Course Overview
From the moment a guest walks through the doors of a hotel the level of cleanliness is something they are aware of. A carpet with bits on it, a greasy reception desk, smeary lift controls, and corridors that have not been vacuumed don’t give the confidence that the room is going to be any better.
Learning Objectives
- Describe professional standards of key cleaning techniques and why they are use
- Apply the techniques to a range of fixtures and fittings
- Identify safety and hygiene standards
Target Audience
Housekeeping is often a misunderstood department. It is not just about flicking dusters around and making beds. Undoubtedly it is hard work but Houskeeping has an extremely valuable role to play in the reputation of a hotel and levels of guest satisfaction. There are great development and career opportunities in Housekeeping, locally, nationally and internationally. Operational housekeeping staff in hotels and guesthouses. Professional Housekeeping can be used for new staff to support internal on job training, to set a benchmark of Housekeeping standards for the whole team, to support the development of knowledge behind the practice, as part of your own training schemes or by people wishing to gain knowledge of the Housekeeping role in order to apply for a job. Businesses may avoid training casual or agency staff as it is an additional cost and the turnover is high but using our inclusive programmes these staff can be planned into routine training at no extra cost. approach. Professional Housekeeping will contribute to the guided learning hours for staff undertaking the Housekeeping pathway in the Hospitality Team Member apprenticeship.
Duration
60 minutes
