Housekeeping Supervisor Intern (F/M/X)

Job description

Company Description

Life is a journey. Live it well.

Conveniently located where travelers want to be, Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts provides guests with the opportunity to stay in the heart of top locations worldwide, where they confidently explore the very greatest each destination has to offer. The brand remains true to its roots, successfully combining genuine Swiss hospitality with intelligent design and local flair. With social responsibility at the forefront and a genuine commitment to positively impact the destination it calls home, every Swissôtel upholds industry-leading sustainability standards. This all comes together to provide guests with a peace of mind that is authentically Swiss.

Swissôtel Amsterdam has been part of the luxury segment of the international hotel chain Accor Hotels for 9 years. The four star boutique hotel is located in the vibrant heart of Amsterdam, which ensures that both business and leisure guests use our hotel as the perfect base for their stay in Amsterdam. Thanks to our luxurious 114 rooms & suites, authentic service and location, we can call ourselves one of the best operating hotels in Amsterdam. 

Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic Housekeeping Supervisor Intern (F/M/X) to join our team in Amsterdam, Netherlands. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in housekeeping management within a dynamic hospitality environment.

·  Assist the Housekeeping Manager in overseeing daily operations
·  Managing the performance of work by own employees: chambermaids, minibar attendants, evening employees and employees of the cleaning of public areas
·  Minibar organization
·  Help coordinate and schedule housekeeping staff
·  Conduct room inspections to ensure cleanliness and adherence to standards
·  Support inventory management of cleaning supplies and linens
·  Participate in training new housekeeping staff members
·  Assist in implementing and maintaining quality control procedures
·  Contribute to the development of efficient cleaning processes
·  Help address guest concerns related to housekeeping services
·  Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operations
·  Assist in creating and updating housekeeping reports

Qualifications

·  Currently pursuing a MBO or HBO study in hotel/hospitality management or related field
·  Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
·  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
·  Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage time effectively
·  Basic computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office suite
·  Fluency in English; Dutch or other languages are advantageous
·  Basic knowledge of housekeeping operations and standards
·  Willingness to learn and adapt to new processes and technologies
·  Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
·  Demonstrated leadership potential and a proactive attitude

Additional Information

·  Work within a highly motivated and enthusiastic team at one of the best-operating hotels in Amsterdam
·  Receive a competitive internship allowance
·  Enjoy yearly staff parties and team-building activities to support team cohesion
·  Learn directly from a highly experienced Housekeeping Manager
·  Potential for a permanent position after your internship, depending on availability and performance, or receive a referral within Accor to work at another hotel in the group
·  Take charge of your learning path — we're always open to suggestions for improvement. Be proactive, and your idea could become your own project!
·  Get access to an excellent Learning & Development platform offered by Accor, as well as our internal Wizzflix app tailored to departmental needs