Colorado Chautauqua Association
POSITION DESCRIPTION

March 2022

Seasonal Housekeeper

Association Mission and Values

The Colorado Chautauqua Association (CCA) is a 501(c) 3 Colorado non-profit corporation dedicated
to preserving, perpetuating, and improving the site and spirit of the historic Chautauqua by
enhancing its community and values through cultural, educational, social, and recreational
experiences. The chautauqua experience is based on lifelong learning, love of nature, voluntary
simplicity, and music, oration, and the arts. Historic significance, traditions, cultural relevance,
respite, and enrichment are among the community benefits provided by the Colorado Chautauqua.

General Description

The Seasonal Housekeeper is a seasonal (mid-April thru early October), non-exempt, non-benefited
position, and is responsible for performing housekeeping duties in rental cottages and public
buildings in a timely manner, meeting established quality standards. Weekend and some evening
work are required in meeting position responsibilities. For emergency and inclement weather
reporting this position is considered essential.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs housekeeping duties as assigned by the Housekeeping Coordinator, including, but not

limited to:
o General cleaning (sweeping, vacuuming, dusting, etc.)
o Cleaning bathrooms and kitchens (stove, refrigerator, washing dishes, etc.)
o Cleaning windows, walls, ceiling fans, etc.
o Changing bedding and linens/towels
o Cleaning cottage porches/steps/sidewalks/yards

• Report any items found in the cottage/unit after guest departure to supervisor for delivery to

Front Desk’s lost and found

• Report guest comments, suggestions, and concerns to the Housekeeping Coordinator timely
• May assist with stripping of dirty linens from cottage as needed
• May assist with laundry as needed
• Side work as assigned:

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o Refill cleaning supplies
o Inventory of supplies according to department inventory schedule
o Organization of supplies
o Folding of terry/linens

• Maintains excellent rapport with staff and guests.
• Performs other duties as directed.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to: Housekeeping Coordinator
May also take direction from: Lead Housekeeper, General Manager, Hospitality

Required Qualifications

• 1 plus years housekeeping experience in a hotel/hospitality setting
• Reliable transportation to and from Chautauqua
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Punctual & Reliable
• Excellent customer service skills
• Sharp attention to detail
• Ability to work well as part of a team, and independently to complete tasks
• Must function effectively in fast-paced environment to meet deadlines
• Bi-lingual, a plus
  

Technical Skills

Requires use of voice mail, e-mail, and property communication devices.

Physical Requirements

Duties require lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to climb
stairs, ladders as well as navigate the site which has a 200-foot elevation change.

Additional Qualifications
Every employee at the Colorado Chautauqua Association is expected to be a creative problem
solver as well as possess a strong and positive attitude regarding hospitality and customer service,
striving to provide a high-quality guest experience through every action taken.

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or
qualification associated with the job.

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