Housekeeper
Perform general cleaning tasks in hotel rooms or other commercial establishments.
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Latest Housekeeper reviews
May 2025
My experience as a housekeeper has been a mix of rewarding moments from creating a comfortable space for guests, balanced with the challenges of maintaining high standards under time pressure and dealing with demanding situations.
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeSmall (1-19 employees)
SpecialisationHospitality & Tourism
The good thingsThe Good Things
If you're passionate about cleanliness and service, housekeeping can be an incredibly rewarding job. Guests often appreciate a well-maintained room, and a spotless space can make a sig...
The challenges
There are times when guests can be demanding or unappreciative, and it can be difficult to manage their expectations, especially when their room conditions are less than ideal. Some guests might leav...
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Jul 2025
Being a housekeeper has given me a sense of purpose and satisfaction in creating clean, welcoming spaces that make a real difference in people’s daily lives.
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeMedium (20-199 employees)
SpecialisationCall Centre & Customer Service
The good thingsThe Truth Behind the Work
Being a housekeeper can be rewarding—but it also comes with challenges that not everyone sees.
Sometimes, it feels good. There’s a quiet satisfaction in making a space clea...
The challengesI don’t mind hard work—what bothers me is how some people treat housekeepers like they’re invisible or less important.
They might ignore you completely, or speak to you without basic respect.
Some act...
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