Maid (Hotel)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Customer Service and Food Service Occupations
- Minor : Inn and Hotel Customer Service Staff
Summary
Job providing a comfortable guest accommodation environment through cleaning hotel rooms and surrounding areas, replenishing supplies, etc.
Description
Hotel maids handle bed making in guest rooms, cleaning bathrooms and floors, replenishing amenities, exchanging linens, and inspecting/managing supplies inventory. They provide clean and comfortable spaces while offering attentive service to guest requests and coordinating with front desk and housekeeping teams. Work is shift-based, requiring operations from early morning to late night across various time slots. Maintaining high hygiene standards and efficient task completion within limited time is essential.
Future Outlook
Labor shortages expected to persist with recovery in domestic and international travel demand, while coexistence with automation technologies like robot vacuums is anticipated.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Patient / Polite and Courteous / Strong Cleanliness Awareness / Team-Oriented
Work Style
Career Path
Junior Housekeeper → Senior Housekeeper → Housekeeping Leader → Housekeeping Manager → Lodging Department Manager
Required Skills
Amenities Management / Bed Making / Cleaning Supplies Handling / Guest Service Etiquette / Linen Management
Recommended Skills
Contingency Response / English (Basic) / Hospitality Skills / Hygiene Management Knowledge / Teamwork
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Necessary to maintain cleanliness in every detail when cleaning hotel guest rooms. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina required for long cleaning sessions and luggage handling. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mostly routine tasks, so little creativity is required. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Most work follows instructions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | No numerical analysis required. |
Aliases
- Housekeeper
- Room Attendant
- Room Maid
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