Veterans Preferred - Executive Housekeeper

Company: Hyatt
Location: Vail
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

Military Veterans are Encouraged to Apply. -Nestled at the base of Vail Mountain, along the banks of Gore Creek, Grand Hyatt Vail is located in the heart of Vail Valley within the Cascade Village neighborhood. Featuring Vail's premier open-air chairlift directly next to our spacious ski valet and rental shop, Grand Hyatt Vail offers the most convenient access to Vail Mountain, adventure, and respite. From skiing and snowboarding, seasonally inspired resort activities, and luxurious amenities, Grand Hyatt Vail has something for everyone. Enjoy an array of Colorado inspired dining options, comfortable guest rooms and warm hospitality at Vail's premier ski-in/ski-out resort. Grand Hyatt Vail is seeking colleagues with unmatched service. We care for people so they can be their best.

The Executive Housekeeper is responsible for all duties of the housekeeping operation and cleanliness levels in all areas of the property. Responsibilities include: staff training, inter- department communications, and staff scheduling. The Executive Housekeeper will promote an atmosphere that insures customer and associate satisfaction. This position requires strong attention to detail, leadership skills, and the ability to effectively deal with department heads, guests, and team members.

The budgeted range for this position starts at $83,600. Actual pay will be commensurate with experience.

Duties include:

• Responsible for short and long term planning and the management of the hotel's Housekeeping operations
• Develop and recommend the budget, labor cost plans and objectives and manages within those approved plans
• Solid understanding of housekeeping and laundry supplies and pars
• Teach employees importance of, and how to greet guests and courteously solve guest requests
• See that inspection program is consistently maintained
• Assure all safety and security policies and procedures are followed
• Work closely with all other Departments
• Inspect some rooms daily
• Experience purchasing linens and housekeeping supplies
• Current on latest housekeeping and laundry technology
• Work closely with vendors to assure proper pricing, delivery, and maintenance
• Experience teaching, supervising, and mentoring multilingual and multicultural staff
• Ensure OSHA and ADA policies are adhered to
• Experience with turndown service, special needs of VIP Guests, foreign dignitaries, etc. helpful
• Insures proper staffing levels for customer service goals
• Coach and counsel employees to reflect Hyatt service standards and procedures
  
  Why Work at Hyatt?
  
  • Enjoy free meals in our colleague cafeteria for every shift worked
  • Free parking on-site
  • 1 hour of sick pay earned for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours/year
  • Discounted & Complimentary hotel room nights
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance - (Full-Time colleagues)
  • Flexible Spending Account (Full-Time colleagues)
  • Retirement Savings Plan
  • Basic Life Insurance
  • PTO earned based on hours worked, up to 17 days in your first year (Full-Time & Part-Time)
  • Opportunities to work around the world with Hyatt Hotels and Resorts
  • End of Season Ski Pass Bonus
    Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether its career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.
    
    Hyatt is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
    Qualifications:
    
    • Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.
    • 4 years or more of progressive hotel Rooms Management experience (typically with Hyatt).
    • With opening hotels, previous hotel pre-opening experience preferred
    • Service oriented style with professional presentations skills
    • Hotel/Hospitality degree an asset
    • Must possess the following strengths: high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, effective communicator, effective in providing exceptional customer service and ability to improve the bottom line
    • Clear concise written and verbal communication skills in English
    • Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
    • Must have excellent organizational, interpersonal and administrative skills

Keywords: Hyatt, Snowmass , Veterans Preferred - Executive Housekeeper, Hospitality & Tourism , Vail, Colorado