Guest Room Cleaner (Hotel・Ryokan)
きゃくしつせいそういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that cleans and maintains guest rooms in ryokans and hotels, providing comfortable spaces through bed making, amenity replenishment, etc.
Description
Guest room cleaners handle the cleaning and maintenance of guest rooms in hotels and ryokans to ensure guests can stay comfortably. Main tasks include bed making, wiping floors and furniture, vacuuming, cleaning bathrooms and toilets, replenishing amenities, trash collection, ventilation, etc. The work involves sequentially visiting multiple guest rooms and efficiently completing them within limited time. In many cases, it follows a shift system with early and late shifts, centered on part-time and solo work. Attention to detail, physical stamina, and time management skills are important, and tasks are advanced in coordination with teams and other departments.
Future Outlook
While job demand is stable with the recovery of the tourism industry, there is a possibility of advancing introduction of cleaning robots and labor-saving measures.
Personality Traits
Good team player / Meticulous / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Housekeeper → Cleaning leader → Cleaning supervisor → Manager (cleaning department) → Facility operations staff
Required Skills
Basic hygiene management knowledge / Bed making / Operation of cleaning tools / Time management skills
Recommended Skills
Customer service manners / English conversation (beginner level)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to maintain cleanliness without missing even small dirt or damage. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required because many guest rooms are cleaned in a day. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the work is routine and requires little creative thinking. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because calculations and quantitative analysis are hardly required. |
Aliases
- Housekeeper
Related Jobs
- Bed Making Staff
- Cleaner
- Guest Room Maintenance Staff