Housekeeper job summary
A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.
Example of a Housekeeper job summary
Our housecleaning service has several openings for experienced, dependable Housekeepers. We are looking for candidates with a track record of excellent service with a firm or organization that contracts with residential clients. Our company serves a wide variety of neighborhoods and offers our clients several packages, which means your work load will change from day to day. We do, however, have consistent work available for the ideal applicant and we offer competitive wages for the industry. Advancement is possible to a supervisory position if you perform well. This is a great opportunity for a motivated professional who wants steady employment in the housekeeping industry.
Housekeeper responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.
- Meet with clients to discuss their expectations and to sign the company’s contract
- Fulfill obligations based on the package each client selects
- Visit homes of clients 1-3 times per week
- Provide basic housekeeping duties, including vacuuming, dusting, mopping, cleaning windows and scouring bathrooms
- Work as part of a team for larger homes
- Respond to customer complaints or inquiries immediately and report and problems to supervisor
- Notify homeowner of any accidents or problems while rendering service
Housekeeper qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- Diploma or equivalent required
- 2+ years’ experience with residential housekeeping
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Advanced knowledge of cleaning products, implements and practices
- Willingness to maintain confidentiality
- Reliable mode of transportation required
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