Director of Housekeeping
Hyatt Union Square New York
New York, NY
Hyatt Union Square New York
134 Fourth Avenue
New York, NY 10003
Telephone (212) 253-1234
Compensation: $90,000 to $95,000 per year
Opportunity: Director of Housekeeping
Effectively lead and control housekeeping operations and staff, ensuring hotel rooms and public spaces are clean and well maintained in accordance with brand and/or HHM operations and financial standards. Create a work environment whereby housekeeping staff feels genuinely valued and appreciated for their efforts that are critical to creating an overall positive experience for the guests.
Potential Career Path
Area Director of Housekeeping – Assistant General Manager – General Manager
Essential Job Functions
- Interview, select, train, schedule, coach, and support associates, ensuring they perform in accordance with established brand or hotel standards and consistent with HHM core values.
- Maintain an effective inspection program for hotel rooms, public and other assigned areas.
- Oversee or prepare schedules consistent with hotel occupancy and updated forecasts and/or notify third party vendor of weekly staffing needs.
- Observe and monitor staff performance to meet established productivity and cleanliness standards.
- Monitor inventory and submit periodic inventory orders to ensure supplies are purchased in a timely manner.
- Monitor and creatively communicate guest service scores to drive improvement and higher guest satisfaction.
- Conduct daily pre-shift meetings to effectively communicate to and celebrate with the housekeeping staff.
- Comply with HHM internal audit standards pertaining to key control and risk management areas (I.E. lost and found, key control, and guest room safety).
- Maintain positive working relationships with vendors and third-party contract labor.
- Maintain departmental expenses in line with budget and forecasts.
- Ensure compliance with brand standards, if applicable.
- Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
- Practice safe work habits; follow MSDS and OSHA standards; wear protective safety equipment and participate in safety committees as directed.
- Perform other duties as requested by management.
Position Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Two years previous housekeeping supervisor experience required.
Work Environment and Context
- Work schedule varies and may include working on holidays and weekends or occasional alternate shifts.
- Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 25 pounds, bending and reaching, stooping, kneeling or crouching.
HHM Benefits and Perks
- Medical, Dental and Vision Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401k Company Match
- Free Basic Life Insurance
- Travel Discounts
- Employee Assistance and Wellness Program
- Educational/Professional Development
- Referral Bonus Program
What We Believe
People Are Our Capability – Hearts That Serve – Only Excellence – Stay Nimble - Own It
Hyatt Union Square New York
Hotel with 178 Rooms
Our Hotel
Located close to 14th Street in the heart of New York City, our AAA Four Diamond, Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star hotel is an upscale urban space that combines contemporary design with natural elements. The hotel's exterior is adorned with a historic façade, the lobby features 25-foot ceilings, and guest rooms and suites are comfortable yet chic. Our luxury boutique NYC hotel near Union Square will exceed all expectations. We invite travelers to stay, explore and have an adventure in our exciting city.