House Attendant

AVALON HOTEL BEVERLY HILLS
With its breezy mid-century vibes, discover a quintessential boutique hotel experience tucked away in the more residential heart of Beverly Hills - all centered around an iconic, cabana-lined boomerang-shaped pool. An architectural gem filled with unique details, its understated luxury runs deep, from its design-forward indoor and outdoor spaces for events and small gatherings to the Cali-fresh, chef-driven cuisine at poolside jewel box restaurant Viviane.
Job Summary:
As a House Attendant, you will support the housekeeping team by maintaining the cleanliness and orderliness of public spaces and back-of-house areas in the hotel. Your role is essential in ensuring that the hotel's common areas, guest corridors, and service areas are kept in pristine condition. You will assist in delivering a high standard of cleanliness and organization, contributing to the overall guest experience and operational efficiency of the hotel.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Public Area Cleaning & Maintenance:
  1. Clean and maintain public spaces such as hotel lobbies, hallways, elevators, restrooms, and stairwells.
  2. Sweep, mop, dust, and vacuum common areas to ensure they meet hotel cleanliness standards.
  3. Ensure that public restrooms are fully stocked with necessary supplies (e.g., toilet paper, soap, hand sanitizer) and clean throughout the day.
  4. Clean furniture, windows, and any other surfaces in public spaces to ensure a welcoming environment for guests.
• Back-of-House & Service Area Support:
  1. Assist with cleaning and organizing back-of-house areas, including staff rooms, storage areas, and laundry rooms.
  2. Ensure that service areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and efficient manner.
  3. Collect and transport dirty linens and towels to the laundry room and deliver clean linens back to appropriate storage areas.
  4. Maintain cleanliness in the hotel's supply closets and assist with the organization of cleaning materials and equipment.
• Guest Assistance & Support:
  1. Provide assistance to other housekeeping team members as needed, including Room Attendants, Housekeeping Supervisors, and other staff.
  2. Respond to requests from guests or other departments promptly, such as delivering additional amenities or assisting with special requests.
  3. Assist with the transportation of guest luggage or items to and from rooms or designated areas when necessary.
• Inventory & Supplies Management:
  1. Ensure that housekeeping carts and storage areas are stocked with necessary cleaning supplies, linens, and amenities.
  2. Notify the housekeeping supervisor when supplies or equipment need to be replenished.
  3. Assist with organizing and rotating stock in supply closets to maintain an orderly inventory.
• Safety & Cleanliness Standards:
  1. Follow hotel health, safety, and sanitation procedures to ensure a clean and safe environment for both guests and staff.
  2. Use cleaning chemicals and equipment safely, ensuring adherence to proper safety standards and guidelines.
  3. Identify and report any safety hazards or maintenance issues to the appropriate department for resolution.
• General Support for Housekeeping Operations:
  1. Assist with cleaning guest rooms as needed, including restocking towels, amenities, or assisting with deep cleaning projects.
  2. Provide support during busy periods or special events by helping to ensure that public and service areas are clean and presentable at all times.
  3. Perform special cleaning tasks or projects as assigned by the housekeeping supervisor or manager.

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in housekeeping, cleaning, or maintenance in a hotel or similar environment is beneficial but not required.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and use of cleaning equipment is a plus.

Skills/Specialized Knowledge

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to ensure cleanliness and organization in public and service areas.
• Ability to work efficiently and independently, managing time effectively to complete cleaning tasks within designated timeframes.
• Good communication skills to interact with guests and other team members.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and hotel procedures for cleaning and handling cleaning chemicals.
• Ability to assist with a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks as needed.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds (e.g., linens, cleaning equipment).
• Frequent use of hands, fingers, and wrists for handling cleaning tools and operating equipment.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment with exposure to cleaning chemicals and equipment.

Company Overview
Proper Hospitality is a diverse team of passionate individuals who share a common love for hotels and the art of hospitality. Our philosophy is simple: there is a right way to do things, and anything less just isn't proper. We are seeking the best of the best-both within and outside the industry-to join us in building a new kind of lifestyle hospitality company, inspired by a centuries-old tradition. Our work is challenging and fast-paced, but above all, it is rewarding.
To achieve our vision-to inspire and transport people -we seek like-minded candidates who embody our ethos, The Pillars of Proper :

• Care Proper : We are natural and gracious hosts to all.
• Achieve Proper : We are committed to excellence.
• Imagine Proper : We are resourceful.
• Present Proper : We have an appreciation for style and culture.

Proper Hospitality is an equal-opportunity employer. We provide employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other federally or state-protected category.
We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with local Fair Chance Hiring Ordinances.