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Who Are We? 

RAM Hotels - a dynamic, thriving, innovative hotel management company headquartered in Columbus, Georgia.  Over the last few years, we have quietly and steadfastly taken our place as a leader in the hospitality industry of corporate America; while serving some of the most well-known midscale hotel brands in key markets throughout the Alabama and Georgia region.  We strive to meet our guests demands while continuously changing the perception of the hospitality industry.  When you join RAM Hotels, you do more than simply switch companies to advance your career, you become part of the RAM Hotels family! 

POSITION:  Executive Housekeeper  

JOB SUMMARY - This is an hourly role

Are you friendly and enjoy "rolling out the red carpet" to guests?  Do you enjoy creating stellar guest experiences?  Are you a team player that is energetic, friendly, and professional? Not afrad to get your hands dirty and lead by example??  Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with the ability to deliver excellent customer service?  The Executive Housekeeper oversees the cleanliness of our hotel establishment while responding to our guest needs; ensure safety and security of hotel rooms; and maintain inventory and control costs.  The Executive Housekeeper participates in the selection process and provides training to the Housekeeping Department to promote "top-notch" experiences for our guests.  The Executive Housekeeper is the perfect example of exemplary performance for team members to follow.   

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for preparing a monthly forecast for the Housekeeping Department with other departments to ensure no disruption to our guests; plan work schedules and room assignments for team members; participate in the recruiting and selection process of newly hired team members; responsible for performance planning and evaluation of newly hired team members; monitors team members performance to provide performance appraisals; maintain personnel records to ensure accuracy
• Responsible for supervision and essential training of the newly hired team members in all aspects of housekeeping including guest services; ensure team members are familiar with duties and responsibilities, as well as the overall expectation of the Housekeeping Department; ensure team members are familiar with company policies; responsible for conducting guest satisfaction inspections of public areas, guest rooms, corridors, restrooms, as well as laundry personnel to ensure proper functioning
• Assist with preparation of annual budget for the Housekeeping Department and manage expenses and budget; responsible for cleaning supply orders, linen par stockings, and chemicals; maintain inventory of supplies and ensure team members follow inventory/cost control procedures; implement and understand the hotel's key control system
• Responsible for tracking lost and found goods and ensure team members are aware of the procedure; processing guest complaints, taking proper care/maintenance of equipment; conduct meetings with team members as needed; ensure uniforms of team members are presentable and meets the company expectations
• Reinforce and maintain high standards of safety and cleanliness to ensure guest expectation is achieved; assist with emergency and security procedures if and when needed; promote good safety practices within the hotel establishment of team members and guest; understanding of applicable laws which apply to housekeeping supplies an chemicals; monitor preventive maintenance program to protect physical assets of the hotel establishment
• Perform other tasks as necessary or required to meet or exceed guest satisfaction

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

         High-school graduate or equivalent and a minimum of one year of executive hospitality experience (preferred)

         Excellent customer service skills

         Bilingual communication skills (preferred)

         Computer knowledge and/or experience (preferred)

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

         Previous experience in the hospitality industry (preferred)

         Previous experience as an Executive Housekeeper (preferred)

REQUIRED SKILLS

         Ability to follow directions and delegate in a fast-paced environment

         Additional training (as required)

         Must be flexible to work varied schedules

         Excellent written and oral communication skills

         Ability to listen attentively

         Must have the physical ability to walk, bend, and stand for long time periods

         Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.

         Must adhere to grooming and appearance standards in alignment with uniform

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Ability to express compassion while remaining composed; ability to remain calm and focused while working under pressure
• Promote the property by demonstrating a "top-notch" attitude toward our guests which includes anticipating the guests needs - be proactive
• Ensure that you are always a positive representation of the property; embrace and respect diversity and multi-cultural environments