Assistant Director of Housekeeping - Waldorf Astoria Chicago

Job description

Waldorf Astoria Chicago is looking for an Assistant Director of Housekeeping to join the team in Chicago's Gold Coast! Recognized as one of the Best Hotels in the World and in Chicago with the Top Hotel Spa in the U.S., the AAA-Five-Diamond, Forbes 4-Star Waldorf Astoria Chicago is nestled in the prestigious Gold Coast neighborhood among the famed Oak Street retailers and beach, Rush Street restaurants and nightlife, and The Magnificent Mile.

Reminiscent of the grand Parisian hotels of the 1920s, this luxury hotel features 215 rooms, over 5,000 square feet of meeting space and 4 food and beverage outlets. This includes a restaurant, 2 bars, and in-room dining. At Waldorf Astoria, we create unforgettable experiences for our guests, meaningful opportunities for our Team Members, and a positive impact in our community. Want to learn more? Hotel Website , Facebook , Instagram Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You Picture yourself brightening someone’s day.

When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As an Assistant Director of Housekeeping , you’re not just supporting the direction of the hotel’s housekeeping function – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Responsibilities

Here's what you'll do during a typical day

• Support housekeeping operations: Assist the Director in overseeing all housekeeping operations, including system management, budgeting, forecasting, inventory control, and policy implementation
• Ensure high quality standards: Oversee and uphold cleanliness, service, and product quality standards in guest rooms, public spaces, restrooms, offices, and meeting areas
• Direct daily operations: Plan, distribute, and delegate daily, weekly, and long-term housekeeping assignments Inspire and develop the team: Supervise, coach, and mentor team members; conduct performance evaluations, provide professional development opportunities, and recognize achievements to build, retain, and engage a high-performing team Ensure regulatory compliance: Oversee the proper use and handling of cleaning chemicals and supplies, ensuring safety standards and training compliance

Qualifications

What It Takes to Make the Stay At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member: A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality . Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership . A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now , bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact. #LI-MD1