consistently monitoring performance metrics to identify areas requiring improvement or adjustment.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning among housekeeping staff through ongoing training initiatives tailored to individual needs and skill levels.
- Assigned housekeeping staff to specific shifts and room blocks based on abilities and daily requirements.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Oversaw renovations projects in collaboration with maintenance teams, ensuring minimal disruption to guests during periods of construction.
- Conducted regular inspections of guest rooms and public spaces, ensuring adherence to established cleanliness standards and addressing any issues promptly.
- Enhanced communication between housekeeping staff and other departments, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall hotel operations.
- Cultivated positive relationships with local health inspectors, facilitating smooth inspection processes that resulted in consistently high ratings.
- Increased team productivity by effectively delegating tasks and setting clear expectations for each staff member''s role within the department.
- Developed strong working relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms for supply contracts and service agreements.
- Improved overall guest satisfaction by implementing efficient housekeeping procedures and staff training programs.
- Conducted regular room inspections to verify compliance with housekeeping standards.
- Communicated repair needs to maintenance staff.
- Worked with front desk to respond promptly to all guest requests.
- Placed orders for housekeeping supplies and guest toiletries.
- Increased employee performance through effective supervision and training.
- Investigated guest complaints and resolved issues to increase customer satisfaction and establish trust.
- Successfully addressed guest concerns regarding housekeeping matters in a timely manner, leading to increased repeat business.
- Managed budget allocation for the housekeeping department, optimizing resource utilization while maintaining high-quality services.