Director of Housekeeping

JOB SUMMARY

YOUR LEGACY STARTS WITH US

At The Ritz-Carlton, Doha, we invite you to experience refined luxury where timeless elegance meets true Qatari hospitality. Situated along the pristine shores of the Arabian Gulf for almost 24 years, our 5-star resort features 374 elegantly designed rooms & suites, award-winning restaurants, world-class Spa facilities with a state-of-the-art Fitness Center, and impeccable service that defines our legendary brand. From serene indoor and outdoor pools to a private beach and a Club Lounge for elevated and personalized experiences, every detail perfectly reflects our commitment to excellence. The property is also ideal for events with a wide selection of meetings rooms, stunning wedding venues and a dedicated team that thoughtfully plans and tailors to each unique vision. Whether you’re savoring an afternoon tea in our lobby lounge, watching the city skyline sparkle by night in one of our restaurants, or celebrating an important event, The Ritz-Carlton, Doha, presents a truly remarkable setting for life’s most meaningful moments. 

FIND PURPOSE IN YOUR PASSION

At The Ritz-Carlton, we firmly believe that our Ladies & Gentlemen are the heart of everything we do and the most important resource in our service commitment to our guests. With passion, genuine care, dedication and pride, we can achieve common goals and grow together while crafting moments that will be remembered forever.

Which is why at The Ritz-Carlton, Doha, we are currently seeking passionate individuals to join our esteemed team and bring their own unique expertise to our world-famous service philosophy. As an Elite hotel in the region with a deep generational legacy, we offer you in return:

• A rewarding career within one of the most recognized and prestigious luxury brands in the world.
• Personal and professional development plans with curated training materials and guidance from highly skilled and experienced colleagues in the industry. 
• Various opportunities for internal growth both locally and internationally within the portfolio of Marriott International properties.
• Consistent & reliable support to ensure you always have the tools and knowledge to harness your full potential and reach your goals.
• A competitive package, inclusive of accommodation, flight tickets, transportation, meals, and more:

1. Exclusive training and leadership development programs
2. Recognition and rewards for exceptional service
3. Preferential Members Rates at Marriott Hotels Globally
4. Dining & Wellness discounts for your family and you
5. Medical Insurance Coverage
6. An HR team dedicated to your success and wellbeing

OUR EXPECTATIONS FROM THE ROLE:

Assists in managing housekeeping functions and staff on a daily basis to ensure property guest rooms, public space and employee areas are clean and well maintained. Directs and works with team to successfully execute all housekeeping operations. Position focuses on ensuring guest and employee satisfaction and achieving the operating budget. Responsible for inspecting areas of responsibilities and following up with a plan for improving results.

CANDIDATE PROFILE 

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in housekeeping or related professional area.

OR

• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; no work experience required.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Managing Housekeeping Operations and Budgets

• Reviews staffing levels to ensure the guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.

• Obtains list of rooms to be cleaned immediately and list of prospective check-outs or discharges to prepare work assignments.

• Inventories stock to ensure adequate supplies.

• Supervises an effective inspection program for all guestrooms and public space.

• Understands the impact of department’s operations on the overall property financial goals and objectives and manages to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.

• Ensures all employees have proper supplies, equipment and uniforms.

• Communicates areas that need attention to staff and follows up to ensure understanding.

• Supervises daily housekeeping shift operations and ensures compliance with all housekeeping policies, standards and procedures.

• Participates in departmental meetings and continually communicates a clear and consistent message regarding the departmental goals to produce desired results.

Conducting Human Resources Activities

• Uses all available on the job training tools to train new room attendants and provide follow-up training as necessary.

• Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensures employees do the same with them.

• Schedule employees to business demands and for tracks employee time and attendance.

• Ensures employees understand expectations and parameters.

• Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently, disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to policy.

• Observes service behaviors of employees and provides feedback to individuals.

• Ensures employee recognition is taking place on all shifts.

• Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an “open door” policy, and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.

• Participates in employee progressive discipline procedures.

• Review employee satsifaction results.

• Participates in interviewing and hiring of team members with the appropriate skills.

Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service

• Sets a positive example for guest relations.

• Participates in the development and implementation of corrective action plans to improve guest satisfaction.

• Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.

• Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.

• Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints.

• Strives to improve service performance.

In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International.  Be where you can do your best work,  begin your purpose,  belong to an amazing global team, and  become the best version of you.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

At more than 100 award-winning properties worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton Ladies and Gentlemen create experiences so exceptional that long after a guest stays with us, the experience stays with them. Attracting the world’s top hospitality professionals who curate lifelong memories, we believe that everyone succeeds when they are empowered to be creative, thoughtful and compassionate.

Every day, we set the standard for rare and special luxury service the world over and pride ourselves on delivering excellence in the care and comfort of our guests.

Your role will be to ensure that the “Gold Standards” of The Ritz-Carlton are delivered graciously and thoughtfully every day. The Gold Standards are the foundation of The Ritz-Carlton and are what guides us each day to be better than the next. It is this foundation and our belief that our culture drives success by which The Ritz Carlton has earned the reputation as a global brand leader in luxury hospitality. As part of our team, you will learn and exemplify the Gold Standards, such as our Employee Promise, Credo and our Service Values. And our promise to you is that we offer the chance to be proud of the work you do and who you work with.

In joining The Ritz-Carlton, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.