Executive Housekeeper
On-siteCorfu, Ionian Islands, Greece
Job Summary
Recruit, hire, train, and supervise housekeeping staff including room attendants, supervisors, and laundry personnel while developing service quality and recommending improvements. Manage daily operations by checking room occupancy forecasts, planning cleaning schedules, and ensuring efficient coverage from pre-check-in to check-out. Enforce high cleanliness standards through regular inspections of guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house zones, while resolving guest complaints and maintaining accurate records for lost items and claims. Monitor inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, control expenses within the housekeeping budget, and implement sustainable, eco-friendly cleaning practices. Lead a multi-cultural team in a fast-growing organization dedicated to reimagining resort living for modern travelers.
Required Qualifications
- Substantial prior experience in housekeeping or cleaning management is essential, typically at least 3-5 years
- Extensive background in the hospitality industry, in 5* hotels
- The ability to lead and manage a team of housekeeping staff, set expectations, and provide guidance and supervision
- Having the ability to communicate effectively across a multi-national and multi-cultural environment
- Effective organization is necessary for developing cleaning protocols, schedules, and procedures, as well as managing inventory and budgets
- The ability to maintain high cleanliness and hygiene standards, ensuring that all areas of the facility are clean and well-maintained
- Clear communication is essential for instructing and supervising housekeeping staff, as well as interacting with other departments and guests
- Knowledge of local laws and regulations
- Knowledge and commitment to implementing sustainable and eco-friendly cleaning practices, promoting waste reduction, and environmentally responsible housekeeping
- Familiarity with cleaning equipment, products, and housekeeping management systems
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel mandatory)
Desired Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, or a related field is often preferred
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