**Why us?** Iconic architecture, a thriving culinary scene, beautifully landscaped public spaces, and an array of museums are just part of what draws visitors to the Windy City. At The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago, a luxury hotel set atop Water Tower Place in the historic Gold Coast, guests will have every chance to explore the city, from shopping along Michigan Avenue to viewing famous works at the Art Institute. Yet with our hotel’s spa, rooftop lounge, locally inspired restaurant, indoor lap pool and spacious accommodations overlooking the city, guests may not want to leave the premises. Recognized as the gold standard of hospitality, The Ritz-Carlton selects only the most passionate and skilled hospitality professionals. As one of our Ladies and Gentlemen, you will reflect the values that make us the world’s finest luxury brand. Here, in a diverse environment where individual aspirations are fulfilled and quality of life is enhanced, you will be inspired to work alongside your fellow employees to bring special moments to life for our guests and each other. **Job Overview** Clean and maintain all corridors and public areas in accordance with all housekeeping procedures and standards and safety and security rules and regulations to ensure guest satisfaction. **Responsibilities** + Walk all assigned floors at beginning and end of shift; remove newspapers and service trays, empty trash receptacles + Remove trash and/or linens and note any areas that need immediate cleaning. + Clean all public areas in the prescribed manner while following safety and security procedures and regulations to include but not limited to: hallways, elevators, service areas, stairwells, etc. + Remove soiled linen, terry and trash from the service areas and take to the appropriate locations in the prescribed manner. + Aid section housekeepers as needed (i.e. bed boards, roll-ways, etc.). + Stock linen and supply closets to ensure par inventories. + Report any missing/found articles, damage or merchandise problems to the Senior Housekeeper or supervisor. + Respond to guest requests and questions and report guest issues and complaints in a hospitable manner to ensure guest satisfaction. **Qualifications** **Education/Formal Training** No formal education required. **Experience** No experience required **Knowledge/Skills** + Self-starting personality with an even disposition. + Ability to meet standards of appearance. + Ability to communicate with guests, housekeepers/main linen room attendant, supervisor. + Ability to assess required reaction to meet standards. **Physical Demands** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. + Pushing vacuum entire length of hallway, carrying supplies from department to assigned floor, carrying dirty linen to laundry shoot, removing room service trays and carrying dirty dishes to service area. + Bending/kneeling -dusting requires bending and kneeling to reach all areas. Room service trays are placed on floor for pick up. Bending would be required to retrieve dirty dishes. + Mobility -movement to reach all areas of responsibility to include: shelves, windows, ledges, pipes, under and around furniture. + Continuous standing -continuously standing and/or walking to accomplish all that is required for position. + Climbing stairs -approximately 40 steps 15% of 40 hour week. **Benefits** Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching Employee Assistance Program Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral **ID:** _2025-26329_ **Position Type:** _Regular Part-Time_ **Property** **:** _The Ritz Carlton Chicago_ **Outlet:** _Hotel_ **Category:** _Housekeeping & Laundry_ **_Address_** **:** _160 E Pearson St_ **_City_** **:** _Chicago_ **_State_** **:** _Illinois_ EOE Protected Veterans/Disability