Job: Housekeeping Associate

Job: Housekeeping Associate

Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival
358 George Carter Road
Becket, MA 01223

Phone:413-243-9919
Website:jacobspillow.org

Company Description:
Jacob’s Pillow, a National Historic Landmark and recipient of the National Medal of Arts, is a year-round center for dance and home to America's longest-running international dance festival located in the beautiful Berkshires of Western Massachusetts. The Pillow encompasses the world-renowned international Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival, presenting more than 50 dance companies and over 350 events each summer; The School at Jacob’s Pillow, one of the most prestigious professional dance training centers in the U.S. Jacob’s Pillow is committed to providing an inclusive, diverse, accessible, and equitable environment that cultivates the celebration of the art of dance and its positive impact on communities. Jacob’s Pillow’s mission is to support dance creation, presentation, education, and preservation; and to engage and deepen public appreciation and support for dance. Organization-wide values include inclusion, leadership, integrity, flexibility, partnership, and sustainability. Jacob’s Pillow is a registered 501(c)(3) not for profit organization that provides equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state or federal law. This policy also prohibits employees from harassing any other employee for any reason including, but not limited to, race, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disabled status

Job Title:
Housekeeping Associate
Salary Range:	Location:
$22.00 - $25.00 Per Hour	Becket
Job Type:	Category:
Seasonal	Hospitality/Travel/Tourism
Education Level:	Work Experience:
High School or Equivalent Preferred	Up to One Year Required
Description:
Jacob’s Pillow seeks a Seasonal Housekeeping Associate to join the Facilities Department and work closely with/report directly to the Housekeeping & Hospitality Coordinator. This position is entrusted with cleaning, stocking, and hospitality services for 120 guest rooms, office spaces, public restrooms, studios, etc. on the Jacob’s Pillow campus. RESPONSIBILITIES Provides cleaning service for accommodations, all public restrooms, office spaces, studios, etc. Assists Housekeeping & Hospitality Coordinator with stock and reordering of all household and cleaning supplies. Performs light grocery shopping for guests or arranges catering services. Launders or schedules laundry services with vendors for all linens. Works with the Facilities department to request repairs, supplies, maintenance, and trash removal. Liaises with Programming on the schedule of accommodations and special needs. Assists Housekeeping & Hospitality Coordinator with key inventory for accommodations. Assists Housekeeping & Hospitality Coordinator with inventory of all household and office furniture and budgets and plans for annual replacements, as needed. Aids in the general upkeep of the Pillow campus by fulfilling needs, budgeting to meet needs, or soliciting help to fulfill needs.
Requirements:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Minimum 1 year of experience in the hotel industry, cleaning services, or related field. Ability to work independently and on a team. Strong attention to detail. Willingness to be helpful and adjust priorities at a moment's notice. Valid Driver’s License. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONs Prior event coordination, catering, restaurant, and/or hotel experience preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills. Basic computer skills (Google Suite). Organizational skills. Ability to anticipate complications and solve problems efficiently. WORKING CONDITIONS Working regularly in wooded areas with exposure to native wildlife, including, but not limited to, rodents, ticks, and mosquitos. Working regularly outdoors in all weather conditions, including inclement weather. Working a 5-day work week, including late evenings and weekends. Moving equipment up to 50 lbs alone or with assistance. Moving through and between multiple locations throughout the entire campus. Remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time. Working at heights above 6 feet. Ascending and descending straight and step ladders. Operating push-around or drivable person lifts, including at heights.