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Assistant Housekeeping Manager
Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas
Dubai, UAE
Full-time
Manager
Onsite
Discovered 1 weeks ago
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Key Responsibilities
- Assist in overseeing the cleanliness and presentation of guest rooms, public areas and back-of-house areas in line with NH Collection standards.
- Plan daily work assignments and coordinate staffing to meet occupancy levels and operational requirements.
- Inspect guest rooms and assigned areas, ensuring cleaning standards are met and corrective actions are completed promptly.
- Coordinate with Front Office to prioritize room readiness, arrivals, departures and special guest requirements.
- Work closely with Engineering to report maintenance defects and follow up on repairs.
- Handle housekeeping-related guest requests and concerns professionally, ensuring timely resolution and follow-up.
- Supervise, coach and develop Housekeeping Supervisors, Room Attendants, Housemen and other team members.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, training and performance reviews, promoting accountability and teamwork.
- Assist with duty rosters, attendance records and leave planning to maintain appropriate staffing levels.
- Monitor linen, uniforms, amenities, cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring proper stock control and storage.
- Support inventory counts, purchasing requests and departmental budget control while maintaining service quality.
- Oversee deep-cleaning schedules, preventive care and the safe use of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
- Ensure compliance with hotel procedures for health and safety, hygiene, Lost and Found, key control and guest privacy.
- Promote sustainability through responsible use of water, energy, chemicals and supplies.
- Maintain accurate inspection records, operational reports and shift handovers.
- Support departmental briefings and assume responsibility for housekeeping operations in the Executive Housekeeper’s absence.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as an Assistant Housekeeping Manager or Housekeeping Supervisor in an upscale or luxury hotel.
- Strong knowledge of housekeeping operations, room inspections, linen management and cleaning standards.
- Proven ability to lead, train and motivate a multicultural team.
- Strong organizational, planning and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to guest satisfaction.
- Good English communication skills, both written and spoken.
- Familiarity with hotel property management systems and Microsoft Office.
- A diploma or qualification in hospitality management is an advantage.
- Flexibility to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.
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About Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas
Hotels & Resorts45127 employeesFounded 1978
International hotel owner, operator, and investor.
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