Assistant Director of Housekeeping

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.         

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Sophisticated urban retreat on the waterfront. Our modern, urban retreat, positioned at the edge of Baltimore’s Harbor East, offers a host of luxurious amenities such as a five-star Spa to a rooftop pool, setting the scene for fabulous vacations with kids, romantic getaways and business stays. Miles of walkable waterfront, top restaurants and city landmarks are all within easy reach.

The role of the Assistant Director of Housekeeping

• Manages the staff of the Housekeeping Department.  Interviews, trains and schedules the staff.  Conducts Performance Evaluations and disciplines staff when needed.  Ensures communications and follow-up on any problems, guest requests or special requirements.
• Establishes detailed cleaning and preventive maintenance programs to ensure appearance and life of all furniture, fixtures and equipment.  Sets and maintains high standards of cleanliness. Assigns staff to complete the needed activities for the day.  Monitors staff’s activities to assure that standards are being met, staff is being supported and guest needs are being met. Inspects all areas of responsibility daily. Works directly with outside contracted companies to assure quality and timeliness of work.
• Resolves Guest complaints, handling all guest interactions with the highest level of hospitality and professionalism, accommodating special requests whenever possible.  Responds to all guest requests in an accurate and timely manner.
• Assures the financial goals of the department are being met. Monitors and controls labor expense and other divisional expenses such as Uniforms, Linen, Guest Supplies, Cleaning Supplies and Contract Services.  Establishes and maintains accurate inventory records. Participates in periodic Linen, Uniform and Supplies Inventories.  Recommends appropriate actions passed on results of inventory.  Assures that equipment is properly maintained.  Prepares annual budget for labor and operating expense. Proposes items to be included in annual Capital Plan.
• Assures effective operation of the Laundry/Valet Department.  Assists the department when needed.
• Takes action in all matters related to the safety, security, satisfaction and well being of hotel guests and employees. Responds swiftly and effectively in any hotel emergency or safety situation.
• Complies with Four Seasons’ Category One and Category Two Work Rules and Standards of Conduct as set forth in EmPact.
• Works harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors.

What to Expect from your Employee Experience

• Annual Salary Range: $72,000 – $77,000
• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• Complimentary life insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Paid time off and holiday
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Exciting training and development opportunities
• Complimentary employee meals
• Complimentary room nights at Four Seasons hotels around the world
• Discounted employee parking
• And Much More!
• https://careers.fourseasons.com/us/en/job/REQ10342224/Assistant-Director-of-Housekeeping