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Occupation Code: 5151
Cleaning and Housekeeping Supervisor in Offices, Hotels and Other Establishments
Alternative titles: Executive Housekeeper
Job description and duties
Cleaning and Housekeeping Supervisors are responsible for overseeing the tasks carried out by a team of Cleaners, Helpers and other housekeeping staff in public and commercial settings. A Cleaning and Housekeeping Supervisor is typically expected to:
• Draw up schedules and rosters for cleaning and housekeeping staff
• Coordinate activities of cleaning and housekeeping staff and ensure time is spent effectively
• Check that the interiors, fixtures and facilities in these establishments are clean and tidy
• Report technical, electrical and mechanical faults to the maintenance staff
• Manage stock levels, record shortages and place orders for cleaning materials and other supplies
• Ensure that minibars are restocked and that items such as drinking glasses and writing equipment are replenished
• Monitor and deal with complaints in an effective manner
• Liaise and coordinate with other departments as required
• Carry out administrative duties
• Ensure health and safety regulations are
being adhered to by staff
• Participate in the recruitment and training
process of Cleaners, Helpers and other housekeeping staff
Work environment
Cleaning and Housekeeping Supervisors may be employed directly by the entity/company or by a cleaning contractor. Opportunities are typically available on a full-time and part-time basis. Seasonal opportunities are also typically available. This role may involve working at the same or at different locations, depending on where the staff is providing the cleaning services.
Although Cleaning and Housekeeping Supervisors typically work indoors, depending on the workplace they may also be required to supervise staff in outdoor areas. This role requires one to bend, kneel and stand for long periods of time. One may also be required to move and/or carry furniture, supplies and equipment.
Occupation data
Number of employees (2017)
448
Share of foreigners (2017)
43%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+28%
Median Pay (per annum)
€11,600
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