Description

Tucked among the birch forests of coastal Maine, Hidden Pond offers guests a peaceful luxury retreat where thoughtful service and attention to detail create an exceptional stay. We are seeking a dependable and hardworking Houseperson to support our housekeeping team and help maintain the beautiful cottages, bungalows, and guest spaces throughout the property. In this role, you will assist with the daily operations of the housekeeping department, ensuring guest areas are clean, organized, and well stocked. The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, enjoys working behind the scenes to support the guest experience, and thrives in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist Guest Room Attendants with in-house laundry (linen removal, laundering, and restocking of).
• Clean and maintain public spaces in hotel, restaurant, and other spaces such as pool areas, spa, etc. Clean exterior public spaces such as sweeping patios, dusting exterior lighting of cobwebs, trash removal, etc. Regularly inspect high traffic areas.
• Moving of furniture and re-arranging as assigned. Assist with set up of table and chairs for in-house events or special promotions.
• Restock public area amenities.
• Trash removal.
• Dusting and sanitizing of surfaces
• Maintain guest and employee restrooms. Clean toilets, sinks, counters, and all bathroom areas.
• Sweep, vacuum, Swiffer, and mop floors to ensure high level of cleanliness.
• Greet and interact with guests as needed. Handle guest requests with professionalism and courtesy.
• Ensure discretion and respect guest privacy at all times.
• Communicate any lost and found items to front desk. Report immediately and turn over for secure proper storage.
• Restock laundry carts and housekeeping closets daily.
• Return heat/air conditioning to default temperature.
• Assist with housekeeping inventory tasks. Report low par levels and damage.
• Adhere to security procedures for the handling of all keys.
• Clean and organize the housekeeping area at the end of each shift, respectfully setting up the next shift for success.
• Communicate closely with other departments, such as when a guest reports a maintenance work order or front desk issue to be addressed. Use Whistle to submit maintenance tickets and monitor cross-departmental communication during shift.
• Assist guests with luggage especially for large groups when needed.
• Assist in keeping employee back of house areas clean, such as hallways, stairwells, employee entrances, restrooms, and lounge spaces.
• Attend departmental meetings and training sessions as required. Assist in training new staff as requested.
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and/or flexible hours based on business needs.
• Use safe work practices daily. Report any unsafe areas to maintenance and direct manager.
• Understand best practices in Emergency Evacuation Procedures, Accident Reporting, Right to Know Law, Written Information Security Program, Bloodborne Pathogen Procedures, and ensuring compliance with zero-tolerance policies including Anti-Harassment, Violence in the Workplace, or Influence in the Workplace.
• Comply with all time and attendance policies.
• Comply with all uniform, dress code, and appearance standards.

About Kennebunkport Resort Collection: The Kennebunkport Resort Collection is a portfolio of diverse, luxurious lodging and dining options offering stylish and unique hospitality in Kennebunk and Kennebunkport. Our growing hospitality group includes Hidden Pond//Earth at Hidden Pond, Tides Beach Club, Cape Arundel Inn & Resort//Ocean Restaurant, Kennebunkport Inn//The Burleigh Restaurant, Cottages at Cabot Cove, The Grand Hotel//Rosella, The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel & Restaurant, Yachtsman Hotel & Marina Club, and Lodge on the Cove//The Dory.

KRC is proud to offer competitive wellness options and perks for both Part Time- and Full-Time employees.

• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-funded $25K in complimentary life insurance and $1K/mo. in disability
• Optional Disability, Life and AD&D, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance options
• Additional Health & Wellness benefits including prescription and gym membership discounts
• Generous Paid Time Off package including Employer Paid Leave plus immediate Paid Vacation accruals
• Flexible and understanding work-life equality
• Family Matters Program of 3+ months paid parental leave for new parents
• 401k employer match, up to 4% of salary
• Competitive wages with ongoing market analysis with annual performance evaluations and compensation adjustments
• Discounted employee and immediate family hotel rates as low as $59 per night at EOS Hospitality portfolio locations
• Food and Beverage discount of 50% Off at EOS Hospitality portfolio locations
• Gold Card annual complimentary restaurant allowance for managers
• Discounted lodging rates from New England Inn & Resort Association partners
• Pathways for growth and professional development including training and tuition reimbursement
• Relocation assistance to temporary employer housing
• Incentive opportunities for both hourly and managerial roles
• Supportive, open workplace culture
• Company-funded Employee Assistance Program for life and mental health resources

Why Join our team? Join our community of ambitious, thoughtful, and dedicated hospitality professionals delivering exceptional guest experiences. At Kennebunkport Resort Collection, we encourage creativity, ownership, and problem-solving at all levels of our organization, and we are committed to weaving diversity, equity, and inclusion into every aspect of our business.

As a Kennebunkport Resort Collection employee, we welcome you to join us in making a community impact. Our KRC Cares team partners with community leaders and like-minded businesses to advance our community services, such as toy drives, beach cleanups, and other charitable causes around the community. Our Community Impact project allows a 1% Impact Fee to be donated to hand-picked local organizations focusing on affordable housing, protecting wildlife habitats, and creating spaces for the youth of our community.

Kennebunkport Resort Collection offers customized learning opportunities for all employees. We work to carve out a path for internal leaders with motivated career goals. Annual conferences, mentorships, scholastic reimbursements, internships, and company-funded leadership development opportunities are just some of the ways we support our associates.

Ready to learn more? Visit us online at www.kennebunkportresortcollection.com and explore our parent company, EOS Hospitality at www.eoshospitality.com for more information about the amazing ways we’re making a difference.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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