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Turndown Room Attendant
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Responsibilities for this Position |
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- OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To clean and stock guest rooms to ensure hotel's high standards of cleanliness.
- ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Clean bathtub, toilet, sink, walls, mirrors, tiles, counters, and floor surfaces using cloths, mops, sponges and brushes
- Fold bedspread
- Strip and make beds, changing bed linens which may require lifting bedspreads weighing a maximum of 30 pounds
- Dust all furniture, pictures, drawers, window ledges, and shelves thoroughly
- Push and pull vacuum throughout entire room and empty trash
- Replenish amenities, linens, and supplies in guest rooms
- Visually inspect room for cleanliness and appearance and signify completion for room
- OTHER:
- Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established by hotel from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position.
- Employees with irregular attendance will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
- Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.
- NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job.
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Job Requirements |
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- Must be a citizen of this country or possess a valid work permit.
- SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:
- Ability to lift, bend, stoop, stand and walk continuously, climb stairs, and push or pull heavy equipment.
- Ability to read and write basic English in order to complete forms such as a work ticket to report any items that need painting or repairs.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work, and meet deadlines.
- Ability to provide clear direction, instruction and guidance to subordinates.
Technical Requirements:
- Must live in the local area or within commuting distance.
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Compensation |
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| Wage | Highly Competitive Wage | | Hours | Full Time, Permanent
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Benefits |
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| Paid Vacation | Yes | | Personal Leave | Yes |
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Matching 401k - immediately vested
- Company Hotel Travel Benefits
- Medical Flex Spending Accounts
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- Employee Referral Program up to $5,000
- Fantastic Work Environment
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal Leave
- An Equal Opportunity Employer
- We provide equal opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, or disability.
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How to Apply |
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Job #119754 — Turndown Room Attendant
The Driskill |
604 Brazos Stret
Austin, TX 78701 |
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Management |
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Property Description |
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The Driskill Hotel, managed by Destination Hotel & Resorts and located in downtown Austin, is a four star, AAA four-diamond that seeks to provide the finest in service, ambiance and hospitality.
Built in 1886 as the showplace of a cattle baron, The Driskill Hotel in Austin, Texas has long been Austin's Grande Dame and a center for politics and high society.
Today, The Driskill Hotel offers deluxe accommodations and five-star dining in true Texas luxury. It stands apart as a landmark of refined hospitality with rich appreciation of the past and an elegant vision for the future.
The Driskill strives to maintain a working relationship with community organizations to ensure the growth and welfare of Austin and it's citizens. It is the role of the staff at the Driskill to maintain a distiguished national and international reputation.
The lobby of The Driskill Hotel sets the initial tone of comfort and elegance with three-story columns framing a marble floor and stained-glass dome ceiling.
Guests select from 188 rooms and suites distributed between the Historic Wing - with soaring ceilings, elaborate woodwork and balconies- and the Traditional Wing, built in 1929 and featuring art deco styling and the colors of the Texas Hill Country.
All accommodations at The Driskill Hotel include original art, ornate beds, dramatic draperies and high-speed Internet access. The opulence continues in theme suites such as the Cattle Baron's Suite, the Yellow Rose Bridal Suite and the Renaissance Bridal Suite.
Under the direction of Executive Chef Josh Watkins, the renowned Driskill Grill and 1886 Café & Bakery add to the The Driskill Hotel's status as a favored gathering place, while its grand function rooms impress delegates with their high-tech capabilities and elegant appointments.
A well-equipped Business Center takes care of everyday office needs and a Fitness Studio addresses guests' physical well-being with workout areas, a stretching room, two massage tables and a sauna.
Hospitality as a fine art requires experience, attention to detail and discretion. At The Driskill Hotel in Austin, Texas, the staff strives to make every moment of every visit a masterpiece. |
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Why People Like to Work for Us |
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WHO WE ARE:Destination Hotels & Resorts began in 1972 with the development and management of condominium resorts. Since then, we have grown to become the country's second largest independent hospitality management company with more than 7,500 employees, over 7,000 guest rooms, and more than $1.5 billion in assets under management. We are a subsidiary of Los Angeles-based Lowe Enterprises, a privately-held, national real estate organization active in commercial and hospitality property investment, management, and development.
Since its inception, Lowe has been responsible for more than $6 billion in prominent real estate assets nationwide. Destination Hotels & Resorts is unique in the lodging industry in that our primary mission is to create value for guests, investors, and associates in each of our hotels and resorts. We do this by developing an innovative, customized business and service plan for each property we manage and combining it with the sales, marketing, and operating resources of a company many times our size.
This lodging industry expertise, together with the real estate savvy of Lowe, has allowed us to bring a different perspective to the hotel management business.OUR CULTURE:Destination Hotels & Resorts fosters a creative, entrepreneurial and energetic work environment where people come to work and have fun. We value passionate people who love to be challenged and desire the freedom to contribute to the overall success of the organization. Your role will be integral to the success of our company. We strive to create a work place culture that values family, work life balance and community. We help develop our associates and provide support for them to grow their careers with Destination Hotels & Resorts.
Our associates are proud to work here! |
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Awards |
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Mobil Four Star
AAA Four Diamond Award |
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Property Statistics |
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| Year built | 1886 |
| Number of rooms | 188 |
| Sq. ft. of meeting space | 14,837 |
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Food & Beverage Outlets |
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| Restaurants |  Casual/3 meal
Continental
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| | Lounges | Lounge
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Amenities |
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| Hotel Amenities | - 100% cotton bed and bath linens
- 24-hour concierge service
- 24-hour room service
- Bathroom nightlights
- Cable television including HBO, CNN, and ESPN
- Ceiling fan
- Complimentary shoe shine
- Daily newspaper delivery
- Deluxe bath amenities
- Digital alarm clock
- Executive business center
- Executive Business Center
- Fitness Studio
- Foreign currency exchange
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- High speed Internet access
- Individual climate control
- In-room movies
- In-room refreshment center
- Iron and ironing board
- Massage Services
- Multiple dual-line telephones
- Nightly turn-down service
- One-day laundry and dry cleaning
- Plush terry robes
- Safety deposit boxes
- Twice daily complete housekeeping service
- Voice message service
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