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Choice Hotels International, Inc.

Radisson Blu Housekeeping Supervisor

Choice Hotels International, Inc., Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Chicago IL - Radisson Blu Aqua ChicagoChoice Hotels International, Inc (NYSE:CHH) is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. A challenger in the upscale segment and a leader in midscale and extended stay, Choice has more than 7,400 hotels, representing over 625,000 rooms, in 45 countries and territories. A diverse portfolio of 22 brands that run the gamut from full-service upper upscale properties to midscale, extended stay and economy enables Choice to meet travelers' needs in more places and for more occasions while driving more value for franchise owners and shareholders. The award-winning Choice Privileges loyalty program and co-brand credit card options provide members with a fast and easy way to earn reward nights and personalized perks. For more information, visit.The ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity are key to our success in inspiring Loyalty, Growth, and the Hospitality Spirit.Our managed hotels portfolio includes Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson Red, Park Plaza, and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson.Position Summary

The role of Housekeeping Supervisor is to be to inspect and/or assist with cleaning all guest rooms, assist all department employees to ensure timely completion of work and maintain a positive work environment. This is an hourly position with a pay rate of $27.00 per hour.Ensure all operational and safety procedures are properly followedInspects and approves employees work performanceSupervises all guest complaints as it relates to the operationDemonstrate leadership and provides training for all housekeeping and laundry employeesCommunicates effectively and works as a team playerMeets goals and expectations as it relates to the overall department and hotel operationEstablish schedules, work assignments and supervises payroll related itemsSupervises all Radisson training requirements for the departmentDevelops and trains staff on all Radisson Operation StandardsCan work a flexible schedule and multi-task with housekeeping related tasksParticipates in the development and implementation of business strategies for the hotel which are aligned with Radisson’s overall mission, vision values and strategiesPerforms all shift checklist responsibilities & reporting requirementsBe familiar with hotel, departments, hours of operation and services of the hotelAnswer basic Housekeeping related questionsAssist team with training, supplies and support to consistently provide quality guest rooms and public areasComply with federal, state and local lawsProperly maintains hotel keys and electronic cards (key control)Completes maintenance work orders and will follow up accordinglySupervises lost and found items in accordance with proceduresInspects guestrooms to ensure proper cleanliness in accordance with hotel procedures and Housekeeping Room Attendant checklistsMaintains status reports for guest rooms and communicates effectivelyFollows all guest room procedures including protocols with ‘do not disturb’ roomsActively participates in housekeeping’s ‘deep clean’ or ‘preventive maintenance’ and Covid protocolsParticipates in all departmental and hotel meetingsParticipates in required training programs and supervises all housekeeping and laundry employees ensuring department completionRuns all Housekeeping ReportsReports any damage or hazards in the hotelReports suspicious activity in hallways or in the hotelAnswers the housekeeping phone and handles or supervises guest requestsConsistently walks the hotel for inspection purposes and reports accordinglyManages the day-to-day operations of the housekeeping, public space and laundry areas for assigned shifts. Ensures that the rooms and public space areas are spotless and continually restocked and straightenedParticipates in the development and implementation of processes, procedures and standards for departments which support achievement of service and financial goalsInspects rooms and public space areas continuallyDetermines appropriate staffing levels for forecasted business and schedules employees accordinglyFollow up providing employees with customer service, technical and safety training on an ongoing basisTracks the inventory, purchasing and disbursement for all linens, cleaning supplies, customer room and restroom supplies, laundry supplies, etc.Supervises the operation (and/or outsourced relationship) with the laundryMonitors assigned departments with compliance to safety standardsCoordinates room availability with the Front OfficeDevelops and implements strategies and practices which support employee engagementCommunicates performance expectations and provides employees with on-going feedbackProvides employees with coaching and counseling as needed to achieve performance objectives and reach their fullest potentialCreates 100% guest satisfaction by providing the Radisson experience through performance that demonstrates the standards of, genuine hospitality and exceeding guest expectations:Gives personal attention, takes personal responsibility and uses teamwork when providing guest service.Listens, apologizes with empathy, finds a solution and follows through when resolving guest problems.Provides Yes I Can! genuine hospitality and teamwork on an ongoing basis.Assumes the responsibility to notice when the guest is not satisfied and uses their best judgment as to when it is appropriate to use the 100% Guest Satisfaction.Performs other duties as required by management to provide 100% Guest Satisfaction and genuine hospitality to our Guests.Performs other duties as required by management to provide 100% Guest Satisfaction and genuine hospitality to all guestsRequirement/Skills

Minimum one year in a supervisory or management housekeeping position required

High school diploma or GED required

Able to collaborate effectively with other hotel employees and managers to ensure teamwork

Ability to communicate effectively

Strong organizational skills, critical thinking skills, problem solver

Able to work a variable schedule

Operating Systems experience with Opera

Physical Demands

May need to sit or stand for long periods of time

Proper lifting techniques required

Exertion up to 75 pounds of force occasionally and/or 50 pounds of forces frequently

Ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects

Ability to use various equipment such as vacuum cleaners and buffers

Ability to move throughout the hotel (standing, walking, kneeling, and bending) for extended periods of time.

Ability to make repeating movements of the arms, hands, and wrists.

Ability to express or exchange ideas verbally and perceive sound by ear.**Benefits****1st Day Benefits*** Discounted parking at $8 a day* Free daily meal* Discounted room rates with Choice Hotels* Percentage off restaurant dining at Firelake**1st of the month following 30 days of service:*** Full benefits package to our full-time employees, including health, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability, auto insurance, and so much more!* Employer paid Accident insurance and HSA contribution* 401(k) Retirement Plan* Employee Assistance Program**90 Days**:* Paid Vacation and Sick Time* 8 Paid Holidays* Paid Bereavement**1 Year:*** Paid Floating HolidaysOther Information

The hotel business functions seven days a week, 24 hours a day. All associates must realize this fact and be aware that at all times it may be necessary to move associates from their accustomed shift and alter assigned duties as business dictates. In addition, this is a hospitality business, and a hospitable service atmosphere must be maintained at all times

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