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How to hire a housekeeping manager

Housekeeping manager hiring summary. Here are some key points about hiring housekeeping managers in the United States:

  • HR departments typically spend 15% of their expenses on recruitment.
  • It usually takes about 12 weeks for a new employee to reach full productivity levels.
  • It typically takes 36-42 days to fill a job opening.
  • The median cost to hire a housekeeping manager is $1,633.
  • Small businesses spend an average of $1,105 per housekeeping manager on training each year, while large companies spend $658.
  • There are currently 87,863 housekeeping managers in the US and 30,854 job openings.
  • New York, NY, has the highest demand for housekeeping managers, with 43 job openings.
  • New York, NY has the highest concentration of housekeeping managers.

How to hire a housekeeping manager, step by step

To hire a housekeeping manager, consider the skills and experience you are looking for in a candidate, allocate a budget for the position, and post and promote the job opening to reach potential candidates. Follow these steps to hire a housekeeping manager:

Here's a step-by-step housekeeping manager hiring guide:

  • Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
  • Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
  • Step 3: Make a budget
  • Step 4: Write a housekeeping manager job description
  • Step 5: Post your job
  • Step 6: Interview candidates
  • Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new housekeeping manager
  • Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

What does a housekeeping manager do?

A housekeeping manager is responsible for overseeing the general maintenance operations, ensuring the cleanliness and safety of all facilities, as well as inspecting the working conditions of tools and equipment. Housekeeping managers monitor the adequacy of maintenance inventory, coordinate with suppliers and third-party vendors, and develop quality upgrade plans for floor layouts. They also report damaged materials and facilities for immediate repairs and report incidents that may cause operational delays to prevent hazards in the premises.

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  1. Identify your hiring needs

    Before you post your housekeeping manager job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a housekeeping manager for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

    Determine employee vs contractor status
    Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

    You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a housekeeping manager to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a housekeeping manager that fits the bill.

    This list presents housekeeping manager salaries for various positions.

    Type of Housekeeping ManagerDescriptionHourly rate
    Housekeeping Manager$15-30
    Janitorial SupervisorA janitorial supervisor acts as an overseer to the janitorial staff. Their job is to monitor and assist day-to-day work, schedule shifts, and work hours with other crew members... Show more$12-20
    Custodial SupervisorA custodial supervisor oversees an organization's the custodial team. They develop plans and strategies to maintain the cleanliness of buildings and facilities, supervise the performance of custodial staff, delegate responsibilities, set goals and objectives, and solve issues and concerns when any arise... Show more$12-21
  2. Create an ideal candidate profile

    Common skills:
    • Cleanliness
    • Guest Rooms
    • Customer Service
    • Guest Service
    • Front Desk
    • Room Attendants
    • Corrective Action
    • Quality Standards
    • Reservations
    • OSHA
    • Exceptional Guest
    • Guest Satisfaction
    • Safety Standards
    • Housemen
    Check all skills
    Responsibilities:
    • Manage daily operation of hundreds of rooms, including VIP rooms, public areas, and amenities.
    • Manage payroll process for housekeeping department occasionally.
    • Operate within OSHA and safety standards within housekeeping department.
    • Train in proper chemical procedures of MSDS and Ecolab safety.
    • Have worked with cleaning chemicals and have knowledge of the safety requirements and MSDS.
    • Train employees in various areas within the housekeeping, including proper VIP set up of guestrooms and suites.
    More housekeeping manager duties
  3. Make a budget

    Including a salary range in the housekeeping manager job description is a good way to get more applicants. A housekeeping manager salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

    For example, the average salary for a housekeeping manager in Missouri may be lower than in Connecticut, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level housekeeping manager. Additionally, a housekeeping manager with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

    Average housekeeping manager salary

    $46,017yearly

    $22.12 hourly rate

    Entry-level housekeeping manager salary
    $32,000 yearly salary
    Updated January 22, 2026

    Average housekeeping manager salary by state

    RankStateAvg. salaryHourly rate
    1New York$63,595$31
    2New Jersey$62,325$30
    3Massachusetts$58,618$28
    4Virginia$57,818$28
    5District of Columbia$56,074$27
    6California$54,651$26
    7Washington$53,034$26
    8Michigan$51,627$25
    9Colorado$51,279$25
    10Illinois$51,129$25
    11Pennsylvania$50,574$24
    12Minnesota$48,428$23
    13Maine$45,652$22
    14Texas$45,583$22
    15Nevada$44,581$21
    16Tennessee$42,519$20
    17Ohio$42,182$20
    18Arizona$41,412$20
    19North Carolina$41,250$20
    20Nebraska$40,506$19

    Average housekeeping manager salary by company

    RankCompanyAverage salaryHourly rateJob openings
    1Columbia Property Trust$69,144$33.24
    2Loews$59,834$28.771
    3Regional Medical Center- Orangeburg$58,613$28.181
    4North Shore Healthcare$58,461$28.111
    5United Service Technologies$57,583$27.68
    6Aspen Snowmass$56,624$27.226
    7Hilton Grand Vacations$53,982$25.9546
    8Heartland Home Health Inc.$53,860$25.89
    9Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants$53,783$25.8632
    10HEI Hotels & Resorts$52,676$25.3221
    11BJC HealthCare$52,276$25.1316
    12Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts$51,121$24.5819
    13Erickson Senior Living$51,065$24.554
    14Fairmont Schools$50,984$24.513
    15Radisson Hotels International Inc$50,804$24.43
    16Hyatt Hotels$50,724$24.3969
    17Rosewood Hotels & Resorts$50,454$24.261
    18Sun Communities$50,210$24.141
    19W Holding Company$50,162$24.12
    20Bunkhouse$49,940$24.01
  4. Writing a housekeeping manager job description

