Executive Housekeeper

PURPOSE

Directs all housekeeping functions for guest areas, public ares and associated activities throughout the vessel. The housekeeping function is responsible for maintaining the staterooms, corridors, horticultural areas, ice stations and service lockers. In the absence of a Facility Manager onboard the vessel, the housekeeping function is expanded to include all indoor and outdoor public areas including the pool and whirlpool areas.

Job description and salary:

Contract length: 4 months “on” the ship / 2 months “off” with pay

Starting targeted midpoint monthly salary: $4,385.00 USD Vacation pay: At the end of your 4 month contract, you will receive 2 months pay

Annual bonus: Yes – up to 40% of the total annual salary

Uniforms: Provided by the company

HIRING REQUIREMENTS and responsibilities

Five to seven years housekeeping managerial experience in a 4 or 5 star hotel, or cruise line. Extensive knowledge of cleaning procedures with regard to public health standards. Extensive knowledge of proper cleaning techniques, requirements and use of equipment. Extensive knowledge of proper chemical handling.

Ability to work positively and cooperatively in a diverse team environment to meet overall established timeframes for the entire housekeeping operation. Ability to communicate tactfully with, department heads, coworkers and other shipboard employees to resolve problems and negotiate resolutions.

Demonstrated aptitude for the financial aspects of a housekeeping operation, including the successful identification of expense reduction through cost control. Demonstrated aptitude for the management of headcount within assigned ara, as it relates to and supports the business needs of the vessel.

Knowledge of principles and process for providing customer and personal service including needs assessment, problem resolution and achievement of quality service stands. Knowledge of policies and practices involved in human resources function. Ability to manage the international staff in a positive and productive manner by motivating, developing and managing employees as they work.

Working knowledge of computers, internet access, and the ability to navigate within a variety of software packages such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Experience of supervising a minimum of a group of 70 employees.

Ability to meet overall established time frames for the entire Housekeeping and Laundry operations.

Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, business administration or related field from an accredited college or university or the international equivalent preferred.

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