Job Description

About Orient Express

Artisan of travel since 1883, Orient Express sublimates the art of travel with its luxury trains, hotels, and sailing yachts. The brand has just launched its first hotel, Orient Express La Minerva, in Rome – which will be followed by Orient Express Venezia at Palazzo Donà Giovannelli in 2026. The experience continues with the recent launch of La Dolce Vita Orient Express train, followed by Orient Express Corinthian in 2026, the first of two Orient Express Sailing Yachts, and finally, the return of L’Orient Express train to railways. Since 2022, Orient Express is part of Accor Group’s leading collection of luxury brands with a century-old legacy in the hotels and fine- dining sectors. In 2024, Accor and LVMH entered into a strategic partnership to accelerate the development of Orient Express. Follow the journey at @orientexpress on Instagram or visit the website at www.orient-express.com.

About Orient Express La Minerva

Considered as the beloved capital of the Orient Express legend, Rome is the first Orient Express hotel, La Minerva, in 2025. Orient Express has entrusted the interior architecture and artistic direction of the hotel Hugo Toro. The former Palazzo Fonseca is a sumptuous 17th-century palace with a huge, majestic façade. A place of memory still adorned with its Roman columns, sculptures by Rinaldo Rinaldi, a disciple of Canova, and the fascinating goddess Minerva. At the end of 2024, a new décor and interior inspired by the Roman domus and the riches of the "Eternal City" will be revealed with a new touch of contemporary elegance.

Our Room attendants are responsible for cleaning and servicing Guests’ rooms in order to provide a truly pleasant and comfortable experience. They ensure that all suites and rooms are inviting and perfectly clean and also address all Guests’ queries politely and knowledgeably.

Our Room attendants synergically collaborate with the Public spaces attendants, HSK porters and Laundry team, the Butlers, the Front Office and the Maintenance staff under the supervision of the HSK Director, Assistant HSK Director and Floor Supervisors.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean assigned Guests’ suites and rooms according to standards established by the Hotel: making the bed, dusting the room and furniture, replenishing guest room and bath amenities and supplies, cleaning the floors, windows and bathrooms and vacuuming the carpets,
• Restock beverages and food items in the mini-bar,
• Whilst cleaning the room, verify that all is in proper condition and order of functioning and report to the Floor Supervisor any items that need repair.
• Clean corridors and floor public areas around guest rooms assigned. Also, maintain the cleanliness of HSK offices, wardrobes, equipment and pantries.
• Keep informed of Hotel products and services knowledge to answer Guests’ questions.
• Answer all Guests’ questions/requests in a friendly and caring manner, take appropriate actions or if needed, refer the matters to the Floor supervisors to handle.
• Support Guests when requested (i.e. following the Lost&Found procedure).
• Verify the physical status of the linens, towels and equipments and update the Floor supervisor of any discrepancies found by reporting timely any technical issues and maintenance needs.
• Write down on their assignment sheets relevant information for record purposes and possible future inquiries. At the end of the shift, report special attention to Guests, unusual situations, and incidents that need follow-up, to ensure consistency and guest satisfaction.
• Clean corridors and floor public areas around guest rooms assigned. Also, maintain the cleanliness of equipment and pantries
• Carry out HSK porters’ services when required (e.g., delivery of linen, processing laundry orders).
• Additional responsibilities and tasks can be added at any time according to the needs of the business and the Hotel.
• Follow Hotel security guidelines and comply with Hotel’s health&safety and hygiene policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Previous luxury hotel-related experience as Room attendant or Public spaces server is preferred.
• Knowledge of Hotel procedures and code of conduct,

• Ability to anticipate and focus attention on Guests’ needs, being professional and welcoming,
• Constant attention to personnel grooming and hygiene standards,
• Fully understands the difference in guest levels (VIPs) and Rooms and Suites’ Categories,
• Ability to work well under pressure,
• Familiarity with cleaning equipment and supplies as well as proper cleaning techniques, equipment and chemical usage,

• Good organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively,
• Constant attention to details and strong commitment to maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards,
• Flexibility to work different shifts, including weekends and holidays, as required,
• Physical stamina and ability to perform repetitive tasks, including lifting and carrying heavy objects, standing, bending, and kneeling for extended periods,
• Good communication skills to interact with Guests, HODs, colleagues and supervisors always in a professional and courteous manner,
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment,
• Basic knowledge of health and safety regulations related to housekeeping operations,
• Ability to communicate, understand and follow instructions in Italian and English,
• Legal right to work in Italy.