Housekeeping Houseperson – Washington Hilton

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<div><h2>Housekeeping Houseperson</h2><p>Washington Hilton is looking for a Housekeeping Houseperson to join the team!</p><p>The Washington Hilton, which has 1,107 rooms is located less than 2 miles away from The White House and National Mall. Our 100+ team members report to the Director of Housekeeping.</p><p>The ideal candidate would have 1+ years of recent experience in a janitorial role or similar and 1+ years of customer service experience. Must be able to work the varying shifts.</p><p>Shift Pattern: Full Availability (weekday, weekend, and holidays) AM/MID/PM shifts</p><p>Pay Rate: $21.75- $29.00 per hour</p><p>Medical Insurance Coverage Available for you and your family.</p><p>The Benefits Hilton is recognized as the best hospitality workplace in the world and the #2 World\'s Best Workplace by Great Place To Work US and Fortune! We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits. Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including:</p><ul><li>Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel</li><li>Access to your pay when you need it through DailyPay</li><li>Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount!</li><li>Maternity and parental leave, including 12 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents and four weeks of paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents</li><li>Debt-Free Education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications</li><li>Flexible shifts and days off</li><li>Comprehensive Health Insurance coverage for you and your family, including Telemedicine and at-home care</li><li>Mental health resources including free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program</li><li>Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)</li><li>401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement</li></ul><p>*Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement if applicable.</p><p>What will I be doing?</p><p>As a Houseperson, you would be responsible for cleaning and maintaining designated areas of the hotel and responding to guest requests in the hotel\'s continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:</p><ul><li>Clean designated areas including, but not limited to, restrooms, public areas, offices and banquet/meeting/conference rooms</li><li>Perform tasks including, but not limited to, dusting and polishing furniture and fixtures, vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, shampooing carpets, washing windows, cleaning/waxing floors, removing and disposing of trash and emptying ashtrays</li><li>Greet guests in a friendly manner</li><li>Report maintenance deficiencies and items in need of repair</li><li>Stock and maintain supply rooms, as needed</li><li>Perform deep cleaning tasks and special projects (for example: mattress flipping, furniture moves, etc.), as needed</li><li>Deliver guest requests and assist in cleaning guest rooms, as needed</li></ul><p>What are we looking for?</p><p>Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:</p><ul><li>Hospitality - We\'re passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.</li><li>Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.</li><li>Leadership - We\'re leaders in our industry and in our communities.</li><li>Teamwork - We\'re team players in everything we do.</li><li>Ownership - We\'re the owners of our actions and decisions.</li><li>Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline</li></ul><p>In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:</p><ul><li>Quality</li><li>Productivity</li><li>Dependability</li><li>Customer Focus</li><li>Adaptability</li></ul><p>What will it be like to work for Hilton?</p><p>Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision \"to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality\" unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!</p></div>

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