If you’ve always dreamed about being a part of creating the magic for guests at Walt Disney World Resort, now is your chance! On August 24 & 25, Disney is hosting a housekeeping job fair at the convention center at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. They are even offering an incentive of a $1000 signing bonus if you are hired! You can find all of the information about this opportunity below.
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Here is more information from the Disney Careers website:
The Walt Disney World Resort invites you to be our Guest and explore Housekeeping opportunities at our upcoming Job Fair on Tuesday, August 24, 2021and Wednesday, August 25, 2021 from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Come meet our Housekeeping Leaders and Recruiters to learn more about our dynamic teams that provide unparalleled resort stay experiences!
Housekeepers are focused on creating magic for our Guests during their Walt Disney World® Resort stay by ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness & Guest Service. The Housekeeper is responsible for cleaning Guest rooms, including stripping and making beds, vacuuming, dusting and replenishing items such as linens and amenities. Housekeepers will monitor work orders, use a smartphone device to respond to Guest requests, and report maintenance needs.
This event is open to the public and will focus on finding talent for our Housekeeping roles. Qualified candidates will have the opportunity to apply and interview on site. Some candidates may even be hired on-the-spot!
Please note: If you are not able to attend our in-person job fair, no worries! Please click on the link below to apply for the role in your area of interest and attend a virtual interview offered 7 days a week from 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM!
CLICK HERE TO APPLY Housekeeping- Full Time / Part Time – $1000 Hiring Bonus
Roles may include:
• Full Time & Part Time Housekeeping – Starting pay rate of $16.00/hour.
Housekeeping new hires will be eligible for our new starting rate of $17.00/hour effective 10/03/2021
With our Disney Aspire program, eligible hourly Cast Members receive 100% of tuition paid upfront for partner institutions!
Related: Disneyland Resort Raises Minimum Wage for Cast Members to $15 Minimum Wage
Event Details:
When: Tuesday, August 24, 2021 from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM & Wednesday, August 25, 2021 from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Where: Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Convention Center
1000 West Buena Vista Drive
Lake Buena Vista, Florida 32830
Check in at Veracruz C
Parking: You may be required to show a valid photo ID. If asked, please advise the attendant that you are attending the Walt Disney World Housekeeping Job Fair. Please park in the Coronado Springs Resort Convention Center parking at no cost to you.
*Face coverings are required in all indoor locations at Walt Disney World Resort, regardless of vaccination status
If on the day of the job fair you feel sick or have any symptoms of COVID-19, we ask that you stay at home and call us at 844-559-2278, Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST to reschedule your interview.
$1000 New Hire Bonus Incentive:
To be eligible for the sign-on bonus, cast members must be in the position continuously for at least 90 days after hire and be employed by The Walt Disney Company at time of payment. A cast member is hired after the successful completion of Disney Traditions or one full day of employment. To be eligible for an incentive bonus after 150 days, cast members must remain employed in the position continuously for at least 150 days and be employed by The Walt Disney Company at the time of payment. Payments will be made approximately two weeks after the 90 and 150-day milestones, respectively. Bonus payments are subject to applicable taxes and other legal withholding. Disputes concerning eligibility to a bonus payment shall be resolved by Walt Disney World Recruitment in its sole and absolute discretion. The incentives offered herein are subject to change at any time, with or without notice. Cast Members hired prior to June 15, 2021 or after October 2, 2021 will not be eligible for an incentive award.
Responsibilities:
- Clean Guest rooms by making bed(s), vacuuming, emptying trash, wiping down keyboards, televisions, alarm clocks, telephones, and dusting all surfaces
- Clean bathrooms by scrubbing basins, bathtubs, shower walls and doors, toilets, and tile floors with proper chemicals when applicable
- Transporting cart with cleaning supplies, amenities and linens to assigned Guest rooms. Maintain cleanliness of work areas and carts
- Replenish all Guest amenities such as soaps and tissues
- Clean windows, mirrors, glass table tops
- Obtain necessary cleaning supplies from supply room
- Report unusual room conditions or rooms in need of repair
- Operate a SmartPhone device to access Guest room assignments and submit work orders
- Work in outdoor settings during various weather conditions
- Additional Personal Protective Equipment (face shields, goggles, refillable hand sanitizers, etc.) may be required
- Cast Members will be required to handle cleaning chemicals and supplies
- Complete tasks with proper use of equipment, tools or systems related to performance of assigned responsibilities
Basic Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for this role
- Physical role requiring heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, bending twisting, and kneeling
- Written and verbal communications skills
- Demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills
- Perform all job responsibilities safely using personal protective equipment
- Comply with all department policies/procedures and service guarantees
- Prolonged standing and walking to various areas of the resort to access and clean Guest rooms, including climbing stairs
- Full Time requires full availability for any shift, seven (7) days per week, including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Part-Time requires full availability for any shift, a MINIMUM of (3) THREE days per week
- 2 weeks full availability will be required for training purposes
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bilingual preferred
- One (1) year of previous Housekeeping experience
- Previous housekeeping responsibilities for 14-18 rooms a day
- Knowledgeable of basic cleaning chemicals and equipment
Working as a cast member at the most magical place on Earth is an opportunity only a lucky few get to experience. If you know you’re the perfect candidate for this position, don’t let it pass you by!
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