Housekeeper - The Sanctuary

Kiawah Island Golf Resort

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Kiawah Island, South Carolina

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Responsible for cleaning and maintaining guest rooms to Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond standards. Tasks include making beds, sanitizing bathrooms, managing supplies, and reporting maintenance needs.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of preferred housekeeping experience. You possess good communication skills and can perform basic math calculations, working both independently and as part of a team to meet Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond standards.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Forbes Five-Star standards

AAA Five-Diamond standards

Job Description

Position Summary: Housekeeping Room Attendants are responsible for delivering an exceptional guest experience by ensuring guest rooms are impeccably clean and well-maintained. Room Attendants thoughtfully perform daily service to each guest room, evening turndown service, and prepare guestrooms for new arrivals. Room Attendants are expected to adhere to Forbes Five-Star standards as well as AAA Five-Diamond standards in each task they are assigned.  

Pay Rate: The rate of pay listed on job boards are auto-generated numbers. Kiawah Island Golf Resort’s actual rate of pay will be determined during the hiring process.

Qualifications:

  • High School graduate or equivalent is preferred.
  • Previous experience of one year is preferred.
  • Must work both independently and in a team environment.
  • Good to excellent communication skills in English both verbal and written.
  • Ability to compute basic mathematical calculations required.

Expectations & Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the daily ownership and operational execution of the Housekeeping Department.
  • Cleaning and servicing assigned rooms or areas according to established standards and procedures including making beds, dusting and vacuuming, cleaning and sanitizing bathrooms, removing trash, and cleaning of kitchen area, room refrigerator, coffee maker, cups, glasses, and silverware.
  • Upon completing servicing of rooms, notify supervisor so rooms may be sold or occupied.
  • Monitor and control supplies and amenities, and minimize waste within all areas of housekeeping.
  • Report, turn in, and/or log all lost and found items according to established procedures.
  • Replenish supplies and equipment, as needed during the shift.
  • Report faulty equipment, linen shortages, maintenance needs, safely hazards and other problems immediately to the supervisor on duty. 
  • Restock work areas for the next shift, as assigned. 
  • Must be comfortable communicating with guests they encounter, as well as the Housekeeping staff to efficiently service guest rooms.
  • Ability to perform tasks with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, and follow-through. 
  • Upholds the core values and policies & procedures of the resort.
  • All other duties, as assigned.

Essential Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to lift minimum weight of 50 lbs. across short-medium distances.
  • Must be able to stand for the entirety of shift while reaching, bending and stooping.
  • Must be able to work on site due to daily needs of the job requirements. 
  • Ability to reach, bend, lift, and carry furniture and equipment.

Perks & Benefits:

  • Exclusive Discounts offered at the Hotel & Villas, 5 Golf Courses, Spa, Restaurants, Recreation and Retail Shops
  • Employee Meal Program
  • Employee Trainings and Appreciation Events throughout the year
  • Recognition Awards and Incentive Events, Peer to Peer Recognition
  • Leadership & Career Development
  • Bi-annual Wellness Fair
  • Free Parking!
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance and Vacation Pay - available for Full Time employees after 60days of employment. 
  • 401k – available after 30 days of employment

Our Story:

Kiawah Island Golf Resort is a destination for luxury golf and beach vacations near Charleston, South Carolina.  We offer Five-Star accommodations, world-class resort amenities, award-winning recreational activities, and some of the most respected golf courses in the nation.

The resort concentrates on hiring the best individuals. Each of our talented and skilled employees strive for our mission to be recognized as the best golf and tennis resort on the East Coast. We are committed to providing employees with caring, gracious service in the traditions of genuine southern hospitality.

Join the BEST, APPLY NOW and Work in Paradise!

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, or efforts associated with this position.

All offers of employment at Kiawah Island Golf Resort are contingent upon the results of a thorough background check. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates.


This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. Kiawah Island Golf Resort is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, or due to pregnancy.

We truly appreciate your interest in Kiawah Island Golf Resort. If you have any questions regarding employment at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, please reach out to Jobs@KiawahResort.com.

Kiawah Island Golf Resort

Located along 10 miles of pristine beach about 25 miles south of Charleston, S.C., Kiawah Island Golf Resort consistently ranks as one of the country’s top resorts. It includes The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort, the resort’s Forbes Five Star/AAA Five Diamond 255-room hotel and spa, nearly 500 private villas and luxury homes, over one dozen dining establishments, and five championship golf courses, including The Ocean Course, host of the 1991 Ryder Cup, the 2012 PGA Championship and 2021 PGA Championship. For 15 of the past 17 years, the resort has ranked as the number-one tennis resort in the world by TennisResortsOnline.com, and features acclaimed recreation and nature programs.
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