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Housekeeper

Best Friends Animal Society, Kanab, UT, United States

Duration: Full Time


Location: Kanab,Utah

Hiring Range:This positions hiring range is anticipated to be 15.80 per hour to $18.00 per hour, depending on experience, plus great benefits!

Schedule: 9:00am-5:00pm Thursday-Monday (Tuesday and Wednesday off)

Position Summary:Housekeeping specialists will be expected to perform routine manual tasks tomaintaincleanliness, sanitary conditions, and appearance inside and outside of guest rooms andcommon areaswhile also interacting regularly with the guest, their accompanying pets, and other Roadhouse and Best Friends team members.

Culture Statement and Responsibility: We believe in treating everyone with kindness and compassion, building trust throughauthenticityand followingthrough oncommitments. We prioritize well-being alongside our mission, fostering strong relationships through open communication and transparent feedback. Diversity and inclusion are integral to our culture, enriching team dynamics by valuing diverse perspectives. Each team memberis responsible forcreating an inclusive environment where all voices are respected and contributing to a workplace that embodies our shared values and commitment to progress. By consistently aligning our actions with our Guiding Principles, we strengthen our culture and ensure that our values are lived every day.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Demonstrate kindness and the Golden Rule in our everyday actions by practicing inclusion and respect for every person for the value they bring to the table. Be a role model for the spirit of authenticity, kindness and positive influence with each other, our visitors, and volunteers as wellas tothe animals every day. This includes listening, being present, being supportive ofothersand demonstrating compassion and curiosity in conflict.
  • Participate in all housekeeping-related tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and washing windows and walls, dusting, vacuuming,strippingand makingbeds ,assistingin our on-premises laundry, trash removal, and scrubbing of floors and bathrooms.
  • Maintain public areas and ensure guest rooms are well-stocked with toiletries and supplies.
  • Perform routine basic maintenance in guest rooms such as changing bulbs, tightening toilet seats, cleaning up after pets, TV/cable troubleshooting, plunging toilets, cleaningmicrowavesand coffee makers.
  • Respond to special requests from guests, such as fresh towels, sheets, light cleaning, early check-ins, or late check-outs, etc.
  • Supports sanctuary housekeeping team as assigned.

Skills and Experience:

  • Demonstrates personal accountability to ensure that all responsibilities are completed effectively andin a timely manner.
  • Must be willing toworkweekends and holidays.
  • Ability to apply effective independent judgment andproblem-solvingskills.
  • Ability to professionally advocate BestFriends'positions on issues.
  • Exhibits excellent interpersonal skills and customer service oriented in all contacts with guests and staff.
  • Work with a positive outlook, upbeat, energetic,and takesinitiative.
  • Collaborative nature and willingness to work with various colleagues.

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be ableto routinelylift 40 to 50 pounds.
  • Must be ok with exposure to various animalallergens
  • Must be able to perform strenuous physical activity on a frequent basis, including, but not limitedtowalking up/down stairs, lifting and carrying, reaching, stooping, squatting,cleaningand bending.

During the selection process, candidates may be asked toparticipatein an onsite working interview.

Thank you for your interest in pursuing a career at Best Friends Animal Society. Best Friends Animal Society is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or domestic partner status.

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must have valid work authorization that does not now and/or will not in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S. by Best Friends Animal Society.