Job Description

The Westin Nova Scotian, in the Seaport District, offers travellers a relaxing retreat with stunning views of Halifax Harbour in a location central to restaurants and attractions. Our modern, upscale rooms and suites feature luxurious accommodations with contemporary amenities.

We are passionate professional hoteliers dedicated to the art of hospitality! Our team members are dedicated to providing exceptional personalized service to our guests; our dedication to the customer shows in everything we do.

We put people first! We take care of our associates who in turn take care of our customers. Our customers are our associates, guests, owners, investors and communities. Mutual respect is at the heart of every customer exchange.

Room Attendant- The Westin Nova Scotian

Do you like to take care of others and make them feel comfortable? Do you like the satisfaction you get when you see the results of your efforts; with everything perfect and in its place? Then you will be very happy working in housekeeping where a team of friendly hard working room attendants and housepersons present each guest with a piece of "home". Our guests expect a clean room and a good night's sleep -- you play a key part in making that happen.

In the role of Room Attendant you will:

• Be Meticulous -- maintain clean and attractive guestrooms, i.e. make beds, change linens, clean, dust, polish and vacuum to make sure our rooms meet or exceed hotel/franchise standards.
• Focus on Details -- ensure windows are shining, towels are folded correctly, supplies are restocked, closets are neat and clean with the right amount of hangers, etc. -- precision is key!
• Be Organized -- ensure your housekeeping closet and cart area ready to go!
• Be a Team Player -- help your coworkers by pitching in, training new staff, participating in department events.
• Be a Housekeeping Ambassador -- Share a warm greeting and a smile with all the guests you encounter.
• Be a Safety & Security Agent -- follow your hotel's established safety and security policies & procedures, reporting problems as needed.

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Requirements

Job Requirements

To be successful in this role, you must be able to:

• communicate in basic English, multi-lingualism is an asset
• perform medium intensity work -- exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects,
• bend, stretch, twist or reach with your body and arms, work under variable temperatures and noise levels,
• see details at close range,
• stand for long periods of time without sitting or leaning,
• prioritize and multi-task.

It is essential that you:

• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly, service oriented manner
• Maintain regular attendance as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming
• Thoroughly clean and re-stock guestrooms to Westin standards
• Keep all hallways, public areas, and closets clean, neat, swept and vacuumed
• Complete all assigned cleaning duties in designated area

Wage Scale

16.25-16.75