Housekeeping Attendant

AT INDIGO ROAD...

Our goal is to be the best job you'll ever have in the hospitality industry. No joke, it’s what we truly aim for. We believe that by taking care of you, you'll best take care of our guests. It's working. In addition to generous benefits and job openings across 30+ locations, we have internal growth opportunities for everyone who wants it. But most of all, we have heart. Founded in 2009 by Steve Palmer, IRHG sets itself apart in the industry by fostering an environment where our people come first. We want to meet you. Come join us in our mission to change the hospitality industry, forever.

WHY THE GEORGE...

The George is a 56-room upscale, boutique hotel located at 615 Front Street Georgetown, SC (corner of Front & Queen Streets) that began development in February 2022 and opened March 2024. The property will offer visitors and locals an unparalleled waterfront dining and lodging experience at an unsurpassed location within the charming historic, colonial seaport town of Georgetown, South Carolina. In addition to fifty-six rooms and suites, the property will offer a full-service restaurant and bar on the Front Street side of the property, and will feature waterfront event space, a waterfront bar and activity lawn for lounging, games, and events. The George will have direct marina access affording boaters and opportunity to enjoy the hotels’ amenities and guests an opportunity to access charter vessels for fishing, eco-excursions, and sailing in the Winyah Bay and surrounding areas.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the job include, but are not limited to:

• Clean and service guest rooms, public areas and acts as Houseperson.
• Completes all tasks as assigned for the day to the standards of Skyline Lodge and our guests.
• Cover Room Attendant, Houseperson and Public Area assignments as assigned; cleaning public bathrooms, stocking carts, cleaning glassware, stripping rooms, and overall cleanliness of Lodge.
• Visually inspect room for cleanliness and appearance and signify completion for room.
• Keep housekeeping cart orderly and stocked throughout the day, maintaining a clean work environment.
• Ensure housekeeping areas, public areas and cart are restocked for the next shift.
• Respond quickly and efficiently to all guest requests; Practice chemical safety rules and follows procedures for needles and other hazardous materials.
• Report all suspicious persons, activities or hazardous conditions to the manager.
• Follow Lost and Found protocols.
• Maintain high standards of guest relations when in contact with the guest.
• Perform or assist with cleaning duties and proactively assists others when own tasks are completed.

OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions.

• Strive to maintain personal, staff and guest safety.
• Participates in activities and meetings.
• Completes all assigned tasks for the day, assists others when completed.
• Ability to cross train with the Front Office to assist with necessary tasks.
• Hours Required: Thirty to Forty hours over a five-day period; flexible; days and times may vary based on needs of Hotel. Hours based on business volume and needs, most weekends required. Coverage includes possible overnights.
• All other duties as assigned.

Abilities

• Prior cleaning experience is preferred.
• Good communication and multitasking skills.
• Ability to assist in all housekeeping roles.
• Ability to remain calm in various situations, use sound judgement and effectively solve problems.

Education/Formal Training

High school diploma (or GED). Additional education, training, or certification preferred.

Experience

One year of employment in similar position or equivalent.

Material/Equipment Used

Housekeeping & Laundry Equipment, Basic Tools used for Maintenance

Physical Environment

Inside 80% of the time.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work an average of 35 hours a week
• Ability to stand and walk 90% of the time
• Occasional stooping, kneeling or crawling
• Occasional pushing, pulling, lifting or carrying up to 40 lbs
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs, ramps
• Constant receiving detailed information through oral and written communication
• Constant talking, expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word in English