Internal Housekeeper

Sonder is on a mission to revolutionize hospitality and make a world of better stays open to all. No two Sonders are the same – each property has a bespoke design and contains a mix of rooms, suites, and apartments. Though each Sonder is unique, our mobile app allows guests to effortlessly navigate their stay. From check-in to checkout, everything they need is just a tap away. To be better is a never-ending pursuit and revolutions don’t happen overnight. But, together, we can forever change the way people stay, for the better.

We are looking for someone who breathes hospitality operations and is energized by the opportunity to maximize, motivate, and inspire a team to deliver an amazing Sonder guest experience. Our Sonder locations are distributed across a city in different shapes, sizes, ages, and styles, and we pride ourselves on offering a hotel-like service. That’s what you’ll own.

Life at Sonder

We aspire to build a workplace where employees can thrive. Our culture shapes how we make decisions, how we conduct meetings, how we communicate, and how we treat each other. It’s the coordinated way in which we work that gives us a shot at achieving the epic tale we hope to be part of. Our Leadership Principles are a foundational part of our culture and they play a vital role in guiding the values and actions of our team members. Each of these principles is at the heart of what we do. Check out to find out more about our Culture and Principles.

Considering Sonder’s global expansion plans, there will be opportunities for extraordinary personal and professional growth for the right candidate.

We are looking for honest, reliable, and hard-working housekeepers to keep Sonder running smoothly. In addition to general housekeeping duties, we rely on our housekeepers to be our eyes and ears in each guest unit, anticipating and reporting potential guest issues, and ensuring that each guest’s experience is of the highest quality

Seasonal Role: July - Sept 2024

AT SONDER YOU WILL:

Perform housekeeping duties which includes but is not limited to: cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, living spaces, change linen and terry, window washing, surface polishing, balconies, trash/recycle removal, carpet vacuuming, floor mopping, dusting

Restock apartments with soaps, shampoos, various kitchen/apartment items and branded Sonder collateral

Ensure all furniture, appliances and amenities are clean and in working order

Realign furniture and amenities according to prescribed layout

Ensure lobbies, office spaces, guest hallways, elevators, fitness centers, public restrooms, parking garages, stairwells and the back of the house areas are cleaned to Sonder standards 

Perform deep cleaning tasks as assigned

Restock Housekeeping carts/closets with linens, terry and consumables in preparation for next day

Ensure confidentiality and security of guest rooms

Gather necessary cleaning supplies and linen from a distributed or central location 

Travel to locations distributed throughout the city

Report any maintenance issues, safety hazards, security issues or damage of Sonder property

Use a mobile application or technology, smartphone/device required

Return supplies and equipment to a distributed or central location

Conduct special cleaning projects as assigned

WHAT WE LOOK FOR:

A professional with a positive attitude, who has the ability to work effectively both in a team environment as well as independently

Previous housekeeping experience 

A professional who can embrace the use of mobile applications and technology

Knowledge of a wide variety of sanitation products, cleaning techniques and methods

Working knowledge of operating cleaning equipment 

Physical stamina and mobility including ability to reach, kneel, and bend

Flexible schedule and open to working evenings, weekends and holidays

Ability to lift/carry items up to 50 pounds and stand/walk for extended periods of time

This role requires regular access to a reliable smartphone, reliable transportation and willingness to travel between properties on a daily basis when working. (Reliable transportation includes biking, walking, public transportation, scooter and/or other forms of transit that provide reasonable work associated transit times between locations).

Seasonal Role: July - Sept 2024

Benefits

We offer attractive employee travel perks for any Sonder location as well as competitive stock, health and lifestyle benefits. For eligible employees, benefits may include:

Competitive compensation

Generous stock plan

Medical, dental and vision insurance (where applicable)

Flexible vacation

Wellness and volunteering days

Annual free credits and discounts to stay in Sonders

Workplace flexibility (for remote-specified positions only) #ABetterWaytoWork

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Equal Opportunity

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other classification protected by applicable state, federal or local law. is one of Sonder’s Leadership Principles. Living up to that principle means fully embracing diversity: ensuring that all of our employees, guests, partners, and communities feel safe, respected, included, cared for, and empowered. 

As part of our commitment to creating a workplace open to all, we have created , also known as employee resource groups. These groups aim to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace aligned with the communities they serve. 

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to .