Executive Housekeeper

Established in 2000 in Turkey, Rixos pioneers the ‘ALL Inclusive, ALL Exclusive’ concept, inviting guests to discover a world of possibilities, with luxurious stays, inclusive of culinary delights from around the globe, live entertainment, daily sports, and fitness activities, sensorial spa and wellness journeys and fun-filled kids and teens activities. Each Rixos property presents a unique experience inspired by local culture, global influences, and our Turkish heritage, all within a setting of unparalleled luxury.

Job Description

• To oversee the Housekeeping operations, including the Laundry and the Internal Communication Center, ensuring that the hotel standards and procedures are fully known and followed.
• To ensure that all the rooms are prepared and inspected as per standards and according to guest requests and needs, including the turn-down service.
• To ensure that the flower decorations in the rooms and public areas are always maintained as per the required standards.
• To ensure the upkeep of all the front of the house, including the hotel entrance.
• To ensure the upkeep of all the designated back of the house areas.
• To check regularly the night shift for cleaning.
• To ensure appropriate stock level for the smooth run of the Housekeeping and Laundry operations and to approve requisitions accordingly.
• To ensure that the inventories of linen, uniforms, and other applicable items are done and recorded as scheduled.
• To deal with different suppliers and contractors.
• To oversee the Pest Control service and jointly with the Stewarding Manager and Chief Engineer to establish the Pest Control schedules.
• To implement housekeeping-related HACCP procedures.
• To be involved in sustainable development and to apply energy and waste management.
• To monitor cost control and to suggest saving programs.
• To ensure all linen and uniform management and handling procedures are respected.
• To implement Focus and other financial procedures.
• To supervise and control Lost and Found, maintain records, and mail packages to clients.
• To be aware of all VIPs visiting or staying in the hotel. To personally inspect VIP rooms.
• To make regular room and public area inspections with the Engineering Department on deviation from standard set-ups and maintenance. To follow up on the Out of Order and Out of service rooms.
• To liaise with the Front Office on the scheduling of rooms for maintenance programs.
• To ensure close coordination with the Front Office, Engineering, Food and Beverage as well as the Guest Relations regarding usual and unusual guest requests.
• To daily review the Night Audit reports related to Housekeeping.
• To offer assistance at any time in the operations and to monitor, highlight, and suggest improvements on any dysfunction.
• To ensure proper coverage and supervision of the Housekeeping sections at all times.
• To set performance targets for all associates and constantly monitor and increase staff productivity.
• To ensure and perform a proper use of all the equipment and property management system, to have a perfect knowledge of the setups.
• To ensure the strict control of room keys and section keys.
• To implement and follow up daily checklists.
• To prepare forecasts and statistics.
• To respect schedules, terms, and deadlines as agreed with the Management.
• To ensure that all team members are aware of the outlet timings and promote the internal activities and events.
• To ensure that all team members are updated with the latest administrative, organizational, operational, or other changes and news.
• To conduct a daily line-up briefing with the Housekeeping and Laundry supervisors to recapitulate tasks and activities.
• To share daily activity highlights with the Director of Operations, including internal and external guest opportunities.
• To assist the Director of Operations in fulfilling administrative responsibilities and monitoring activities. To replace him whenever needed.
• To ensure the loyalty programs are promoted and to build strong and long-term relationships with the guests.
• To ensure that all guests enjoy their stay being offered the finest personal service.
• To escort the guests rather than pointing out directions.
• To ensure that the privacy of the guests and the confidentiality of the information is respected.
• To act as a representative of the Management when dealing with guest complaints or if a member of the Housekeeping team is facing difficulties that she/ he cannot solve on her/ his own.
• To manage any guest complaint in a professional manner, by owning it, resolving it to the guest's satisfaction, and recording it.
• To call the Director of Operations or the Hotel Manager for advice in serious cases or if approval is required.
• To be fully aware of and to report all guest comments or complaints.
• To ensure that Guest History records are accurately followed up.
• To ensure a proper use of the telephone etiquette as per Rixos standards.
• To interview potential candidates and assist in new team members' integration in liaison with the People & Culture Department.
• To create an atmosphere of high morale and a happy working relationship among the staff.
• To conduct staff evaluations and surveys. To develop staff motivation and performance action plans.
• To be involved in staff retention and satisfaction.
• To ensure training and regular “refresher” courses are conducted and attended as scheduled.

What we offer....

• An innovative and fast-growing international group, committed not only to building new hotels but to creating a global brand.
• The opportunity to challenge the norm and work in a creative and rewarding environment.
• Member of a team that is passionate about creating great hotel experiences and building a portfolio of brands.
• Great discounts on the entire Ennismore family.
• Many opportunities to progress and change as part of a global family of brands.
• An annual calendar of diversity and inclusion events that gives you opportunities to learn, celebrate, and make a positive impact. opportunities to progress and grow in a diverse and global family of brands.

Diploma or degree in vocational hospitality, 8– 10 years experience in 4-5  star Hotel