Detroit Foundation Hotel relies on a meticulous housekeeping team to preserve the property’s historic character while delivering a polished guest experience. As a part-time Housekeeping Room Attendant, you will keep guest rooms and adjacent spaces clean and organized, following established safety protocols and standards with careful attention to every detail.
Responsibilities
- Model and uphold the company principles of People, Place, and Character, reflecting values that foster teamwork, intuitive service, and translocal hospitality.
- Follow the official service sequence and safety procedures while cleaning guest rooms, restocking linens and towels, and completing assigned checklists.
- Collaborate with housekeeping leadership to present a united, guest-focused team that delivers an outstanding experience.
- Take pride in your responsibilities, strictly adhering to health, safety, and sanitary guidelines.
- Perform tasks in an organized manner, respecting equipment and workspace while following the service sequence.
- Maintain a professional sense of urgency in guest rooms and public spaces to provide a thoughtful, well-kept environment.
- Encourage open communication by participating in daily lineups and monthly housekeeping meetings, maintaining transparency and addressing ideas or concerns as they arise.
- Engage in feedback sessions with Housekeeping Leadership to grow skills and elevate housekeeping standards and practices.
- Maintain regular communication with the housekeeping leadership team to stay aligned on priorities and remain flexible to support a successful operation.
- Monitor furniture, walls, trim, and carpeting; report any substandard conditions to leadership or engineering for timely corrections.
- Aparium Hotel Group is an equal opportunity employer, maintains a smoke-free and drug-free property, and does not discriminate based on disability, veteran status, or other protected classifications.
Requirements
- A strong commitment to cleanliness, a willingness to learn, and pride in serving guests.
- Basic knowledge of cleaning techniques, safety procedures, and applicable requirements.
- Working-level English proficiency to understand and follow verbal and written directions.
- Flexible interpersonal communication to engage with colleagues at all hotel levels.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment for extended periods to meet high guest volume.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs unaided to move carts, cleaning supplies, linens, and equipment.
- Ability to lift up to 100 lbs with assistance to transport mattresses, inventory, and larger equipment.
- Stamina to stand or walk for long periods while cleaning and organizing guest rooms, spaces, storage, and equipment.
Who We Are
Hotels done differently is more than a slogan; it guides how we operate. We center our work around People, Place, and Character, valuing individuals and celebrating the communities we serve while fostering pride among our associates.
The Detroit Foundation Hotel repurposed the historic Detroit Fire Department Headquarters into a 100-room independent property that contributes to Detroit’s evolving cultural, business, and arts scene. The hotel features The Apparatus Room on the ground floor and collaborates with local distillers, brewers, farmers, and other partners to showcase the city’s unique character.
Owned and managed by Aparium Hotel Group since 2011, the company aims to bring elevated, c-suite service to distinctive cities while honoring the authentic personality of each property.
Who You Are
You understand that small details can have a big impact. You appreciate crisp linens, neatly aligned items, and the satisfaction of a perfectly made bed. You take pride in maintaining order and cleanliness, and you enjoy the quiet focus of preparing rooms for colleagues and guests alike. No matter how busy the day, you keep your cart ready for the next task and approach work with care.
The Role
The Room Attendant reports to the Executive Housekeeper and the Housekeeping Leadership team, playing a key part in maintaining consistent cleanliness and organization across guest rooms and spaces. A keen eye for detail is essential to uphold the hotel’s cleanliness standards.
