Job Title: Room Attendant Location: Holiday Inn & Suites Virginia Beach – North Beach
Reports to: Executive Housekeeper
Basic Purpose:
The Room Attendant is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, orderliness, and overall presentation of guest rooms and assigned areas of the hotel to ensure a comfortable and welcoming environment for guests. This role supports the housekeeping department by following established cleaning standards, responding to guest requests, and maintaining supplies and equipment necessary to perform daily duties. The Room Attendant plays a key role in delivering a positive guest experience by ensuring guest rooms and service areas consistently meet company cleanliness and quality standards.
Essential Functions:
1. Clean and maintain assigned guest rooms, bathrooms, and service areas in accordance with housekeeping departmental standards.
2. Perform cleaning duties in guest rooms, public spaces, and designated back-of-house areas as assigned.
3. Ensure all guest rooms are properly stocked with linens, towels, amenities, and other required supplies.
4. Respond promptly to guest requests for items such as cribs, cots, extra towels, or other miscellaneous amenities.
5. Report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, or damaged equipment to the appropriate department promptly.
6. Maintain housekeeping carts and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
7. Follow departmental procedures for handling lost and found items.
8. Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and notify supervisors when supplies need to be replenished.
9. Follow all housekeeping policies, safety guidelines, and sanitation procedures.
10. Consistently provide professional, friendly, and courteous service to guests and team members.
11. Assist other departments when necessary to support overall hotel operations and guest satisfaction.
12. Perform additional duties as assigned.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience:
1. Previous housekeeping, hotel, or hospitality experience preferred but not required.
2. Experience maintaining cleanliness and organization in a professional environment is beneficial.
3. Familiarity with cleaning equipment, supplies, and sanitation procedures preferred.
Skills & Abilities:
1. Strong communication and organizational skills.
2. Strong interpersonal and guest service skills.
3. Ability to work efficiently and maintain attention to detail.
4. Strong problem-solving abilities and ability to respond to guest requests promptly.
5. Highly responsible, reliable, and able to work independently.
6. Ability to work cohesively as part of a team.
7. Ability to maintain a professional and positive attitude in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
8. Commitment to maintaining cleanliness, safety, and company standards.
No. of Employees Supervised:
None
Travel Required:
Minimal travel required; occasional travel may occur for training or support of property projects.
Hours Required:
This position requires a flexible schedule based on operational needs. Hours may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency response situations.
Physical Requirements:
This role requires frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and lifting. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds and perform repetitive cleaning tasks throughout the shift. The position also requires the ability to operate housekeeping equipment and cleaning tools while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
Harrison Group is an equal opportunity employer of all qualified individuals. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to grow as a company while serving customers throughout our communities. Black, Indigenous and People of Color, women, LGBTQIA+, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Situated along an impressive stretch of oceanfront on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk, Holiday Inn & Suites Virginia Beach – North Beach is a premier family-friendly resort offering an unforgettable beachfront experience for leisure travelers, families, and groups. The resort features 238 oceanfront guest rooms and suites, each with private balconies or patios designed to showcase breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and provide comfortable resort-style living.
Guests enjoy a wide range of amenities designed for relaxation and entertainment, including multiple lagoon-style outdoor pools, direct beach access, a complimentary 48-seat movie theater, and several on-property food and beverage outlets. Families especially appreciate kid-friendly experiences such as Splash Kamp activities and breakfast where kids eat free. With its oceanfront location and resort-style amenities, North Beach delivers a vibrant and memorable stay for every guest.
Holiday Inn & Suites Virginia Beach – North Beach is proudly operated by Harrison Group, a third-generation family-owned hospitality company that has been serving guests since 1951. Headquartered in Ocean City, Harrison Group operates a diverse portfolio of hotels and restaurants across coastal destinations including Virginia Beach, Corolla, and Jacksonville Beach. The company is committed to continually enhancing its properties, investing in renovations, and delivering exceptional hospitality experiences for guests while creating rewarding career opportunities for its team members.