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Housekeeping Manager
The Westin Tysons Corner seeks an experienced Rooms professional for the position of Housekeeping Manager. Located just off the Capital Beltway, minutes from Washington D.C., The Westin Tysons Corner features 405 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites and approximately 10,000 square feet of deluxe meeting space. |
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Who Will this Job Appeal To? |
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- Someone who appreciates a well maintained property.
- People who appreciate having good laundry equipment.
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Scope of this Position |
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- Position will be responsible for supervising/managing/overseeing the following departments: Housekeeping, Laundry
- In preparing for this position, candidate ideally will have worked in at least the following departments or positions: Housekeeping
- Requires a minimum of 2 year(s) of supervisory experience.
- Requires a minimum of 2 year(s) of experience.
- Approximate full time staff under this position: 50
- This position reports to: Director of Housekeeping
- Must have experience at properties of similar size and quality.
- Position will be required to work a varied schedule that may include evenings, nights, and week-ends.
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Job Requirements |
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- Must be a citizen of this country or possess a valid work permit.
Technical Requirements:
- Solid understanding of housekeeping and laundry supplies and pars.
- Teach employees importance of, and how to greet guests and courteously solve guest requests.
- See that inspection program is consistently maintained.
- Assure all safety and security policies and procedures are followed.
- Work closely with all other Departments.
- Inspect some rooms daily.
- Ensure OSHA and ADA policies are adhered to.
- Experience with turndown service, special needs of VIP Guests, foreign dignitaries, etc. helpful.
Managerial Requirements:
- Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills.
- Maintain a good working relationship with guests, groups, and personnel from other departments.
- Demonstrate team building experience.
- Demonstrate ability to lead by example.
- Build morale and spirit.
- Participative management style.
- Use a "hands-on" approach to management.
- Experience communicating, training, and managing multi-lingual staffs.
- Instill a guest service attitude in all employees.
- Experience training and developing employees with limited education/experience.
- Instill a "can-do" attitude in employees.
- Coach employees how to resolve and de-escalate conflicts.
- Instill a calm, organized approach in all situations.
Business Skills:
- Work with limited support.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Good knowledge of computers.
- Strong customer service orientation and skills.
- Excellent listening skills.
- Exceptional detail in follow-up.
- Follow/enforce company policies and procedures.
- Resolve problems.
- Assume responsibility/accountability.
- Create courteous, friendly, professional work environment.
- Provide overall direction, coordination, and ongoing evaluation of operations.
- Creative problem solving skills.
- Ability to quickly evaluate alternatives and decide on a plan of action.
- Think creatively.
Educational Requirements:
- High School degree or equivalent.
- AA/AS Two year degree.
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Compensation |
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Benefits |
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| Paid Vacation | 10 days after 1st year
| | Paid Time Off | 6 days per year |
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dry Cleaning/Laundry
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- Free Parking
- Meals
- An Equal Opportunity Employer
- We provide equal opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, or disability.
- EOE/AA
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Job #116866 — Housekeeping Manager
Westin Tysons Corner |
7801 Leesburg Pike
Falls Church, VA 22043 |
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Management |
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Property Description |
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After a recent $22 million renovation, The Westin Tysons Corner now offers a retreat from the rigors of travel. Located in the heart of Tysons corner, our hotel is convenient to the business district, shopping, major highways, and everything that Washington D.C. has to offer. A shuttle provides service to local shopping, businesses, and the Metrorail.
Escape to our superbly comfortable guest rooms. Refreshing touches such as wired and wireless High Speed Internet Access, a flat panel TV, and special bath amenities will awaken your senses.
The Westin Tysons Corner, located just off the Capital Beltway (I-495) in the heart of Northern Virginia's business and high-tech district, is minutes from Washington D.C. metro area, Dulles International and Reagan National Airports. A nearby Metro Station, serving Greater Washington D.C., provides quick and easy access to Washington businesses and attractions like the Smithsonian, the Capitol, and government offices.
Shopping at the Tysons Corner Mall and Tysons Galleria, local business destinations, and the Metro are all a complimentary shuttle ride away. Our well-located hotel offers the best in contemporary style, comfort and convenience for business or vacation travel. Our tastefully appointed guestrooms and suites include all the comforts of home, as well as executive necessities like spacious work stations, data and power ports, and high-speed internet access. For relaxation and fitness, our hotel provides an indoor, heated pool and spa, sundeck, well-equipped exercise room, and men's and women's saunas. For your dining pleasure, experience "Food 101" Restaurant, serving classic American comfort food and regional cuisine executed with finesse. Relax at InFusions Coffee and Cocktail Bar with your favorite beverage and a tantalizing menu of appetizers. |
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Food & Beverage Outlets |
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| Restaurants |  Regional American
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Amenities |
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| Hotel Amenities | - 1 Indoor Pool
- 1 Fitness Facility
- Business Center
- Concierge services
| - Data ports
- High Speed Internet-All Rooms
- In-room coffee/tea
- Newspaper (Mon-Fri)
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