Job Description

Hotel Executive Housekeeper

Hotel housekeeping experience is required—Marriott experience is strongly preferred.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise housekeeping and laundry staff, including performance evaluations, training, and development.

• Schedule staff based on labor standards and forecasted occupancy.

• Assist the General Manager with developing and managing the department’s annual budget.

• Monitor performance and expenses to ensure alignment with financial goals.

• Enforce company policies, procedures, and safety standards.

• Maintain room and public area cleanliness according to brand and hotel standards.

• Compile and report accurate room status updates to the Front Office daily.

• Ensure proper handling, security, and return of guest lost and found items.

• Maintain productivity and labor cost goals.

• Establish and maintain cost control systems for staffing, linens, and cleaning supplies.

• Conduct regular inventories of linen, supplies, and equipment.

• Deliver exceptional guest service and ensure all guest needs are met promptly.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job Skills

• Ability to follow written, oral, and electronic instructions with strong attention to detail.

• Proficient in basic math: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios.

• Strong reading and writing skills; able to write reports and communicate effectively in English.

• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills; able to plan, assign, and direct work.

• Capable of maintaining a professional, positive work environment and promoting teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of hotel experience, including at least 2 years as an Assistant Executive Housekeeper and 2 years of hands‑on housekeeping and laundry experience.

• Preferred: Marriott brand experience.

Management Responsibilities

• Recruit, interview, and train team members.

• Supervise, motivate, and evaluate team performance.

• Recommend promotions, disciplinary actions, or other status changes.

• Address associate concerns and maintain employee relations.

• Plan and assign work schedules; determine techniques and procedures.

• Manage inventory and supply ordering in coordination with the GM.

• Oversee departmental safety, security, and compliance with legal and brand standards.

• Participate in departmental budgeting and expense control.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to speak, hear, and see clearly at close and long range.

• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 30 lbs.

• Continuous use of hands and arms; frequent bending, walking, and standing for extended periods.

• Must be able to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.

• Exposure to cleaning chemicals and laundry equipment.

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