Housekeeping Inspector, The Mara Hotel

Housekeeping Inspector, The Mara Hotel AvantStay - 3.8 Laguna Beach, CA Job Details Full-time $26 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Mileage reimbursement Paid parental leave Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Cell phone reimbursement Parental leave Vision insurance Gym membership Retirement plan Qualifications Microsoft Excel Driver's License Task prioritization Productivity software Full Job Description Who we are... AvantStay delivers world class, authentic, tech-enabled short-term rental ("STR") group experiences targeted at the millennial generation. We are venture funded and growing rapidly in the explosive $100+ billion dollar STR industry. We deliver a customized end-to-end experience that is tailored just for groups and powered with technology at every layer. What we are looking for… As a Housekeeping Inspector, you will play a critical role in ensuring that all AvantStay properties in your designated area meet our high cleanliness and quality standards before guest arrivals. This position is a support role for the Housekeeping Manager, focusing on detailed property inspections, quality control, and inventory oversight. You will work closely with the housekeeping and maintenance teams to identify and resolve any issues, ensuring an exceptional guest experience. This role requires frequent travel between properties, and candidates must reside within a short drive of our vacation rental properties in the designated area. What you'll do… You will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities, which may not be an exhaustive list: Conduct detailed post-cleaning inspections to ensure hotels meet AvantStay's cleanliness and brand standards before guest arrivals. Identify and document deficiencies, such as missed cleaning tasks, damaged or missing items, and maintenance issues, and report them for resolution. Support the Housekeeping Manager in training and coaching housekeeping staff to reinforce cleaning standards and expectations. Provide real-time feedback to housekeepers and vendors, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement. Assist with housekeeping dispatching, ensuring cleaning assignments are completed on schedule and to standard. Monitor and replenish inventory, including linens, cleaning supplies, and guest amenities in each unit. Ensure proper staging and setup of furniture, décor, and household items to match AvantStay's brand presentation. Work cross-functionally with the housekeeping, maintenance, and operations teams to resolve issues quickly and efficiently. Assist in onboarding new properties, ensuring they are properly stocked, cleaned, and guest-ready before going live. Requirements What you'll bring… 1+ year of hospitality, housekeeping, or property management experience. Previous experience in housekeeping inspections, quality control, or a similar role is preferred. Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to identify and address cleanliness or setup deficiencies. Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. Tech-savvy with basic Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word & PowerPoint); knowledge of property management or housekeeping software is a plus. Availability to work weekends and holidays, with a flexible schedule to accommodate business needs. Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license, as frequent local travel between properties is required. Physical ability to stand, walk, and move throughout properties for extended periods, as well as lift and carry items up to 25 lbs. A commitment to maintaining high cleanliness and brand presentation standards. Experience in hospitality, vacation rentals, or real estate is a plus. Must reside in the designated area and be available for hands-on in-market presence. Benefits $26 per hour, depending on skills & experience Generous company-sponsored insurance (medical, dental, vision, life, etc.) Flexible paid time off Complimentary and discounted stays at AvantStay properties Pre-tax retirement savings plans offered via Betterment Paid parental leave Fitness reimbursement Cell phone reimbursement Mileage reimbursement When you join AvantStay… You'll be doing work that matters alongside an experienced and dynamic team, transforming the way people travel and vacation. Your place within the colossal travel and real estate industries will leave you with a wealth of opportunities to feel both challenged to innovate and rewarded for your efforts. Of course, we will offer you pay and benefits, but we're about more than that. AvantStay is a place where you can craft your own path to greatness. Whether you think in code, words, pictures or numbers, find your future at AvantStay. Equal Employment Always... We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate our employees' differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. Different makes us better.