Housekeeping Manager at Havila Hotel Geiranger
Geiranger is one of Norway’s most popular holiday destinations. Havila Hotel Geiranger is located right by the Geirangerfjord, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Norway’s top tourist attractions. The hotel features 151 guest rooms, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars.
Qualifications
- Proficiency in a Scandinavian language and English is required for this position.
- Vocational certificate in cleaning is preferred.
- 2+ years of experience as a housekeeping manager/cleaning supervisor or similar role.
- Hotel experience is an advantage.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate the cleaning team to ensure high standards of cleanliness across all areas.
- Develop and implement cleaning plans while ensuring efficient use of resources.
- Manage orders and inventory of cleaning products and equipment.
- Prepare work schedules for all staff in the department in compliance with Norwegian labor laws.
- Ensure all cleaning services adhere to health and safety standards.
- Train and supervise staff within your department.
- Recruit team members for your department.
- Manage employee housing assignments.
- Ensure your storage areas are stocked according to hotel needs throughout the season, and inspect and approve cleanouts during employee relocations.
- Oversee the hotel’s entire staff uniform inventory.
- Coordinate and collaborate with other hotel departments and department heads.
- Actively participate in management meetings.
Personal Attributes
- Service-oriented toward guests and staff.
- Stay updated on the latest in labor laws, cleaning techniques, and technology within your field.
- Take pride in your tasks and show commitment to your profession.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Good listener, mentor, and communicator.
- Detail-oriented and diligent in following instructions and routines.
- Passionate about providing excellent service to our guests and unafraid to speak up.
What We Offer:
- Competitive terms for the right candidate.
- Exciting position with responsibility and challenges.
- Career opportunities within the Havila Group.
- Network of supportive colleagues.
- Positive work environment.
- Part of a major tourism venture.
- A dynamic and varied role.
- Excellent development opportunities and competitive conditions.
- Opportunity to influence and improve work processes.
For the right person, this can be a full-time, year-round position.
Start Date: March 2025