Executive Housekeeper

About Us
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is the original boutique hotel company, which pioneered the concept of unique, distinctive, design-forward hotels in the San Francisco, California before expanding worldwide. Anchored in one-of-a-kind experiences, Kimpton spaces and experiences centre on our guests, offering inspiring design that evokes curiosity to forward thinking flavours that feed the soul. Every detail is thoughtfully curated and artfully delivered, so that guest experiences remain meaningful, unscripted and ridiculously personal.

Our mission is to be the best-loved hotel and restaurant company through the common belief that heartfelt connections make people's lives better. Our colleagues are empowered and encouraged to act from the heart, to go above and beyond to create 'ridiculously personal' experiences for each other and our guests.

We're looking for passionate, high-spirted individuals to join the pre-opening team at Kimpton Riyadh, the very first Kimpton hotel in the Middle East. The ideal Kimpton team member has an inclusive spirit who embraces individuality and can cultivate a work environment that's a bit quirky, irreverent, exciting, uncommon, empowering, and downright exceptional.

Our hotel is only as good as the people it employs so if you're passionate, focused and driven, live for making every guest's experience 'ridiculously personal' and creating unforgettable moments, then we invite you to join the Kimpton tribe.

About Kimpton Riyadh
Located in King Abdullah Financial District which is set in the heart of the Saudi capital, 22-kilometers away from the airport, Kimpton Riyadh is the first Kimpton in the Middle East bringing the brand's playful energy, infectious personality, and unique design style to this LEED certified landmark development home to 1.6 million square meters of state-of-the-art office space, world-class venues and iconic luxury residences. The hotel welcome guests to experience its 212 guest rooms and suites and to enjoy its unique dining options.

Day-to-day
Supervising Staff
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Overseeing housekeeping staff to ensure high standards of cleanliness and service.

Conducting daily briefings and assigning tasks to team members.

Quality Control
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Inspecting guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house areas to ensure cleanliness and maintenance.

Addressing any issues or deficiencies promptly.

Training and Development
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Training new employees on hotel standards and procedures.

Providing ongoing training and development opportunities for staff.

Inventory Management
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Managing inventory of cleaning supplies, linens, and guest amenities.

Ordering supplies as needed and ensuring proper storage.

Guest Interaction
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Responding to guest requests and complaints in a timely and professional manner.

Ensuring guest satisfaction by addressing their needs and concerns.

Scheduling
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Creating and managing staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage.

Adjusting schedules as needed based on occupancy and special events.

Health and Safety Compliance
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Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Conducting regular safety training and drills.

Reporting
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Preparing reports on housekeeping activities, including room status and maintenance issues.

Communicating with other departments to coordinate efforts.

Budget Management
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Assisting in managing the housekeeping budget.

Monitoring expenses and finding ways to reduce costs without compromising quality.

Continuous Improvement
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Identifying areas for improvement in housekeeping operations.

Implementing new procedures and best practices to enhance efficiency and service quality.

These responsibilities ensure that the housekeeping department runs smoothly and maintains the high standards expected at a luxury hotel.

What We Need From You
Ideally, you'll have some or all of the following competencies and experience we're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree, higher education qualification or equivalent in Hotel Administration / Business Administration
• Two to Three years' prior tenure in a similar role
• International luxury hotel chain background
• GCC exposure
• English Fluency is required
• Arabic Fluency is preferred

Teamwork and Flexibility
In addition to the tasks outlined above, all team members are expected to demonstrate flexibility and a collaborative spirit. This may involve taking on additional responsibilities as needed, especially during periods of high occupancy or in emergency situations. Your willingness to assist colleagues and contribute to the overall success of the hotel is essential in maintaining our high standards of service and guest satisfaction.

What We Offer
We'll reward all your hard work with a competitive salary and benefits.

Join us and you'll become part of the global IHG family – and like all families, all our individual team members share some winning characteristics. As a team, we work better together – we trust and support each other, we do the right thing, and we welcome different perspectives. You need to show us you care that you notice the little things that make a difference to guests as well as always looking for ways to improve - visit to find out more about us.

So go on - show us how your passion and personality are the perfect fit to deliver memorable experiences to our guests.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.