Blog Article
Celebrating Housekeeping Week 2024
Sep 08, 2024
Rhonda D.
Laundry Attendant
The Don CeSar Hotel
Rhonda has been with The Don CeSar Hotel for 43 years!
Why she enjoys working in Housekeeping/Laundry: After 43 years, Rhonda enjoys many aspects of her role in the laundry room. She is very dedicated and has only ever wanted to work in laundry. The two biggest reasons Rhona has loved working at the Don are her managers and her family life balance. She believes her managers truly care about their team’s happiness and development. She knows they have her back!
One way they show this is through flexibility and understanding around her family. Rhonda has a daughter with special needs, and a son that is terminally ill. Rhonda knows the leaders at the Don are here to support her through her life challenges, and her tenure represents the love she feels from, and for her job.
Odena G.
Room Attendant
Hotel Viking
Odena has been with Hotel Viking for 18 years!
Why she enjoys working in Housekeeping/Laundry: Odena exemplifies our Core Value of being passionate about what you do. Being the most senior room attendant, she is happy to meet & help train new team members and sets an example for them.
Charles H.
Lobby Attendant
Little Rock Marriott
Charles has been with Little Rock Marriott for 16 years!
Why he enjoys working in Housekeeping/Laundry: He loves working with his co-workers, his managers, and most of all the guests. He loves meeting interesting people and interacting with our guests and making their stay more enjoyable. As a lobby attendant, he has interactions that many team members don’t have and enjoys making their stay more comfortable.
Ernesto H.
Director of Housekeeping
Embassy Suites Nashville Downtown
Ernesto has been with Embassy Suites Nashville Downtown for 1 1/2 years.
Why he enjoys working in Housekeeping/Laundry: “I enjoy working in Housekeeping because of the people! We have fun every single day but are serious when we need to be. Our team enjoys spending time with each other. Housekeeping leadership dedicates time to our team members to give feedback or provide additional training when needed. We make sure that they have everything they need to be successful at their job. These things allowed us to receive 100% in cleanliness on our recent Hilton QA audit!”
Garnia P.
Room Attendant
Three Waters Resort
Garnia has been with Three Waters Resort for 5 years.
Why she enjoys working in Housekeeping/Laundry: “I like working in Housekeeping because I can see the results of my work right away. It’s satisfying to know I’m helping create a clean and comfortable space for guests. I also enjoy the teamwork and the sense of accomplishment we share when we get things done well together.”
Melina P.
Lobby/Public Area Attendant
La Siesta Resort & Marina
Melina has been with La Siesta Resort & Marina for 8 years.
Why she enjoys working in Housekeeping/Laundry: She likes working as the lobby attendant because she gets to interact with the most guests daily and gets to see all of the new guests and repeat guests she remembers from her 8 years at La Siesta.
Carolina R.
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Lobby Attendant
Carolina has been with Paradise Point Resort & Spa for 4 years and 7 months.
Why she enjoys working in Housekeeping/Laundry: “I really enjoy my job because I like being physically active. I’m motivated by seeing the smiles and joy of people when they arrive at our property, watching them enjoy our beautiful hotel with their families. It makes me proud to contribute to keeping our hotel clean, providing a pleasant experience for our visitors. Additionally, I love being part of this great Housekeeping team, always dynamic and cheerful, where I feel supported and learn from everyone day by day.”
Clara R.
Hyatt Regency Cincinnati
Houseperson
Clara has been with Hyatt Regency Cincinnati for 36 1/2 years!
Why she enjoys working in Housekeeping/Laundry: “I love the freedom to work independently, yet as a team. I know if I ever get overwhelmed there is always someone there to help me. I love the consistent hours and there are new challenges every day!”
Chantal S.
Bicycle Street Inn
Housekeeping Supervisor
Chantal has been with Bicycle Street Inn for 5 years.
Why she enjoys working in Housekeeping/Laundry: “Working in housekeeping is enjoyable because it allows me to create a clean and welcoming environment. The immediate results of my efforts provide a sense of accomplishment, and the chance to interact with guests adds to the rewarding experience of contributing to their comfort.”
Mereya T.
Housekeeping Supervisor
The Alexander Hotel
Mereya has been with The Alexander Hotel for 2 years.
Why she enjoys working in Housekeeping/Laundry: Mereya loves housekeeping because of the teamwork and comradery. She loves being a part of making every guest feel special.
Soso Y.
Lobby Attendant
Margaritaville Hotel Nashville
Soso has been with Margaritaville Hotel Nashville for 4 1/2 years.
Why she enjoys working in Housekeeping/Laundry: Soso loves her job because of the people she works with. Everyone feels like family and that’s beyond the best reason to love working for Margaritaville Hotel Nashville.
Ofelia Z.
Laundry Attendant
Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort
Ofelia has been with Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort for 7 months, since day 1.
Why she enjoys working in Housekeeping/Laundry: Ofelia loves her job. She enjoys working with Margaritaville and loves what she does in the laundry department.
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