Houseman

Position Overview

We are not just a collection of hotels, but instead a talented community. A family with a shared passion and commitment to, unapologetically, love and breathe who we are every day. An eclectic grouping who really care about each other and our guests, where belonging transcends all else. We do this with a backdrop of extraordinary hotels, steeped in history, glamour, and stories, which provide the perfect stage for our people – our Legends – to live our vision –Treasured by Guests, Cherished by Employees, Celebrated Worldwide.

Diversity and Inclusion at Dorchester Collection are core beliefs of our We Care philosophy. The basis of We Care is to create an environment where all of our employees feel valued and respected, allowing positive engagement to prosper. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusivity is part of our DNA, reflected by our core values of Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity. When submitting your application, please let us know if you require any special accommodations during the interview process.

We care about your career and are known for having the absolute best people in the industry. When you join us as a Houseman, you start a unique opportunity to become celebrated as the very best in your field. You’ll learn not only from your fellow Legends, but also through our award-winning learning academy, so that you can achieve the highest standards of craft, service, and leadership and become a legend in your own story.

What you'll get

As a Houseman at The Lana, Dorchester Collection Dubai here are just some of the great benefits you will receive:

• Competitive Salary Package
• World-class Development Opportunities
• Complimentary stays with breakfast included in our sister Dorchester Collection hotels.
• 50% off at bars and restaurants within all of our sister Dorchester Collection hotels
• Meals on Duty
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flight Allowance every 24 months
• Shared Company Accommodation
• Company provided transportation to and from work
• Uniform provided by the Company with complimentary laundry
• Service Charge

What you'll do

You’ll love what you do and take pride in delighting our guests:

• You will be responsible for sorting and counting soiled linen, tagging, and dispatching to the laundry to ensure our guests receive nothing but the best experience.
• You will be responsible for delivering guest request items, placing and removing special requests such as extra beds, baby cots, special pillows and other requests to ensure our guests receive nothing but the best experience.
• You will count clean linen and deliver to allocated location on floors.
• Provide assistance for laundry, uniform room and floors as required.
• Provide assistance on the floors as necessary, for stripping rooms linen, delivering items to rooms, cleaning areas, placing linen etc.
• Ensure that all calls and requests are actioned and completed as per standards.
• Issue the clean F&B linen and update tracking of any shortages, damaged etc.
• Liaise with the pool, gym, and spa teams to issue their clean linen and collect dirty for the outside laundry.
• Ensure all paperwork is up to date, and monthly reports are prepared for all linen sent out.
• Complete inventories of linen, housekeeping amenities, guest request items, uniforms, chemicals, OSE items, and update on any shortages, damaged and stained linen, and order supplies as necessary.
• Highlight any deficits in linen not returned from the laundry and any stained or discarded items.
• Ensure follow up on all outstanding linen to be delivered.
• Keep all corridors and pantry areas clean and tidy and stocked correctly.
• Ensure all Lost & Found is handed over, logged, and stored as per policy and procedures.
• Our values of Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity guide us each every day. As a Houseman, you’ll have the opportunity to bring these to life and continue to create our legacy.
• You will be motivated and have passion and commitment.

The items shared are the essence of a day in the life of a Houseman, but we’ll make sure you are provided with specifics on how we care for our hotel.

What you'll bring

• You’ll bring your unique personality to the role and the team.
• You will have attention to detail and ability to quickly adapt to a constantly changing environment.
• As a detail orientated and hands on Team Player with strong interpersonal skills, you will be able to interact with all departments to ensure a cohesive working environment and to get things done.
• You will be passionate, dynamic, and guest focused who pride themselves on their ability to deliver extraordinary levels of guest service and provide creative solutions to our guests.
• You will be adaptable and be able to think on your feet and multi-task.
• Communication is what keeps our departments running perfectly. You have great communication skills with a strong guest service ethic.
• English is the primary language used in our hotel. You can comfortably communicate in this language.
• You are organized, articulate and adaptable.
• You have a high school education and bring your experience working for luxury hotels.
• You have a least 1-year experience in a similar position in a luxury 5 star brand.
• You are computer literate.