• 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.
  

High School Diploma
Certificate
Bachelor

Establish and implement operational procedures for housekeeping department
Plan and co-ordinate activities of housekeeping supervisors and crews
Co-ordinate inspection of assigned areas
Ensure that safety standards and departmental policies are met
Maintain financial records
Prepare budgets and payrolls
Conduct performance evaluations and appraisals
Maintain inventory of supplies, equipment and uniforms
Schedule and assign duties of housekeeping staff
Ensure that local health and sanitation regulations are carried out