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  1. Full-Time
  2. Permanent
  3. PULLMAN
  4. Rooms

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Pullman Nairobi Upper Hill, Nairobi, Kenya

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REF89174E

Housekeeping Manager

Region

MEA SPAC


Company Description

"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/
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Job Description

The Housekeeping Manager is responsible for ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and presentation across all guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house areas, while leading the housekeeping team to deliver exceptional guest experiences in line with brand standards.

Operational Management

  • Oversee daily housekeeping operations for guest rooms, public areas, laundry, and back-of-house spaces.

  • Ensure rooms and public areas meet cleanliness, presentation, and hygiene standards at all times.

  • Coordinate closely with Front Office and Engineering to ensure efficient room turnaround and maintenance reporting.

  • Conduct regular inspections and corrective actions to maintain quality standards.

People & Leadership

  • Lead, train, and motivate housekeeping supervisors, attendants, and public area teams.

  • Prepare duty rosters and manage staffing levels in line with occupancy.

  • Conduct performance appraisals, coaching, and disciplinary processes where necessary.

  • Promote a positive, respectful, and inclusive work environment.

Financial & Cost Control

  • Prepare and manage the housekeeping budget.

  • Control costs related to linen, cleaning supplies, amenities, uniforms, and laundry operations.

  • Monitor stock levels, prevent losses, and manage supplier relationships.

  • Implement efficiency initiatives to reduce wastage and improve productivity.

Guest Experience & Quality

  • Handle guest complaints professionally and ensure timely resolution.

  • Ensure compliance with brand standards, SOPs, and guest satisfaction targets.

  • Support VIP, long-stay, and special guest requirements.

Health, Safety & Compliance

  • Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, hygiene, and environmental standards.

  • Implement and monitor HACCP, infection prevention, and chemical handling procedures.

  • Ensure compliance with labor laws, fire safety, and security procedures.

Laundry & Linen Management

  • Oversee in-house or outsourced laundry operations.

  • Ensure linen quality, par levels, and inventory control.

  • Coordinate uniform issuance, repairs, and replacements.


Qualifications

  • Diploma or Degree in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, or related field.

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in housekeeping operations, with 2–3 years in a  managerial role.

  • Experience in a branded or international hotel environment is an added advantage.


Additional Information

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

Experience is an asset
Prior experience working with Opera or a related system
Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
Fluency in English, additional languages are a plus

Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.

When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.

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