Executive housekeepers
Career Overview
Executive housekeepers direct and control the operations of housekeeping departments within hotels, hospitals and other establishments
Job Titles
Duties
Executive housekeepers perform some or all of the following duties:
- Create and carry out operational procedures for the housekeeping department
- Plan and coordinate the activities of housekeeping supervisors and their crews
- Coordinate the inspection of assigned areas to make sure that health regulations, safety standards and departmental policies are being met
- Select and purchase equipment and supplies, and maintain inventory
- Arrange for maintenance and repair of equipment and machinery
- Hire, train and supervise housekeeping staff
- Maintain financial records and prepare budgets, payroll and employee schedules
Earnings
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Work Environment
# Workers Employed
260% Employed Full Time
69%Work takes place in an indoor environment.
Career Pathways
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Education, Training and Skills
- Completion of secondary school is usually required
- A university degree or college diploma in hospital management, hotel management or business administration is usually required
- Extensive experience as a cleaning supervisor may substitute for formal education requirements
Education programs in B.C.
The following program areas are related to this occupation:
- Business Administration/Management/Commerce
- Hospitality/Tourism Management
Skills
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Motivating, developing and directing people as they work, and identifying the best people for the job.
Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Managing one’s own time and the time of others.
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Talking to others to share information effectively.
Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Teaching others how to do something.
Actively looking for ways to help people.
Labour Market Statistics
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Employment
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Employment
260Employment by Region
| Region | Employment | % Employment of this Occupation |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 0 | 0.0% |
| Kootenay | 20 | 7.8% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 150 | 58.8% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 0 | 0.0% |
| Northeast | 0 | 0.0% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 20 | 7.8% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 70 | 27.5% |
Labour Market Outlook
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Forecasted Job Openings (2024-2034)
190Forecasted Job Openings
Forecasted Employment Growth Rate
Composition of Job Openings
Job Openings by Region (2024-2034)
| Region | Job Openings | Avg. Annual Employment Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | Not available | Not available |
| Kootenay | 10 | 0.0% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 130 | 1.5% |
| North Coast and Nechako | Not available | Not available |
| Northeast | Not available | Not available |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 10 | 1.7% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 40 | 1.9% |
Industry Highlights
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Forecasted Job Openings by Industry
| Industry | Job Openings (2024-2034) |
|---|---|
| Accommodation and Food Services | 170 |
| Repair, Personal and Non-Profit Services | 10 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 10 |
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