Route it!
Housekeeping
Woop Woop- That's the Sound of Policies
Common Asks
W-H-O T-O G-O??
100

Is routing necessary for a weekender package?

No. Guest is IPO for al charges.

100

True or false: we only have the kettles and pour over coffee to offer guests.

False! We can offer a Keurig or Nespresso if needed. 

100

Each guest must have these to check in.

What are an ID and a physical credit card?

100

When asked if we have a spa, our response is this.

What is "No, but we'll be happy to provide you with nearby recommendations for beauty and wellness treatments!"

100

A guest falls in the lobby and is visibly injured. You call these parties.

Who are Security and MOD?

200

Expedia reservations are typically one of the below payment methods:

VCC

Direct Bill


What is Direct Bill?

200

Turndown service means this.

The room is cleaned as a stayover, the corner of the duvet is pulled back, slippers are set near the beds, and music is turned on.

200

A guest arrives to check in, but is not listed as the primary name on the reservation. We must do this to check them in.

What is confirm if the guest is listed as an accompanying guest on the reservation and contact the primary traveler if not?

200

Ice machines are located here. 

Every odd-leveled floor.

200

A phone call inquiring about hatbox rates and availability should be transferred to this person/depatment.

Who is Sydney/Sales?

300

AirBnb reservations are responsible for these charges. 

What are facility fee, taxes, and incidentals?

300

True or false: a Front Office manager can't inspect a room.

True. Only a Housekeeping manager can inspect a room.

300
A credit card authorization form cannot be accepted less than this long before the reservation.

What is 48 hours?

300

A guest reports they are not feeling well and want to seek medical attention. We provide them with this. 

What is a list of hospitals, urgent cares, and walk-in clinics nearby?

300

A guest calls downstairs saying they don't like their room. These people should be the one to look for another room and begin the process. 

Who is me, myself, and I? Only escalate to a manager if necessary.

400

Rate Code CSAXHCEG has these charges and codes routed to window 2.

What are RMNOTX and 1053?

400

If Housekeeping places a room OOS or OOO for PM, PM stands for this.

What is preventative maintence?

400

Which of these is NOT expected during every GSA shift?

Comb through arrivals for the day.

Review traces. 

Assign rooms for VIP guests

Check packages at the front desk and place alerts

Replenish supplies as necessary

Assign for VIP guests. GSAs can assist with assigning rooms for those that aren't VIPs. Try to keep any requests in mind and be cognizant of assignments!

400

A guest has a headache and asks for medication. A GSA offers the guest Advil that they have in their backpack, but the guest seems fine with this. Was this the right way to handle the situation?

NO. Under no circumstances should we give guests medication. In the event of any adverse reactions, we would be held liable, and this would be detrimental to the hotel. Recommend a pharmacy nearby instead.

400

It's a busy day with check-ins and rooms are not ready. This person should be your point of contact.

Who is the Housekeeping MOD? 

500

These steps must be taken to properly route a Booking.com reservation.

(In no particular order)

Add Booking.com as the company. 

Add comments with billing instructions.

Drag the Booking.com VCC to window 2. 

Set up routing with RT, FF, DEPO, and the code 1024 to the Booking.com VCC in window 2.


500

We can provide all of the following upon request EXCEPT:

Comb

Toothbrush

Feminine Hygiene Products

Hair Ties

Yoga Mat

Crib

Earplugs


What are Hair Ties?

500

Are we allowed to call for an on-call doctor for guests?

NO.

500

"Can I fit a rollaway bed in my room?"

That depends on the room booked!

SR1Q: NO

SR1Ks: 01, 12

SR2Q: NO

ESR1K: Yes, all rooms are 01 and can fit a rollaway.

DR2Q: 02, 03, 06, 08

ER1K: Yes, all 04s and 07s can fit a rollaway bed. 

500

Someone arrives with a resume looking for a job. We notify this person (or people).

Who is MOD and/or Andres?

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