Reports To                Housekeeping Manager

Direct Reports         N/A

Status                        Regular Full-Time Non-Exempt

 OVE R VI E W 

The Housekeeping Coordinator is a key hands-on member of the housekeeping team responsible for the overall Janitorial operations and Special event furniture operations at the Hobby Center for the performing arts.   They work alongside the rest of the housekeeping team in maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for all users and guests of the facility.

 M A JO R FU N CT I ON S 

• Oversee and inspect daily and nightly housekeeping operations.
• Coordinate and assign daily and nightly housekeeping cleaning schedules.
• Coordinate weekly housekeeping deep clean list for the three floors in the administration building, the main building backstage areas and front of house lobbies.
• Coordinate maintaining the cleanliness of Sarofim hall 2,650 seat theater and Zilkha hall 500 seat theater.
• Coordinate event workers, restroom cleaning, trash removal, recycling removal, lobby vacuuming, and theater cleanings before, during, and after performances.
• Coordinate furniture setups and breakdowns for special events.
• Knowledge and proficiency in safe use of housekeeping equipment such as vacuums, walk behind scrubbers, carpet extractor, and other equipment.
• Complete all assigned and required work and paperwork within each shift.

This position will require working 8-hour shifts from 9am-5:30pm or 5:30pm-2am, depending on organizational needs as events are scheduled. Some event days will require longer hours to complete assignments. Opportunities for overtime are available.  

Responsibilities may be modified as needed to meet the organization’s goals.

 T RA I T S A N D C H A RA C T E RIS T I C S 

Team members at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts must thrive on challenge and be comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two years of experience in hospitality or guest services.
• The ability to take the initiative and lead others.
• The ability to multi-task, remain calm, and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• The ability to pay attention to details.
• The ability to be on your feet and walk stairways for extensive time periods.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal are required.
• Be able to safely lift 30-60lb including tables, chairs, and trash.

COMPENSATION

The Hobby Center offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, basic life, short- and long-term disability, mobile phone stipend, paid parking, 403b savings plan with matching employer contributions, and paid time off. The anticipated hourly hiring range for this position is $17.00-$19.00.

 A B O U T TH E H O B B Y C E N TE R F O R TH E PE R F O R M I N G A R T S 

The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts deepens understanding of our shared humanity. We serve as a connector, convenor, and incubator for all Houston audiences, artmakers and arts organizations. By presenting engaging performances and educational programs, we strengthen our sense of belonging to shape a more cohesive and connected Houston community. Opened in 2002, the Hobby Center campus houses two theaters including the 2,650-seat Sarofim Hall and the 500- seat Zilkha Hall. Delivering a best-in-class patron experience, the Hobby Center welcomes over 400,000 audience members annually to engage with high-quality arts programming including the Memorial Hermann Broadway at the Hobby Center series. The Hobby Center is also home to a full season of musical theatre produced by Principal Resident Company Theatre Under the Stars, as well as a variety of diverse performances from both Houston-based and touring artists and companies. Education and accessibility initiatives are central to the Hobby Center’s impact in Houston through programs like the ExxonMobil Discovery Series that welcomes thousands of students to performances every season.

The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts is an equal opportunity employer where equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility are deeply valued.