Housekeeping supervisor - Raffles The Red Sea📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Raffles Hotels & Resorts is seeking a dedicated Housekeeping Supervisor to join the pre-opening team at Raffles The Red Sea. This new luxury resort is part of Saudi Arabia's Red Sea Project, located in Umluj, Tabuk. The role is essential in establishing the resort's renowned elegance and luxury, integrating gracious service with the natural beauty and sustainability principles of Red Sea Global. The resort will feature 361 rooms, 11 dining concepts, and a spa.

As a Housekeeping Supervisor, you will be responsible for ensuring impeccable cleanliness, presentation, and guest experience across all resort areas. You will lead and motivate housekeeping and public area staff, maintaining high standards of service excellence and operational efficiency during the pre-opening phase and ongoing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily housekeeping operations for guest rooms, suites, public areas, and back-of-house spaces.
• Conduct thorough inspections to ensure adherence to Raffles' cleanliness, presentation, and brand standards.
• Ensure timely preparation and release of rooms, prioritizing arrivals and VIP requirements.
• Monitor the proper handling, storage, and efficient use of cleaning supplies, linens, and equipment.
• Ensure guest rooms reflect meticulous attention to detail in amenity placement, linen quality, and overall ambiance.
• Address guest requests and housekeeping concerns promptly, professionally, and discreetly.
• Coordinate special setups, turn-down services, and in-room arrangements for VIP guests and special occasions.
• Support service recovery by ensuring swift corrective actions and follow-up on issues.
• Lead, coach, and motivate housekeeping and public area staff to uphold the service culture and work ethics.
• Conduct daily briefings to communicate priorities, VIP movements, and quality expectations.
• Provide on-the-job training and continuous feedback to maintain high performance standards.
• Assist with performance evaluations, scheduling, and attendance monitoring for the housekeeping team.
• Liaise with Front Office, Guest Relations, Engineering, and Laundry departments for seamless operations.
• Communicate room status updates accurately through the property management system.
• Report maintenance issues, damages, or safety concerns to relevant departments.
• Enforce Raffles' grooming, hygiene, and workplace safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with hotel policies, environmental initiatives, and sustainability practices.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding guest information.
• Ensure adherence to all health, safety, and security procedures.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A minimum of 2 to 4 years of experience in Housekeeping within a luxury or five-star hotel environment.
• Previous supervisory experience in housekeeping is preferred.
• A Diploma or certificate in Hospitality Management or Housekeeping Operations is considered an advantage.
• Experience in pre-opening hotel operations is a mandatory requirement.
• Demonstrated understanding of ultra-luxury guest expectations and brand alignment.
• Experience in project coordination, scheduling, and document control during pre-opening stages is beneficial.

Required Skills

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a strong quality orientation.
• Ability to effectively train, motivate, and manage a diverse team.
• Effective communication and coordination skills.
• Proficient time management and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with housekeeping systems and property management systems is an advantage.
• A proactive and anticipatory approach with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Impeccable grooming and personal presentation aligned with luxury standards.

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Umluj, Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. The role requires flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and holidays. A calm, methodical, and composed demeanor is expected, particularly under pressure. A guest-focused mindset with pride in delivering excellence is essential. The ideal candidate will be trustworthy, discreet, and dependable.