Housekeeping Lead job at Partunify

Background

At Partunify, we are dedicated to matching professionals with rewarding jobs in the hospitality industry. We help job seekers remain in the workforce, confidently return after a career break, or successfully transition to a new field. Here are just a few reasons why you should work with us:

The Housekeeping Lead is responsible for overseeing the cleanliness, hygiene, and overall presentation of the bar and lounge, ensuring a welcoming and sanitary environment for guests and staff at all times. This role supervises a small team of housekeeping/cleaning staff, coordinates daily cleaning schedules, and ensures compliance with health and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the housekeeping/cleaning team, including shift scheduling and task allocation.
• Ensure all public areas (bar, lounge, restrooms, entrance, seating areas) are cleaned and maintained to a high standard before, during, and after service hours.
• Conduct regular inspections of the premises to ensure cleanliness standards are consistently met.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment; place orders as needed and control usage to avoid wastage.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of cleaning chemicals in line with health and safety regulations.
• Train new housekeeping staff on cleaning procedures, hygiene standards, and safety protocols.
• Coordinate with the bar and service team to address spills, breakages, or urgent cleaning needs promptly, including during service.
• Ensure restrooms are stocked, sanitized, and inspected on a regular rotation throughout operating hours.
• Oversee deep-cleaning schedules (e.g., floors, upholstery, glassware storage areas, kitchen if applicable) on a weekly/monthly basis.
• Monitor and report maintenance issues (plumbing, lighting, furniture damage) to management for repair.
• Ensure compliance with local health, sanitation, and safety codes at all times.
• Maintain cleaning logs/checklists and submit reports to management as required.
• Step in to perform hands-on cleaning duties when needed, especially during high-traffic periods or staff shortages.

Requirements

• Prior experience in a housekeeping, cleaning, or facilities role, preferably in hospitality, bars, restaurants, or lounges.
• At least 2 to 3 years of experience in a supervisory or lead capacity.
• Strong knowledge of cleaning products, equipment, and hygiene/sanitation best practices.
• Ability to manage and motivate a small team.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Physical stamina to perform cleaning tasks and stand/move for extended periods.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by bar/lounge operating hours.
• Basic literacy/numeracy for maintaining checklists, inventory, and reports.

Key Attributes

• Attention to detail and a high standard of cleanliness.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work under minimal supervision.
• Good communication skills to coordinate with bar staff, management, and suppliers.
• Discreet and professional, especially when working around guests during service.

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced hospitality environment with exposure to cleaning chemicals, noise, and varying temperatures.
• Shift work including nights, weekends, and public holidays.

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the housekeeping/cleaning team, including shift scheduling and task allocation.
• Ensure all public areas (bar, lounge, restrooms, entrance, seating areas) are cleaned and maintained to a high standard before, during, and after service hours.
• Conduct regular inspections of the premises to ensure cleanliness standards are consistently met.
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment; place orders as needed and control usage to avoid wastage.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of cleaning chemicals in line with health and safety regulations.
• Train new housekeeping staff on cleaning procedures, hygiene standards, and safety protocols.
• Coordinate with the bar and service team to address spills, breakages, or urgent cleaning needs promptly, including during service.
• Ensure restrooms are stocked, sanitized, and inspected on a regular rotation throughout operating hours.
• Oversee deep-cleaning schedules (e.g., floors, upholstery, glassware storage areas, kitchen if applicable) on a weekly/monthly basis.
• Monitor and report maintenance issues (plumbing, lighting, furniture damage) to management for repair.
• Ensure compliance with local health, sanitation, and safety codes at all times.
• Maintain cleaning logs/checklists and submit reports to management as required.
• Step in to perform hands-on cleaning duties when needed, especially during high-traffic periods or staff shortages.

• Strong knowledge of cleaning products, equipment, and hygiene/sanitation best practices.
• Ability to manage and motivate a small team.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Physical stamina to perform cleaning tasks and stand/move for extended periods.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by bar/lounge operating hours.
• Basic literacy/numeracy for maintaining checklists, inventory, and reports.
• Attention to detail and a high standard of cleanliness.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work under minimal supervision.
• Good communication skills to coordinate with bar staff, management, and suppliers.
• Discreet and professional, especially when working around guests during service.

• Prior experience in a housekeeping, cleaning, or facilities role, preferably in hospitality, bars, restaurants, or lounges.
• At least 2 to 3 years of experience in a supervisory or lead capacity.