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Housekeeping Manager

Perform any combination of light cleaning duties to maintain private households or commercial establishments, such as hotels and hospitals, in a clean and orderly manner. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across Saudi with 4 recent postings.

GCC postings
4
Active markets
1
Typical experience
2+ years
In brief

A Housekeeping Manager in the GCC region requires lean, Excel, compliance, customer service, communication. Perform any combination of light cleaning duties to maintain private households or commercial establishments, such as hotels and hospitals, in a clean and orderly manner. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.

Salary snapshot

What a Housekeeping Manager earns in the UAE

Median monthly gross in AED for a mid-level Housekeeping Manager. See the full breakdown by country and seniority.

25th percentile
11,000
Median
16,500
75th percentile
24,000
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Key responsibilities
  • 01supporting initiatives Coach, develop, and inspire a high
  • 02performing housekeeping team Partner closely with Rooms and Operations to ensure smooth guest
  • 03Keep storage areas and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy.
  • 04Carry linens, towels, toilet items, and cleaning supplies, using wheeled carts.
  • 05Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met.
  • 06Empty wastebaskets, empty and clean ashtrays, and transport other trash and waste to disposal areas.
  • 07Sweep, scrub, wax, or polish floors, using brooms, mops, or powered scrubbing and waxing machines.
  • 08Replenish supplies, such as drinking glasses, linens, writing supplies, and bathroom items.
  • 09Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies, using vacuum cleaners and shampooers.
  • 10Wash windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork, waxing and polishing as necessary.
  • 11Dust and polish furniture and equipment.
Required qualifications
  • — . CORE WORK ACTIVITIES Managing Housekeeping Operations and Budgets
  • — Verifies guest room status is communicated to the Front Desk in a timely and efficient manner.
  • — Inspects guestrooms on a daily basis.
  • — Obtains list of rooms to be cleaned immediately and list of prospective check
  • — outs or discharges to prepare work assignments.
  • — Inventories stock to verify adequate supplies.
  • — Supports and supervises an effective inspection program for all guestrooms and public space.
  • — Understands the impact of department’s operations on the overall property financial goals and objectives and manages to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.
Preferred qualifications
  • — Participates in departmental meetings and continually communicates a clear and consistent message regarding the departmental goals to produce desired results. Conducting Human Resources Activities
  • — opening experience preferred) Proven track record of achieving excellent cleanliness scores Strong commercial acumen with experience in cost and productivity management Excellent problem
Education requirements
  • — Diploma

Required skills

leanexcelcompliancecustomer servicecommunicationnegotiationerpCoordination

Preferred skills

Service OrientationTime Management

Tools & technologies

excelerpteamsBlinkComputerized bed control system softwareComputerized maintenance management system CMMSEkoEmail softwareFacebookInventory tracking softwareMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Windows

Hiring companies we see

  • FAENA
  • The Ritz-Carlton
  • Hyatt Place Al Ula

Hired across

  • saudi
FAQ

  • What does a Housekeeping Manager do in the GCC?

    A Housekeeping Manager in the GCC performs core duties related to lean, Excel, compliance, adapted to the regional business environment and regulatory framework.

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Housekeeping Manager?

    Typically a Diploma is required, with 2+ years of experience in the field.

  • What is the demand for Housekeeping Manager in the GCC?

    The role is actively hired across Saudi, with consistent demand from both local and multinational employers.

  • What skills are needed for a Housekeeping Manager role?

    Key skills include lean, Excel, compliance, customer service, communication, negotiation, along with strong communication and teamwork abilities.

  • Do I need Arabic to work as a Housekeeping Manager in the GCC?

    Arabic language proficiency is often preferred but not always required. It depends on the employer, sector, and client-facing nature of the role.

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