Housekeeping - Team Leader

Housekeeping - Team Leader


Company
Cinemacity
Location
Abu Dhabi
Job Type
Full-time
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Job Description
Job Description:

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Housekeeping Supervisor to
oversee cleanliness and presentation standards at Cinemacity, our new luxury
cinema with dine-in experiences in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will have
extensive experience in high-end hotels or luxury hospitality environments,
ensuring exceptional hygiene, service quality, and guest comfort. This role
requires strong leadership skills to manage housekeeping staff and maintain
premium cleanliness standards across auditoriums, lounges, dining areas, and
guest facilities.

Key Responsibilities
• Supervise
and coordinate daily housekeeping operations across cinema auditoriums,
lounges, dining areas, restrooms, and public spaces.
• Ensure
all areas meet luxury hospitality cleanliness standards, especially in
dine-in cinema environments.
• Manage
and schedule housekeeping staff to ensure efficient coverage during
operational hours and peak showtimes.
• Conduct
routine inspections of facilities to ensure cleanliness, hygiene, and
presentation standards are maintained.
• Oversee
the cleaning and turnaround of auditoriums between movie screenings to
ensure readiness for the next show.
• Ensure
proper sanitation and hygiene standards are followed in dining areas in
collaboration with food and beverage teams.
• Train
housekeeping team members on cleaning procedures, safety standards, and
luxury service expectations.
• Monitor
and manage cleaning supplies, equipment, and inventory levels.
• Coordinate
with operations and maintenance teams to report and resolve facility
issues.
• Ensure
compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations.
• Handle
guest feedback related to cleanliness and ensure issues are resolved
promptly.

Requirements
• 8–10
years of housekeeping experience, preferably within luxury hotels,
resorts, or high-end hospitality environments.
• Proven
experience in a supervisory or leadership role managing housekeeping
teams.
• Strong
understanding of luxury cleanliness standards and guest service
expectations.
• Experience
managing housekeeping operations in large public venues or hospitality
settings.
• Excellent
organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability
to work in a fast-paced entertainment environment, including evenings,
weekends, and holidays.
• Arabic
speaking skills are a plus.
• Strong
attention to detail and commitment to maintaining premium standards.

Education
• Diploma
or certification in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, or a related
field preferred.

Key Competencies
• Team
leadership and supervision
• Attention
to detail and quality control
• Time
management and operational coordination
• Guest
service orientation
• Health
and hygiene compliance

Work Environment

This role operates in a luxury cinema environment offering
premium dine-in experiences, requiring high hospitality standards similar to
five-star hotel operations.

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Quick answers about Cleaning Staff Jobs

Q What is the minimum monthly salary for cleaning staff jobs in the United Arab Emirates in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, the minimum salary for cleaning staff roles in the United Arab Emirates is AED 2,200 per month as of 1 January 2026, with overtime paid at 1.25 times the hourly rate for hours exceeding 8 per day. Employers must also provide accommodation or an additional AED 800 housing allowance. This applies to all private sector cleaning contracts registered under MOHRE.
Q What work permit and visa requirements apply to foreign cleaning staff in the United Arab Emirates for 2026?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, foreign cleaning staff must obtain a work permit sponsored by a licensed UAE employer before entry, followed by a residence visa valid for 2 years renewable. Applicants require a valid passport, medical fitness certificate from a MOHRE-approved centre, and Emirates ID application within 60 days of arrival. The permit costs AED 300 for issuance in 2026.
Q What education and experience criteria are required for cleaning staff jobs in the United Arab Emirates?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, cleaning staff positions require no formal education beyond basic literacy but mandate at least 6 months of documented prior experience in cleaning services. Applicants must be aged 18 to 60 years and pass a medical test confirming fitness for physical work. Experience certificates must be attested by the UAE embassy in the home country.
Q What documents and steps are needed to apply for cleaning staff jobs in the United Arab Emirates in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, applicants must submit a passport copy, recent photograph, attested experience certificate, and educational documents through the MOHRE online portal or a Tadbeer centre. The employer files the work permit application first, after which the candidate completes biometrics and medical screening within 30 days. All submissions require payment of AED 150 for the permit processing fee.
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