How far can you go in a hotel housekeeping career? Explore the journey
A hotel housekeeping career is so much more than keeping rooms tidy, it’s about creating comfort, care, and unforgettable experiences for every guest who walks through the door.
It’s also a path that opens doors for your own growth, offering meaningful progression, valuable skills, and opportunities to lead.
At Accor, you’ll join a global team that values collaboration, nurtures your potential, and empowers you to shape your own journey.
1. Starting strong: Room attendant
Beginning your hotel housekeeping career as a Room Attendant at Accor gives you more than just experience, it gives you a strong foundation to grow from. This role puts you at the heart of the guest experience, teaching you the importance of care, precision, and pride in every detail.
As you progress into more senior roles, the knowledge you gain here becomes invaluable. You’ll understand the realities of the job first-hand, which means you’ll lead with empathy, support your team with confidence, and inspire trust through experience.
At Accor, we believe the best leaders are those who’ve walked the path themselves.
2. Stepping up: Housekeeping supervisor
As a Housekeeping Supervisor at Accor, you step into a role that’s all about connection, coordination, and coaching.
You’ll support the Head Housekeeper in maintaining high cleanliness standards across guest rooms and common areas, performing checks, leading shifts when needed, and ensuring safety, supplies, and team coordination are all managed effectively.
3. Growing into leadership: Assistant housekeeping manager
Stepping into the role of Assistant Housekeeping Manager is where your leadership journey really begins to take shape.
You’ll supervise the team with care, coordinate schedules to ensure smooth operations, and uphold health and safety standards that protect both staff and guests. You’ll start making more strategic decisions while still staying connected to the work on the ground.
In this stage of your journey, we will encourage you to contribute ideas, grow your influence, and take real ownership of your development.
4. Leading with excellence: Housekeeping manager
As a Housekeeping Manager at Accor, you empower your team by providing clear guidance, coaching, and celebrating their successes while prioritizing guest satisfaction and operational excellence.
You handle guest feedback thoughtfully, manage performance fairly, and foster a positive, collaborative culture. Your leadership drives continuous improvement, supports team growth, and upholds Accor’s commitment to exceptional guest experiences.
5. Strategic leadership: Executive housekeeper
As an Executive Housekeeper at Accor, you lead the entire housekeeping operation with a strategic focus on quality, service, and efficiency.
You manage your team’s growth and well-being through thoughtful recruitment, training, and recognition, ensuring everyone thrives while delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Beyond people management, you oversee budgets, forecasts, maintenance programs, and regulatory compliance, balancing operational excellence with sustainability goals.
Collaborating closely with property owners and cross-functional teams, you ensure smooth, seamless resort operations that meet business objectives and elevate guest satisfaction.
6. Visionary leadership: Director of Housekeeping
As Director of Housekeeping at Accor, you inspire and develop a high-performing team, fostering collaboration across departments to deliver seamless, exceptional guest experiences.
With responsibility for financial management, operational efficiency, and innovation, you drive continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with all regulations and industry best practices.
Your leadership extends beyond housekeeping, championing safety, diversity, and a culture of service that empowers every team member to contribute their best.
In this role, you shape the future of hospitality at Accor, building strong partnerships, embracing new ideas, and leading with vision to create unforgettable stays for guests worldwide.
Build a rewarding hotel housekeeping career with purpose and impact at Accor
A hotel housekeeping career at Accor is a chance to lead with purpose, support a team that reflects your journey, and continue building a career that’s both impactful and uniquely yours.
You won’t be doing it alone. We’re committed to developing your talent, listening to your ideas, and helping you lead with purpose. This journey isn’t just about promotions, it’s a powerful step toward becoming the kind of leader who lifts others as they rise.
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