What does a housekeeping supervisor do?

A housekeeping supervisor oversees housekeeping staff and ensures all rooms and facilities are clean and meet the quality standards of their employer. Your primary responsibilities in this career are to inspect rooms, report damages, prepare records, listen to complaints from customers, and maintain an inventory of supplies. You also supervise the housekeepers to ensure the safe use of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and supplies. You participate in heavy cleaning tasks, and you may complete routine duties as needed. You also hire new employees and assist with their training. As a housekeeping supervisor, you handle all housekeeping emergencies.