Turndown Attendant in Washington, Dist. Columbia at The Jefferson Hotel, Washington DC

Independently owned and operated, The Jefferson in Washington D.C. is currently recruiting for a Turndown Attendant, an excellent employment opportunity for the truly exceptional candidate who possesses a natural flair for hospitality, a strong commitment to excellence, and an entrepreneurial bent. Within the hotel, an array of dining experiences include; one of the finest restaurants in the capital, Plume serves as a discreet and elegant backdrop to the culinary artistry of our award-winning Executive Chef; Quill, an elegant lounge; The Greenhouse, where Washington power breakfasts and lunches are served and three mall meeting rooms, a boardroom, a private dining room and several parlor-like spaces.

The Turndown Attendant’s tasks include but are not limited to report room status, make beds, change sheets, remove and replace used towels and toiletries, ensure security of the guestrooms and privacy of the guests, restock and sort supplies, vacuum, brush, sweep, scrub, dust, wipe off, mop, polish, disinfect, spot-clean in the guestroom.

Additional duties include handling linen and laundry, hanging curtains, adjusting artwork, change light-bulbs, unclog toilets, and removing in-room dining equipment. As a Turndown Attendant there will be times in which you will communicating with guests as well as different departments in the hotel.

Qualifications include:

· Past experience in housekeeping; luxury hotel experience preferred.

· Ability to meet the performance demands of this position with regard to bending, climbing, reaching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and standing, lifting 50lbs and walking.

· Must have ability to communication both verbally and written.

· Excellent guest services orientation.

· Strong work ethic including attention to detail and reliability.

· This position requires scheduling flexibility to include working nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

The Jefferson, Washington DC, offers a competitive financial and benefits package.