Under the Work and Travel program, students work in many different sectors and positions. One of the most popular positions among them is the housekeeping position. There are also some points that participants are curious about the definition, duties and advantages of this sector. Here are some important advantages of the housekeeping position:
- First of all, the working hours of the housekeeping position are fixed. The shift usually starts at 8-9 in the morning and ends at 4 in the afternoon. In this case, the rest of the day is available for the participant and it creates a great advantage for a second job.
- Housekeeping is a position with a high probability of tips. The tips left in the rooms are either collected by you or distributed among the housekeepers by the supervisor who collects them.
- Some employers provide free or affordable accommodation in the hotel for housekeepers, as well as free or discounted food.
- Some participants working in some hotels can also benefit from many facilities of the hotels such as pool, entertainment area for free outside their working hours.
- Participants working as housekeepers can also work in different sections of the hotel, such as the kitchen or the pool, if needed.
As every position has its advantages, so does the housekeeping position have some important advantages. If you have any questions or topics that you are curious about, you can also contact our consultants!