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Assistant Housekeeping Manager Jobs in Doha, Qatar at Central Inn Souq Waqif Hotel
Title: Assistant Housekeeping Manager
Company: Central Inn Souq Waqif Hotel
Location: Doha, Qatar
Company Description Central Inn Souq Waqif Hotel is a hospitality property located in the heart of Doha, Qatar, near the vibrant Souq Waqif market. The hotel focuses on delivering comfortable accommodations and attentive service to a diverse range of guests, including leisure and business travelers. Team members are encouraged to contribute to a welcoming environment and high standards of cleanliness and safety. The property aims to combine local cultural charm with modern amenities, offering guests an enjoyable and reliable stay experience.
Role Description The Assistant Housekeeping Manager is a full-time, on-site role based at Central Inn Souq Waqif Hotel in Doha, Qatar. This role supports the Housekeeping Manager in overseeing daily housekeeping operations, including guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces to maintain high cleanliness and presentation standards. Day-to-day responsibilities include assigning and supervising housekeeping staff, monitoring quality of room cleaning, coordinating with laundry services, managing inventory of linens and cleaning supplies, and ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures. The Assistant Housekeeping Manager also assists with scheduling, onboarding and training new team members, addressing guest requests or service issues promptly, and collaborating with front office and maintenance teams to ensure rooms are ready on time. The role requires hands-on leadership on the floors, regular inspections of guest rooms and public areas, and the ability to support continuous improvement in service and efficiency.
Qualifications
- Strong supervisory skills with experience leading housekeeping or hotel operations teams, including task allocation and performance monitoring.
- Knowledge of laundry processes, linen management, and housekeeping procedures to ensure consistent cleanliness and fabric care standards.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills, with the ability to respond to guest needs professionally and coordinate effectively with colleagues.
- Experience participating in or supporting hiring activities, such as interviewing, selecting, and integrating new housekeeping staff.
- Ability to conduct room and area inspections, maintain quality control, and follow safety, hygiene, and infection-control guidelines.
- Good organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple priorities during peak periods.
- Previous experience in a hotel or hospitality housekeeping leadership role is highly preferred.
- Basic computer skills for handling housekeeping reports, inventory tracking, and scheduling tools.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as required by hotel operations.
- Proficiency in English; additional language skills commonly used in Doha are an advantage.