Assistant Executive Housekeeper

About the role

The Assistant Executive Housekeeper supports the Executive Housekeeper in leading the housekeeping operations of Waldorf Astoria Dubai International Financial Centre, a Forbes Five‑Star luxury hotel. The role ensures the highest standards of cleanliness, presentation and guest satisfaction across rooms, public areas and facilities.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and oversee daily to annual housekeeping activities to maximise efficiency and service consistency.
• Conduct regular inspections of guest rooms, public areas and back‑of‑house spaces to ensure compliance with brand and Forbes Five‑Star standards.
• Lead, coach and develop housekeeping supervisors and team members, managing performance and training.
• Manage inventory, linen control, guest amenities and departmental cost‑control measures while meeting budget targets.
• Collaborate with engineering, front office and other departments to resolve maintenance issues and enhance guest experience.

Required profile

• Current experience as an Assistant Executive Housekeeper or similar senior housekeeping leadership role in a luxury hotel.
• Strong knowledge of Forbes Five‑Star standards, sanitation practices and health‑safety regulations.
• Proven people‑management skills with the ability to coach, motivate and develop teams.
• Excellent organisational and communication abilities, capable of coordinating multiple priorities.
• Experience with inventory management, budgeting and cost‑control principles.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Property Management Systems (PMS).
• Advanced use of Microsoft Office applications.