House Attendant
Job Description
Join the housekeeping team onsite in San Francisco, CA, supporting clean, safe, and well-prepared public and service areas throughout the hotel.
Responsibilities
- Clean and maintain public spaces including hotel lobbies, hallways, elevators, restrooms, and stairwells.
- Sweep, mop, dust, and vacuum common areas to meet hotel cleanliness standards.
- Keep public restrooms fully stocked and clean throughout the day (toilet paper, soap, hand sanitizer).
- Clean public-area surfaces including furniture and windows to support a welcoming environment.
- Support back-of-house cleaning and organization in staff rooms, storage areas, and laundry rooms.
- Maintain service areas so they remain clean, safe, and efficient.
- Collect and transport dirty linens and towels to the laundry room; return clean linens to appropriate storage areas.
- Maintain cleanliness in supply closets; assist with organizing cleaning materials and equipment.
- Assist other housekeeping team members as needed (Room Attendants, Housekeeping Supervisors, and additional staff).
- Respond promptly to guest and department requests, including delivering amenities and assisting with special requests.
- Assist with transporting guest luggage or items to and from rooms or designated areas when necessary.
- Ensure housekeeping carts and storage areas are stocked with cleaning supplies, linens, and amenities.
- Notify the housekeeping supervisor when supplies or equipment need replenishment.
- Help organize and rotate stock in supply closets to maintain orderly inventory.
- Follow hotel health, safety, and sanitation procedures for a clean and safe environment.
- Use cleaning chemicals and equipment safely in line with proper safety standards and guidelines.
- Identify and report safety hazards or maintenance issues to the appropriate department.
- Assist with cleaning guest rooms as needed, including restocking towels and amenities and supporting deep cleaning projects.
- Support busy periods or special events by keeping public and service areas clean and presentable.
- Complete special cleaning tasks or projects assigned by the housekeeping supervisor or manager.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Ability to work efficiently and independently, managing time to complete tasks within designated timeframes.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain cleanliness and organization.
- Good communication skills to interact with guests and team members.
- Ability to follow safety protocols and hotel procedures for cleaning and handling cleaning chemicals.
- Ability to assist with a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks as needed.
Education and/or Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience in housekeeping, cleaning, or maintenance in a hotel or similar environment is beneficial but not required.
- Knowledge of cleaning techniques and use of cleaning equipment is a plus.
Additional Skills / Specialized Knowledge
- Attention to detail for cleanliness and organization in public and service areas.
- Efficiency and independence in completing cleaning tasks within timeframes.
- Communication skills for coordination with guests and other team members.
- Understanding of safety protocols for cleaning chemicals and hotel procedures.
- Flexibility to assist with multiple cleaning and maintenance tasks.
Physical Demands
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds (linens, cleaning equipment).
- Frequent use of hands, fingers, and wrists for handling cleaning tools and operating equipment.
- Ability to work in a physically demanding environment with exposure to cleaning chemicals and equipment.
Location: San Francisco, CA (onsite) | Hourly Pay: USD 29 - 38 | Education: High School Diploma or equivalent