Executive Housekeeper

Department: Housekeeping & Laundry

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Kingdom of Bahrain - Manama

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Pre-Opening Readiness: Establish operating procedures, design cleaning schedules, build the departmental manning guide, select linens/amenities, and manage the setup and handover of all guest rooms and public areas before launch.
• Daily Operations: Direct housekeeping, laundry, and public area teams to maintain high standards of hygiene, aesthetic appeal, and guest room presentation.
• Team Leadership & Training: Recruit, onboard, schedule, and train housekeeping staff on luxury cleanliness protocols, chemical handling, and safety standards.
• Inventory & Budget Control: Oversee operating budgets, control linen and supply inventories, and manage contractor relationships (e.g., laundry, pest control, specialized cleaning).
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Work closely with Engineering for room maintenance resolution and Front Office to ensure efficient room turnarounds and turnover times.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years as Executive Housekeeper or Deputy in a  luxury hotel, with proven pre-opening project experience preferred.
• Education: Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or related field.
• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of PMS systems (e.g., Opera Housekeeping module), fabric care, sanitation standards, and operating budget management.
• Competencies: Sharp attention to detail, strong leadership, organisational agility, and fluent business communication in English.

Why Join Kempinski