Housekeeper Job Description
The job of a Housekeeper involves performing basic upkeep to a house or office, such as cleaning, cooking, laundry and keeping the surroundings organized and sanitary. He/she also maintains cleaning equipments and supplies, iron clothes, cleans windows and performs other tasks in compliance with the Occupational Safety & Health Administration regulations. The housekeeper may also grocery shop or serve as the family’s nanny.
Education/Experience Requirements for the job of a Housekeeper: A successful candidate must possess a high school diploma or a vocational course in any field. No formal education is usually required in this field, but housekeepers must have knowledge of sanitation products and use of cleaning equipments.
Skills of a Housekeeper include but are not limited to: Cleaning and organizing skills, leadership and supervisory skills, sound judgment skills, as well as child care skills. He/she must also be detail-oriented, self-motivated and must be able to lift and move heavy items; kneel, crawl, crouch to clean under furniture; and knowledge of sanitation products.
Specific work elements of the job as a Housekeeper include but are not limited to: Examining rooms to check for possible repairs or replacement of equipments and furniture; keeping hotel rooms, hospital rooms and other rooms in various similar establishments attractive and clean; training personnel on equipment maintenance, housekeeping techniques and other skills needed to complete the job; and making recommendations on customer service or housekeeping improvements. Some housekeepers may also supervise and train other personnel, prepare reports and records data, such as room occupancy and department expenses.
