The Heathman Hotel is where Portland’s cultural legacy meets timeless hospitality. Since 1927, it has stood as a gathering place for artists, writers, performers, and travelers drawn to the creative spirit of the city. Rooted in history yet thoughtfully evolved for the modern guest, The Heathman blends classic elegance with contemporary comfort in the heart of downtown Portland.
The Houseperson is the silent hero of the housekeeping department. This individual takes pride in everything that they do and views their role as critical in getting the housekeeping department ready for action.
Requested Tasks
- Remove trash and lines from guestrooms based on standards
- Maintain the cleanliness of the corridors, stairs and guest’s amenities, i.e. Nooks/hydration stations
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of linen closets
- Clean and maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the property lobbies, hallways, public restrooms, and public areas of the hotel
- Deep clean assigned areas of the property including shampooing of rooms and elevators
- Deliver housekeeping items to guest rooms upon requests
- Check and replenish supplies and cleaning tools
- Greet each guest warmly and professionally
Requested Capabilities
- Attention to detail
- Approachable personality
- Guest/Team Member-first attitude
- Maintain team spirit
As part of the Makeready collection, we proudly offer a variety of thoughtful benefits and perks for eligible team members including accommodating PTO/PTO exchange, medical/dental/vision benefits, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance, company-matched dependent care & 401k, student loan repayment program and a wide range of additional ancillary benefits. The health, happiness and well-being of our team is our top priority.
We take pride in our Guiding Principles to help define how we successfully work together. We follow them not out of duty but live by them instinctively.
Makeready LLC and its affiliated entities are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member as their true independent self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.
Skills Required
- Perform housekeeping tasks including trash removal, corridor and public area cleaning, deep cleaning and shampooing
- Maintain organization and cleanliness of linen closets and housekeeping supply areas
- Check, replenish, and maintain cleaning supplies and tools
- Deliver housekeeping items to guest rooms upon request
- Greet guests warmly and professionally
- Attention to detail
- Approachable personality and guest/team-member first attitude
- Ability to maintain team spirit and work collaboratively
What We Do
Makeready is a place maker, a company specializing in branding, design, & operations of hotels, restaurants, retail, & other experiential platforms. At its core, hospitality is about sharing. It is the act of opening one’s doors, asking others to come in, and showing them kindness and respect. We believe that our preparation gives us the opportunity to make a difference in a guest’s stay. Through careful preparation we lay the groundwork for a guest’s experience, and in dedication to thoughtful execution we strive to bring it home. We are committed to creating unique experiences where all feel welcome, cared for, and ultimately valued. Because in this we have the greatest opportunity to have a positive impact on the world around us—starting with the person in front of us.
