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Maid / Valet

You are responsible for cleaning and tidying up the rooms, bathrooms and common areas in compliance with hygiene procedures and the quality charter. You also check the proper functioning of all the equipment in each room, restock the latter with hospitality products.

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Training

Ideally a degree in hospitality (CAP, BEP, Certificate of Professional Qualification), or significant experience

Qualities

Organization, rigor, attention to detail, sense of cleanliness, speed of execution, good physical condition, discretion

Average salaries

Average salary: 22 k€ gross annual

Skills

Management of working time, guarantor of the cleanliness of the rooms. You attach great importance to the quality of the rooms, and these must be irreproachable for the well-being of the customers.

Outlook

Housekeeper
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Our professionals testify

I like to manage my own schedule and organize my work

Kim, Maid in a 3 star hotel

Tell us about your background:

I have a rather commercial background, as I have studied in this direction, but the chance of a meeting a year ago has made me exercise this profession today.

What is a typical day?

The day begins with the setting up of breakfast, then the preparation of the room and then the treatment of the restaurant linen and finally the maintenance of the rooms as the customers leave.

What do you appreciate the most in your role?

I appreciate the independence that this job offers me, I like to manage my schedule myself and organize my work. In addition, in a small business, you are lucky enough to be in contact with customers who ask you about the region, places to visit, etc.

What qualities do you need to have to do this job?

You have to know how to be rigorous, patient, adaptable, courageous and versatile.

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