Job Description
Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel Position Description
POSITION TITLE: Dual Rate Housekeeping Clerk
DIVISION: Hotel
DEPARTMENT: Hotel Housekeeping
GRADE/FLSA STATUS: H9/ H15 - Non-Exempt
BADGE TYPE/COLOR: Key - Blue
REPORTS TO: Executive Housekeeper; Shift Supervisor, Housekeeping
SUPERVISES: Housekeeping Clerk, Housekeeping Quality Assurance, Room Attendant, Houseperson, Laundry Attendant, Housekeeping Materials Handler
JOB SUMMARY:
The clerk plays a crucial role in keeping things running smoothly by overseeing communications in the Hotel Housekeeping office and helping out with a variety of essential housekeeping tasks each day. When acting as a Supervisor, you will supervise, direct, assist, and monitor the job performance of all Hotel Housekeeping Team Members, ensuring the completion of housekeeping tasks at a level that upholds our esteemed reputation.
JOB ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – HOUSEKEEPING CLERK:
- Answer incoming calls from both guests and internal departments with a warm, friendly greeting
- Utilize, maintain, and monitor the daily status of Hotel Housekeeping systems to ensure all activities are completed within standards set by Hotel Housekeeping Management
- Work with the supervisory team to create and maintain daily reports for distribution to Hotel Management
- Assist with the delivery of guest requests when needed
- Perform the duties of the Room Attendant, Houseperson, Laundry Attendant, and Housekeeping Quality Assurance as needed
- Maintain a clean office environment
- Maintain all radio and device logs and inventory for the department, reporting discrepancies to leadership when discovered
- Endorse the business objectives, ethics, and values of Caesars Entertainment in accordance with the Code of Commitment and Mission, Vision, and Values
JOB ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – SHIFT SUPERVISOR:
- Ensure the turnover of all vacant and clean rooms in a timely manner; verify stayovers, report early check-outs, communicate issues and discrepancies; and ensure maximum guest satisfaction with the front office
- Supervise, direct, assist, and monitor the performance of all Hotel Housekeeping Team Members to ensure the completion of housekeeping tasks and perform all duties of all Hotel Housekeeping Team Members as required
- Serve as a leader for Team Members while fostering teamwork, Team Member morale, motivation, and open communication
- Ensure all Hotel Housekeeping Team Members are well trained with an emphasis on detail to provide service levels consistent with the accepted concept for the hotel
- Follow inventory and purchasing procedures to achieve budgeted expenses
- Maintain key control within the department
- Accountable for the follow-up with department walk-throughs, special cleaning projects, and maintaining of department cleanliness and training standards
- Follow and ensure security and safety guidelines are in place
- Maintain and monitor lost and found system
- Follow up and reconcile all guest concerns or complaints relating to their stay
- Complete room inspections daily
- Provide direction and support for all Team Members to achieve department goals and objectives
- Coach and develop Team Members using a consistent, approachable demeanor while clearly articulating expectations
- Responsible for or actively participates in the initiation of personnel actions, including but not limited to interviews, training, candidate selection, terminations, performance reviews, promotions, transfers, and disciplinary actions
- Proactive with incidents and issues, ensuring resolution with Team Members and guests
- Other duties as required to deliver excellent service
- Adhere to regulatory, departmental, and company policies/procedures in an ethical manner
- Establish and endorse the business objectives, ethics, and values of Caesars Entertainment in accordance with the Code of Commitment and Mission, Vision, and Values
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A high school diploma or GED is required
- Two years of housekeeping experience is required
- One year of supervisory experience is preferred
- Must demonstrate the following essential knowledge and skills:
- Must have strong interpersonal, organizational, supervisory, and guest service skills and excellent oral and written communication skills
- Experience working with Biohazards and knowledge in dealing with Blood-borne Pathogens
- Proficient in the use of Windows-based office software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and must be able to operate a handheld smart device
- Self-starter: must work without close supervision and have the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Neat, professional appearance with excellent personal hygiene
- *Knowledge of hotel and housekeeping computer systems and programs
- *Knowledge of Harrah's employment policies, BBP Training and Risk Management
*Not required at time of hire; may be learned in the probationary period agreed upon at the time of hire
PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
- Must be able to stoop, bend, reach, kneel, twist, grip items, work in small, shared office spaces, and walk and stand for long periods
- Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues and read, write, speak, and understand English
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and carry 5 pounds
- Must be able to work with various chemicals
- Must be able to work around dogs/pets
- Must be able to tolerate areas containing varying noise and temperature levels, illumination, vibration, crowds, and air quality, including second-hand smoke
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino& Hotel reserves the right to change the above job description whenever necessary. 10.24.24