Attendant (General Cleaner), Internship

Explore limitless possibilities, dreams and adventures on Hawai’i Island as you blaze a trail for a rewarding career in hospitality. Embrace our passion for Hawai’i’s heritage, culture and traditions with amazing career opportunities that await you in paradise. Journey into a luxury oasis where the aloha spirit comes alive.

Fairmont Orchid is an award-winning luxury resort located on the majestic Kohala Coast of Hawai‘i Island. Immerse yourself in an authentic Hawaiian experience, surrounded by 32 oceanfront acres of lush tropical gardens, cascading waterfalls and a tranquil white sand beach and lagoon. Hawai‘i’s warmth and serenity are reflected throughout the design of our family-friendly hotel accommodations with spacious guest rooms, suites and the exclusive Fairmont Gold concierge floor.

Resort amenities include our Spa Without Walls, a 10,000-square-foot oceanfront pool, cultural activities, onsite restaurants, access to world-class golf, a 24/7 fitness center and a 10-court tennis pavilion. Inspired by culture, well-being and genuine aloha, Fairmont Orchid welcomes you to experience authentic Hawai‘i.

What is in it for you:

*benefit available for fulltime or part time employees while being a part of the Fairmont Orchid ‘Ohana

• Premium preferred provider medical/drug/vision benefits at competitive prices.
• We put you first & value you with employer paid coverage for group life and accidental insurance coverage ($7,500) + Coverage is available for your ‘ohana!*
• We believe that hospitality has the power to unlock a better tomorrow with our 401(k)/retirement saving plan & matching program.
• Don’t just live in the moment – own your moment with 11 paid holiday/personal days per year + 10 days of paid vacation that begin accruing immediately* 
• We go the extra mile by offering 50% discounts at hotel restaurants, 30% discount on retail items at our Fairmont Store & 30% discount of services offered in our Spa Without Walls.
• We are globetrotters taking advantage of our Travel Program with employee discounts at Accor properties + Friends & Family rates (5,000+ hotels worldwide)*
• Complimentary meals in our employee dining facility

Experience a 6 week - 12 week internship in a luxury resort environment. The Attendant (General Cleaner) is responsible for ensuring we provide the highest level of cleanliness in our guestrooms.

What you will be doing:

• Clean guestrooms to include: dusting, making beds, soiled linen removal from rooms, daily turndown service and retrieval of clean linen from linen closets, vacuuming, bathroom cleaning, inside window cleaning, replenishing room supplies
• “Own” lobby and/or public area assigned, on a regular schedule, cleaning, spot sweeping, carpet dusting when necessary, keeping glass doors, mirrors free of fingerprints, and elevators regularly
• Clean all mirrors and glasses; inside of windows; all vents in assigned areas stock all paper supplies in restrooms and storage closets; wipe, clean all marble and tables and dust all surfaces
• Take initiative to add a personalized experience for the guest
• Maintain proper usage of cleaning supplies and equipment
• Accurately report room status reports throughout the duration of your shift
• Take ownership of guests’ privacy and belongings, while ensuring exceptional service
• Work effectively and contribute positively to a team
• Keep linen closets, supply closet and landing organized and clean
• Report damage or malfunction in hotel rooms/areas
• Respond professionally, politely, and efficiently to requests from guests
• Use hands to lift, carry, or pull objects that may be heavy
• Maintain excellent grooming and uniform standards
• Read, understand and follow all department policies

Your experience and skills include:

• Warm and caring personality; previous housekeeping experience is an asset
• Basic understanding of the English language
• Ability to anticipate and focus attention on guest needs by being professional and welcoming
• Lifting requirements up to 25 lbs.
• Carrying of objects weighting up to 50lbs.
• Excellent organizational skills and time management
• Stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, bending, twisting, pushing, seeing, hearing, speaking to guests

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in the United States. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining U.S. work authorization.

Your team and working environment: Come join the energetic and caring Housekeeping 'Ohana at the Fairmont Orchid. We work together as a dynamic team to ensure that our guests are well looked after and the hotel maintains the utmost cleanliness.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality.

We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

About Fairmont Hotels & Resorts: At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts we offer our guests the finest hospitality experience in each of our destinations. And we know that, to offer our guests the best, we first need to offer our employees the best. That’s why you’ll find exceptional work opportunities – throughout North America and the Caribbean, Europe and Africa, the Middle East and Asia Pacific – as well as industry leading training, career development, recognition and rewards. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a celebrated collection of hotel that includes landmark locations like London’s The Savoy, New York’s The Plaza, and Shanghai’s Fairmont Peace Hotel. Our teams are guided by values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Empowerment; we employ the highest ethical and quality standards, treating all colleague with fairness & dignity. A community and environmental leader, Fairmont is also regarded for its responsible tourism practices and award – winning Green Partnership Program. An exciting future awaits!

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