Summer Housekeeper (Multiple Openings)

Job Description

Housing and Food Services (HFS) is pleased to announce openings for Summer Housekeepers.

Housing & Food Services supports over 10,000 student residents and operates 40+ dining locations on campus. With a team of over 1,200 staff and students, HFS is dedicated to enhancing student life through teamwork and excellent service.

Key Responsibilities:

The Summer Conference Housekeeping staff are responsible for providing room service for overnight guest room accommodation in the residence halls. The Conference Housekeeping staff are also responsible for setting up all meeting and dining room facilities for conference guests. Housekeepers must possess the ability to follow directions and work effectively as a team with all conference, desk, and custodial staff. 

Description of Duties

• Set and service conference guest rooms and bathrooms including properly handling linens and towels.

• Set up and clean meeting and dining rooms as directed. It requires lifting and moving heavy furniture.

• Clean guest and resident rooms, restrooms, hallways, staircases, entryways, lobbies, lounges, study rooms, kitchens, and other shared areas as directed.

• Performing cleaning tasks i.e., dusting, sanitizing, glass cleaning, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, washing walls, other cleaning tasks as directed.

• Clean floors, walls, mirrors, countertops, sinks, toilets, and showers in private and shared bathrooms.

• Remove trash, recycling, and compost including a high volume during the transitional period between academic year housing and summer conference operations; operate trash, recycling, and compost compactors.

• Carry, safeguard always, and use only for appropriate work purposes assigned key rings, keys, or access cards which may include master keys.

• Take responsibility and be accountable for completing all work assignments in a prompt and efficient manner.

• Always maintain a neat and clean appearance including wearing appropriate uniform attire, footwear, and identification.

• Set up and maintain housekeeping carts; properly mix chemicals as needed.

• Provide support to campus partners such as Desk Services, Conference Services, Dining, and UW Facilities staff and other areas of Housing and Food Services as needed.

• Other projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be capable of doing physically demanding work that requires repetitive bending and lifting.

Desired Qualifications

• Prior housekeeping or related work experience.

• Work independently with minimal supervision.

• An eye for detail

• Dedication to a high level of customer satisfaction

Individuals with a high sensitivity to dust or allergies tend to experience problems with this type of work.

Pay Rate

• $21.77 per hour

Work Schedules and Building Assignments

Housekeepers are scheduled to work 20 - 40 hours per week. Housekeepers' work schedules are developed to provide an equal number of staff, 7 days a week, and may change from week to week. The typical daily schedule is 7:30am-4:00pm but may vary. Days of work may include weekends. We do our best to ensure that each employee has two consecutive days off each week.

Housekeepers are assigned to a specific building or area as the primary work assignment; however, you must be willing to work in a variety of locations throughout the summer.

These positions are open until filled.

What Is the Summer Conference Program?
At the conclusion of spring quarter most of the residence halls are vacated for the summer. We offer the student rooms and facilities in these halls to visiting conference groups affiliated with the educational and professional development mission of the University. The conferences we host range from business and professional organizations to sports camps, youth groups and a variety of foreign study groups visiting the country for the first time.

What Is the Employment Period?
Summer employment begins June 2, 2026, and continues through September.

Throughout the summer, your workload may vary depending upon the number and size of conference groups. However, it is important to recognize that it is difficult to plan for such contingencies in advance. If you accept employment with our program, you will be expected to request days off around our conference activity and resulting work schedules. Traditional holidays (i.e., Juneteenth, July 4th, and Labor Day) are considered regular workdays.

What Kind of Training Is Involved?
A condensed basic orientation and training program has been developed for all Summer Conference Program student staff. The purpose of the training program is to provide staff with information regarding the program’s customer service standards, expectations, basic work assignments, etc.

The required training must be done in person. Your involvement in the training program is essential to making our program a success. In-person training will occur on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. Staff hired after this date will complete training on another date.

Learn more about Housing & Food Services

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About the UW 

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.