Head Housekeeper

Ready to dive into epic outdoor adventures and make a positive impact on the environment? Look no further than the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) - the oldest conservation, education, and recreation organization in the USA!  Our passion for the outdoors knows no bounds, and we want YOU to be a part of it. As an employee, you'll unlock access to exciting programs, policies, and procedures that empower you to make a real difference. Join the AMC team now and embark on the journey of a lifetime! 

While concentrating on the guest rooms of the main lodge, the head housekeeper also performs the duties of “crew chief,” training seasonal staff to perform both housekeeping and custodial duties. This includes providing excellent leadership and communicating well with all those working within and outside the department. This is a year-round, full-time position that requires weekend and holiday shifts. Hours may vary depending on the season, weather and facility needs. 

What you’ll be doing at AMC 

• Cleaning guest rooms, common areas, and bathrooms in the Highland Center Lodge daily. 

• Conducting deep cleaning of the lodge regularly, including semi-regular larger cleaning projects, and may include climbing ladders. 

• Laundering linens used by guests and staff at Highland Center. 

• Providing daily training and direction to the seasonal housekeeping staff, assuring all necessary work is completed well and efficiently. 

• Acting as a liaison between supervisory/management staff and seasonal crew. 

• Attending regular custodial/housekeeping meetings and lodge-wide staff meetings. 

• Promote a team approach by providing support to those within the department as well as those in other departments, and encouraging employees to do the same. 

What AMC is looking for 

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with people of different backgrounds. 

• Ability to motivate and supervise coworkers. 

• Endless energy and an eye for detail are preferred. 

• Any combination of education and experience which provides the required skills and knowledge for successful job performance. 

• A general understanding of the AMC programs, activities, conservation ethic and its’ mission is preferred; passion for the outdoors is a plus! 

• Physical requirements include ability lift 60 pounds, ability to travel safely on rough terrain, ability to climb multiple levels of stairs repeatedly, bending, twisting and reaching motions, and the ability to perform physically demanding work such as snow shoveling, and other responsibilities as assigned by the housekeeping supervisor or general manager.   

What AMC Can Offer You 

Salary range: $15.00/Hourly

We are committed to equitable compensation practices, and we encourage qualified candidates to apply. The initial salary represents our starting point, and our compensation philosophy is designed to reward and recognize the contributions of our employees as they grow within the organization. External candidates typically begin their journey with us at the starting point of the salary range. The final compensation offer will be based on factors such as experience, education, skills and geographic differential relevant to the position, and will be discussed during the interview process.

Benefits

• Room & Board:  Dorm-style room for $45/week – meals included, too! 
• Insurance: Available with positions that are 6 months or longer and when working greater than 30 hours per week  
• Retirement: Voluntary 403(b) Contribution
• Paid Time Off: earn up to 10 days of paid earned time depending on length of service 
• Other Team Member Perks:  
  • 30% discount on AMC Merchandise  
  • Free Annual AMC Membership 
  • 4 Free nights at AMC locations 
  • Prodeals discounts on equipment & gear and more! 

To Apply:

Please include a resume and cover letter. No phone calls or agencies please.

AMC welcomes all qualified candidates to apply and we invite the full participation of all individuals currently underrepresented in the outdoor community. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals from racially and/or ethnically diverse communities, individuals with disabilities, individuals from LGBTQ+ communities, and individuals who experience intersectionality with one or more of these identities.

The Appalachian Mountain Club has zero tolerance for child abuse or placing children in danger. The AMC requires all employees who work in a program or facility which serves children, disabled persons, or the elderly to have a criminal background record check performed on their name annually with employment contingent upon satisfactory results.