General Job Requirements:
The PM Lobby Attendant is responsible for maintaining clean and attractive public guest areas and facilities throughout the hotel, while following company standards and safety procedures. Nights and Weekends Required. Knowledge of cleanliness standards. Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly, service oriented manner. Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times. Be attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to all guests, managers and fellow employees. Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate standards, as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel. Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper uniform and nametag while working. Comply at all times with Highgate standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations. Respond and/or communicate guest requests to an appropriate supervisor in a timely and professional manner Maintain cleanliness and order of all assigned linen closets and storage areas, and immediately report deficiencies Maintain adequate supplies and amenities in public areas Remove trash from offices, employee cafeteria and front desk whenever necessary Deliver guest requested items to appropriate locations as directed Satisfactorily perform routine cleaning in public areas, including vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dusting, glass cleaning and spot cleaning of carpet. Public areas include all areas of the hotel visible to the guest(s) including the lobby, front entrance area, 2nd & Mezzanine Floor lobby areas and hallways, etc. Report all lost and found items to Housekeeping Supervisor immediately Routinely clean ash urns as directed Routinely clean public bathrooms including guest bathrooms in public areas of the hotel (i.e. 2nd and 17th floor), employee locker rooms and employee restrooms. Routinely clean employee cafeteria Routinely clean fitness center Perform deep cleaning tasks as scheduled and assigned Promptly report any deficiencies and maintenance needs in work area Assist room attendants, as directed with completion of their work Maintain cleanliness and order of the chemical closet(s) and promptly report any deficiencies. Handle, store and label all hazardous substances according to state and federal regulations Vacuum/Shampoo carpet in public areas Responsible for floor care (vacuuming, buffing waxing, etc.) Maintain cleanliness of hotel elevators including cleaning tracks, buffing & polishing floors, cleaning mirrors, brass and wood, etc. Remove gum, wall spot; wipe glass, pictures, windows, etc. Maintain employee's areas including locker rooms and service hallways/stairwells, employee entrance so they are clean and in orderly condition Immediately report all suspicious occurrences and hazardous conditions Maintain cleanliness and safety of work areas at all times Practice safe work habits at all times, avoid injury to self and others, including the safe operation of all power-driven machinery Refresh a "pick-up" (stay over refresh, room change, transfer, etc.) room as required Thoroughly clean and restock guestrooms as assigned on pm shift. Complete all guestroom cleaning requirements when completing a guestroom assignment. Report all borrowed items (refrigerators, microwaves, hairdryers, etc.) to House person for safe return back to Housekeeping Supervisor/Manager.  Complete projects as assigned Follow all procedures as outlined by the Director of Housekeeping. Other duties as required
Education Requirements:
- High School Diploma and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred
- Able to follow simple verbal and written instructions
- Able to read and understand chemical labels
- Bilingual helpful but not required
- Knowledge of floor machine operation helpful
- Able to use High speed buffer, marble polisher, extractor and shampoo machine, vacuum, duster/rags, window cleaner, furniture polish, all purpose cleaner, cream cleanser, mop, hand vacuum, extension cord, etc.
- Long hours sometimes required.
Medium work:
- Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and /or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
- Bends stoops and reaches to perform routine job tasks
- Ability to work in heat Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly and have good verbal communication skills
- Must have high quality standards for production with guest service focus
- Must be organized and efficient
- Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately
- Must work well in stressful, high pressure situations
- Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying the concerns and issues raised by co-workers and guests
- Must be able to communicate consistently and clearly with and handle requests of internal and external guests
- Must be a good team player
- Must be able to work productively with little to no supervision
- Must be trustworthy and reliable
Benefits:
401K with company match, paid sick time, hotel discounts, free lunch served daily, and more!
To Apply:
Email to: abwilliams@graduateprovidence.com
Apply online at: http://highgate.com/careers