Housekeeping Manager
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Housekeeping Manager

About the job

At Armani Hotel Milano, we are looking for a leader who has a natural flair for 5-star hospitality and a strong commitment to excellence. If you are detail oriented and possess leadership skills to oversee the operations of a housekeeping department, this is the job for you. Our Housekeeping Manager is responsible for managing both housekeeping and laundry departments while ensuring the alignment with Armani Hotel and LQA service standards. The position requires the ability to effectively interact with department heads, guests, employees in an efficient, constructive and positive manner. Attitude is just as important as knowledge.
  • Meals in our Staff canteen; Uniform and laundry service; Tailored training programs; Company discounts on Armani shops.
  • Department: Housekeeping

About you

Main duties & responsibilities:

Manage the organization and the development of the Housekeeping department in accordance with Armani’s standards and procedures;
Manage and organize inventories and requisition of linen, uniforms and all the goods and equipment used within Housekeeping;
Responsible for excellence in Housekeeping and Laundry;
Responsible for cost control and budget compliance on a daily basis;
Responsible for continuous research of new suppliers and service providers in order to retain costs within budgetary figures and improve quality standards;
Responsible for daily communication within the department as well as other departments, especially Front Office and Maintenance, to ensure a seamless experience to our guests;
Responsible for the supervision and décor of staff accommodation, lockers and back of the house;
Responsible for communicating with guests and taking care of their special requests concerning housekeeping and laundry.

Competencies required:

Communication skills: As one of the leaders of the Armani Hotel, the Housekeeping Manager communicates clearly and in an appropriate manner (both verbally and non-verbally) to ensure the smooth-running and consistency in Housekeeping and Laundry teams, the business and Armani Hotel. Shares information across the business in a timely manner to inform better decisions.

Emotional intelligence: shows the ability to be aware of, control and express one’s emotions and to handle interpersonal relationships. Uses emotional skills to identify problems and resolves them. Takes on challenges willingly in a confident manner. Seeks feedback about own performance to enhance self-awareness.

Collaboration: has a positive influence, provides assistance and shares information whilst showing respect. Is a role model for working collaboratively across the business. Shares successes and credits with the team.

Drive results: Set clear goals and expectations and maximize resource allocation to deliver an exceptional and consistent high level of service to internal and external customers by anticipating and exceeding their expectations. Measure, report and communicate business results to the broader team including but not limited to financial, guests satisfaction, LQA and employee engagement results.

Adaptability: Lead change programmes through the business and the team and explain why change is needed to ensure success. Efficiently prioritize and handle multiple demands and tasks.

Global perspective: Treats each other with respect and inclusiveness regardless of position, level or background.

We require:

Minimum 3 year of experience in a similar position in 5* hotels;
Ability to manage a large and multicultural team;
A key team-player.
Proficient in English
Excellent knowledge of Office
Previous experience in working with an outsourcing company
LQA Standard knowledge is a plus
  • Languages required: Italian and English.

The company

Welcome to Armani Hotel Milano, a five stars luxury hotel inaugurated in 2011 following a collaboration between Giorgio Armani S.p.A., one of the most prestigious fashion brands in the world, and Emaar Properties PJSC, the creator of iconic development projects.
Located in the heart of the famous Milan fashion district of Via Manzoni and Via Montenapoleone, just a few minutes away from the amazing Duomo cathedral and La Scala Theatre, the Armani Hotel Milano, with 95 luxury guestrooms and suites, is the second hotel of the brand Armani Hotels & Resorts after the Armani Hotel Dubai situated in the famous Burj Khalifa.
Armani Hotel Milano is the perfect place for a luxury experience made of comfort, privacy and beauty, in line with the Stay with Armani philosophy, which promises a “home-away-from-home” experience: we welcome every guest as our own, delivering a genuine home approach and a unique lifestyle experience.

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Housekeeping Manager

Milan, Italy

Full-time, 12 months

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