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Skills You Need to Develop to Perform as a Housekeeper

10/18/2022

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The role of a housekeeper is very significant, both in private and public facilities. Cleanliness is essential for a healthy society. To be a successful housekeeper, you need to master certain skills to get the job perfectly done. This set of skills will always make you stand out, and also land you great gigs. This guide shows you some of the most vital skills every professional housekeeper needs.
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Who is a Housekeeper?

A housekeeper is employed to deliver all kinds of cleaning work. This could be in a commercial setting (such as a hotel), or a private household. Some of the duties and roles of a typical housekeeper are:

  • Mopping ;
  • Scrubbing ;
  • Dusting furniture and fittings ;
  • Sweeping ;
  • Vacuum-cleaning rugs ;
  • Polishing floors ;
  • Carpets and draperies.

They are also in charge of cleaning washbasins, emptying and cleaning trash containers, tubs and showers, mirrors, and many more. 

5 Key Skills Every Housekeeper Must Have

To be a sort-after housekeeper, having the following skills is essential:

  • Interpersonal skills
You will be working directly with your clients as a housekeeper. You need to learn how to work peacefully with others while getting things done. The skills you need here include teamwork as well as being responsible.

  • Reliability 
As a competent housekeeper, being reliable is key. Again, you must be dedicated to your work. Be loyal to your employer and always deliver excellent jobs.  If you have previous work experience, you would have built a reputation for reliability. You are doing a good job at this if your employer can trust you. Be passionate about your work and stay dedicated.

  • Time management
As a housekeeper, you will either work with a group or you'll be working alone. And because you will be required to finish a set of talking every day, you must manage your time effectively. This is a useful skill to get things done on time. You must be punctual in all cleaning appointments. Always finish within the time frame allocated by your clients too. This will improve your reputation.

  • Communication
This job requires you to always communicate with your employer, supervisors, and co-workers, to make sure that all expectations are met. You need to understand what needs to be done before you begin working. This is why you need to develop your communication skills. Don't overlook significant components, ask questions.
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  • Organization 
Organizational skills will also be useful for you as a housekeeper. You will be arranging several things to keep them in order and neat. For instance, towels look good when they are well folded and hung. Mastering the art of organization will help you stand out in this profession. A well-arranged and organized room can only offer your clients more relaxation and comfort.
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Housekeeping Hard Skills

There are also hard skills every housekeeper needs to master to be a pro in their jobs. These skills are needed to carry out certain works. Some of these hard skills include polishing, carpet cleaning, infection control, deep cleaning, window treatment cleaning, and bathroom and bedroom cleaning, among others.

The job of a housekeeper is a noble one. If you want to be good for a housekeeper job, you need to learn how to master the skills discussed above. They can only help you secure great jobs, either in the private or public setting.
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Ruxandra Albu link
10/27/2022 10:41:00 am

Hi, I’m interested for this job offer
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