Houseperson- Housekeeping Personnel

About WHG Wurzak Hotel Group (WHG) is a Philadelphia based owner, developer and operator of premium branded full service, extended stay and focus service hotels. WHG’s core expertise is its unique ability to develop and operate hotels and food and beverage outlets in an entrepreneurial manner maximizing returns on the investment and developing long term relationships with our guests. WHG has earned and maintains its competitive advantage by developing talent within the organization who embody the same entrepreneurial spirit of our leadership team and who seek to create value through tireless innovation, tight focus on the operational details and uncompromised guest satisfaction. Wurzak Hotel Group has a proven track record of developing and managing hospitality assets for over 30 years and continues to be recognized as one of the region’s top hospitality companies. Our Perks:

• Highly Competitive Salary
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision Health Insurance
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• 401K Company Match
• Educational/Professional Development

Position Summary The Company operates 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, so operational demands require variations in shift days, starting and ending times, and hours worked in a week. The Houseperson maintains all back-of-the-house areas, function rooms/areas, service corridors, lobbies, storerooms, and equipment in safe and efficient compliance with policies and procedures, brand standards, and federal, state and local regulations. Promptly reports emergencies, accidents, injuries, missing articles, damage, engineering items and safety hazards to management. Reports any deviations from policies, procedures, brand standards and regulations to management. Complies with all guest service basics such as uniforms, name tags and proper guest greeting. Knowledgeable on hotel facilities and services to assist guests as appropriate. Ensures all communication containing Company, hotel, brand and guest information is consistent with privacy policies, practices and regulations. Impresses guests with quality and timely service in a pleasant and friendly manner. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Promptly reports emergencies, accidents, injuries, missing articles, damage, engineering items, and safety hazards to management.
• Reports any deviations from policies, procedures, brand standards and regulations to management.
• Complies with all guest service basics such as uniforms, name tags and proper guest greeting.
• Knowledgeable on hotel facilities and services to assist guests as appropriate.
• Ensures all communication containing Company, hotel, brand and guest information is consistent with privacy policies, practices and regulations.
• Impresses guests with quality and timely service in a pleasant and friendly manner.
• Maintains complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards; maintains complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment.
• Uses equipment only as intended.
• Anticipates guests and fellow team member needs, responds promptly and acknowledges all guests and team members, however busy and whatever time of day; be familiar with all Hotel services/features and activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately.
• Respond in positive, calm tone to guest and team members at all times.
• Resolve guest complaints, ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areas.
• Greet guests as they arrive.
• Monitor surrounding and report concerns to supervisor.
• Complete closing side duties.
• Attend training, meetings, and other department events, as scheduled.
• All other duties as assigned by manager.

Qualifications The Company may consider equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience providing the knowledge, skills and abilities cited below. Education and Experience

• High school education or related experience.
• Familiarity with hospitality industry practices preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to understand and provide friendly guest service.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Consistently professional attitude and behavior with effective listening and communication skills.
• Attention to details, good organizational skills, and efficient time management.
• Ability to follow an appropriate course of action based on policies and procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment, sometimes under pressure, while remaining flexible and efficient, and while simultaneously handling competing and changing priorities.
• Ability to satisfy the legal requirements for employment within the jurisdiction.

Working Conditions & Physical Effort Physical work is a primary part of job. Work is normally performed in an interior hotel environment with equipment and machines. The work involves exposure to extreme temperatures, chemicals, dirt, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. The exposure to hazards or physical risks requires following basic safety precautions and use of applicable protective equipment. Physical requirements include extended standing and walking, climbing, bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, kneeling and lifting up to 100 lbs. While performing job duties, the associate is required to speak, listen and write. The job requires close vision with or without corrective lenses. Notice Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. This employer participates in E-Verify. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, If necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Important: If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to provide you written instructions and an opportunity to contact SSA and/or DHS before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants or to re-verify current employees and may not limit or influence the choice of documents presented for use on the Form I-9. In order to determine whether Form I-9 documentation is valid, this employer uses E-Verify’s photo screening tool to match the photograph appearing on some permanent resident and employment authorization cards with the official U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ (USCIS) photograph. The company is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture and does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.