    A good housekeeping manager job description should include a few things:

    • Summary of the role
    • List of responsibilities
    • Required skills and experience

    Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a housekeeping manager job description:

    Housekeeping manager job description example

    795 Pollard Blvd. SW, Atlanta, GA 30315

    WellBorn Housekeeping Manager Job Description - $12/Hour

    WellBorn Management owns and manages numerous hotel properties that offer its employees great training, development opportunities, and a long-term home-base for those who like to work hard for a quality organization. In return for your hard work we offer a competitive benefits package which can be tailored to your needs.

    Housekeeping Manager Summary: Housekeeping Managers are responsible for planning and directing the day-to-day organization and long term operations of the Housekeeping department. They ensure the cleanliness and preparation of all spaces so they are clean, fully stocked, and in good working order which allows us to deliver on an exceptional experience for our guests. Additionally, Housekeeping Managers contribute to the overall safety and security of the hotel by reporting damage, following safety rules, and assisting in emergency situations.

    Responsibilities:

    Manages the daily operation and supervises the team members of the hotel’s housekeeping and laundry operations, specifically Housekeepers, Housepersons, and Laundry Attendants. Acts as Manager on Duty as required.

    Plans and direct the day-to-day operations of the housekeeping department.

    Assigns rooms to Room Attendants.

    Oversee operations of laundry operations.

    Assigns special cleaning duties on a daily basis.

    Manages master key distribution and with room attendants.

    Ensures guest’s special requests are completed appropriately.

    Ensures room cleanliness meets standards by conducting daily inspections of all rooms and areas.

    Ensures all storage areas are clean and maintained properly.

    Establishes processes to ensure communication reaches all shifts.

    Reviews and completes weekly department schedule to accommodate hotel’s needs.

    Maintain department payroll hours/dollars within budget requirements.

    Oversees all budget and forecasting processes for the housekeeping department.

    Attract, train, develop and retain a high-performance team; provide encouragement and correction as appropriate.

    Focus on quality and service in all areas of housekeeping, ensuring that standard operating procedures are adhered to always.

    Ensure health and safety standards are taught and adhered to; must have knowledge of the equipment, chemicals and supplies used.

    Monitor consumption and ensure that proper par levels are maintained for all materials needed for rooms division.

    Report any damage, mechanical problems, or missing room equipment/items.

    Maintain Lost and Found items securely and follow proper documentation and procedures.

    Ensure deep cleaning programs are maintained per standards.

    Attend manager meetings to ensure department meets the daily, weekly and monthly needs of the hotel.

    Requirements:

    Must have a professional, warm, and approachable disposition.

    Must be able to successfully prioritize and complete tasks through team members in prescribed timeframe and manage workflow.

    Effectively communicate with team members, management team and guests.

    Good eye for detail.

    Working knowledge of public spaces, rooms and equipment used in housekeeping department.

    Fluently read, write and speak English.

    At least 1 year of prior housekeeping supervisory experience.

    Demonstrated ability to remain level-headed in hectic and tense situations.

    Benefits:

    We offer competitive salaries, bonuses and benefits.

    We are small enough to be like family…and large enough to be the support you need in what can be a challenging position!

    We have multiple hotels that offer endless advancement and professional development opportunities.

    Equal Employment Opportunity:

    We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    WellBorn Housekeeping Manager Position – Apply Today!

  5. Post your job

    To find housekeeping managers for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

    • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
    • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any housekeeping managers they would recommend.
    • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level housekeeping managers with the right educational background.
    • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.
    Post your job online:
    • Post your housekeeping manager job on Zippia to find and recruit housekeeping manager candidates who meet your exact specifications.
    • Use field-specific websites.
    • Post a job on free websites.
  6. Interview candidates

    During your first interview to recruit housekeeping managers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

    It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

    The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

  7. Send a job offer and onboard your new housekeeping manager

    Once you've selected the best housekeeping manager candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

    It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

    Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new housekeeping manager. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

  8. Go through the hiring process checklist

    • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
    • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
    • Define job responsibilities and requirements
    • Establish budget and timeline
    • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
    • Write job description
    • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
    • Promote the job internally
    • Process applications through applicant tracking system
    • Review resumes and cover letters
    • Shortlist candidates for screening
    • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
    • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
    • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
    • Conduct background checks on top candidates
    • Check references of top candidates
    • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
    • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
    • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
    • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
    • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
    • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)
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How much does it cost to hire a housekeeping manager?

There are different types of costs for hiring housekeeping managers. One-time cost per hire for the recruitment process. Ongoing costs include employee salary, training, onboarding, benefits, insurance, and equipment. It is essential to consider all of these costs when evaluating hiring a new housekeeping manager employee.

You can expect to pay around $46,017 per year for a housekeeping manager, as this is the median yearly salary nationally. This can vary depending on what state or city you're hiring in. If you're hiring for contract work or on a per-project basis, hourly rates for housekeeping managers in the US typically range between $15 and $30 an hour.

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