Housekeeping Manager – Full Time

Innvest Hotels - Gravenhurst Ontario

Full job description

THE OPPORTUNITY:

HOUSEKEEPING MANAGER

REPORTS TO GENERAL MANAGER

THE COMPANY:

Passion Drives Performance. InnVest succeeds because our people love what we do. Our entire team shares a deep-rooted passion for the world of hospitality & travel that extends far beyond the walls of our offices and locations.

Our company culture is built on collaboration. A nimble team where everyone has a voice at the table and an opportunity to pursue their passions. Our skillsets are as diverse as our portfolio, but we all have a singular focus: a belief that partnerships deliver the best results, an entrepreneurial approach to decision making, respect for others, a strong sense of integrity and a curiosity to challenge the status quo.

With over 100 hotels in our portfolio, representing 18 internationally recognized hotel brands, InnVest is the largest independent owner of hotels in Canada. In addition, our management team oversees the day-to-day activities of almost 80 hotels also making InnVest the largest independent operator of hotels in Canada. InnVest’s portfolio is geographically diverse with hotels from Vancouver, BC to Corner Brook, NL but also experientially diverse from roadside inns to luxury urban properties.

At InnVest, our mission is simple – to deliver outstanding guest experiences and superior returns on quality hospitality investment. A career at InnVest will provide you with unrivalled opportunities and invaluable exposure to Canada’s largest independently owned and operated hotel portfolio.

THE OPPORTUNITY: New Build Hotel

BE A PART OF THE SUCCESS – Join the Opening Team at Fairfield Inn and Suites Gravenhurst

Experience our new hotel in the in the Muskoka Region, offering business, group and family-friendly accommodations. Located near Muskoka Wharf, enjoy effortless access to shops and restaurants. Opening Fall of 2024, the complex features 110 guestrooms and suites, intimate meeting/event space, and a range of amenities including complimentary full hot and cold buffet breakfast, indoor pool, business centre, market, ample parking and outdoor patio.

Join us at Fairfield Inn and Suites Gravenhurst and be part of creating memorable experiences in the heart of Muskoka.

THE ROLE:

BECOME A PART OF A NEW DYNAMIC TEAM, The Housekeeping Manager is responsible to assist in managing the housekeeping operations, this includes rooms, public areas and back of the house areas to achieve and maintain the hotel’s high standard of cleanliness.

ACTIVITIES:

The duties and responsibilities for the Housekeeping Manager include, but are not limited to the following:

• Creates 100% guest satisfaction by providing genuine hospitality and by exceeding guest expectations.
• Ensures cleanliness, maintenance and presentation standards are managed to brand standards in all Housekeeping areas, including all guestrooms, public areas, offices, laundry, lockers and storage areas in both the front and back of house.
• Assists in the hiring, training and career development of all housekeeping employees; assists with performance evaluations and communicating performance standards to employees.
• · Inspects the level of cleanliness in guest rooms, storage areas, laundry areas, restrooms and public areas ensuring feedback is delivered in constructive and appropriate manner with emphasis on positive reinforcement.
• Assists in scheduling staff according to standards and forecasted occupancy; assigns daily work tasks to employees.
• Assists in the ordering and receiving of linen and cleaning supplies to maintain appropriate inventory levels necessary for efficient operation of the department; assists with monthly linen and supply inventory.
• Ensures the completion of the Housekeeper’s Report and communicates clean and available rooms to the Guest Services Department.
• Documents and communicates maintenance requests to the Maintenance Department to ensure hotel service quality standards are met.
• Responds quickly to guest requests in a friendly manner. Follows up to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Follows company policies and procedures and is able to effectively communicate them to subordinates.
• Conducts training regarding safety, security, department procedures and service guidelines.
• Ensures hotel is in compliance with all federal, provincial and local laws, including Health and Safety, ESA and Human Rights.
• Other duties as assigned by Management

COMPETENCIES WE ARE SEEKING:

• Previous experience as a Housekeeping Supervisor
• Proficiency with computers
• A team member with a positive attitude and a proven track record in results.
• Superior time management, organizational, problem resolution, and communication skills
• Strong leadership, supervisory and decision-making skills
• Strong commitment to quality & guest service

InnVest Hotels is an inclusive employer. As such, we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We appreciate all applications, however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Housekeeping supervisory: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Location:

• Gravenhurst, ON P1P 0H3 (required)

Work Location: In person - Applicant may submit resume at the Hotel Office, from Monday - Friday, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, located at 112 Fountain St., Gravenhurst, Ontario.