What Skills Do You Need For Housekeeping Jobs?

So you’re on the lookout for Housekeeping jobs, your last Google search was something like “cleaning jobs near me”. Well, first and foremost, make sure to check out all of our locations, you’re very likely to find the answer to that search there!

You’ve started your search, but what next? It helps to know some good skills for cleaning jobs which is what we’re here to tell you today.

Read on for four cleaning skills that will help you thrive in Housekeeper jobs and look great on that resume of yours. Also, don’t forget to check out our blog on what to expect as a Housekeeper at Westgate Resorts.

1. Thoroughness 

Picture this: you’re cleaning one of our resorts so it’s all shiny and fresh for our guests, what’s the main thing you need to be thinking about? Attention to detail and thoroughness, of course!

It can be quite easy when you’re super fixated on a task to miss the little details that guests might notice straight away. It helps to make either a mental or physical checklist of things you might overlook.

2. Self Discipline 

It’s no secret that cleaning jobs are hard, tiring work. You never know what kind of mess might be around the corner, and you might have a pretty tight schedule.

It pays to take good care of your health and well-being so you can stay energized and on top of things. 

Try to keep your devices away so you remain sharp and aim to compartmentalize each task room by room, allocating yourself a set amount of time for each chore. Practise makes perfect and you’ll definitely get quicker as you go!

3. Organization & Time Management

As another essential skill for a housekeeper, organization is what gets you from room to room in an efficient manner. 

On the day-to-day, you’ll have to keep track of your to-do list, and your equipment while knowing who to go to when you need to report defects. Using self-discipline as we mentioned earlier, you can stay on track with time management and any deadlines so you’re always hitting your targets.

4. Reliability 

Being a reliable member of the team is key. 

You want to get along well with your team and managers and present yourself as a dependable, reliable team player. Strive to deliver the best possible results every time and your reputation will thank you!

Staying passionate and dedicated to your work will get you a long way as you progress in your housekeeping career.

What Are the Basic Requirements of Good Housekeeping?

Aside from practicing the skills we’ve outlined above, it really helps to be familiar with a wide range of cleaning tools and equipment and good maintenance practices—these are a must when you work in hotel room cleaning jobs. 

If you consider yourself a strong team player, that will set you up for success in the world of housekeeping and accommodation. After all, a big part of your role is working across different teams and departments, communicating any defects, and reporting on things that need fixing—all with guest safety and satisfaction at the heart of what you do!

Looking for Housekeeping Jobs? Look No Further Than Westgate Resorts

Well, there you have it—our top tips on cleaning skills needed for Housekeeper jobs. 

Make sure to check out our departments if something else might be more suited to you, we have a lot of roles to offer here.

Browse our open roles today.