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Room Attendant
Company : Highgate
Location : Seattle, WA, 98121
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 29 December 2025
Compensation Type
HourlyHighgate Hotels
Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America.
With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value.
With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. www.highgate.com
Location
Located on the seam of Belltown and the retail core, the 97-room Kimpton Palladian Hotel is within walking distance of landmarks like Pike Place Market, the waterfront, and Seattle’s best new restaurants, live music venues, cafés, and boutiques. When you’re not exploring, your home base is a 1910 landmark reinvented in a masculine-chic style with luxe amenities, edgy design elements, and contemporary furnishings that reflect Belltown’s hip heritage. You’ll also find a heralded seafood restaurant in Shaker + Spear, a speakeasy-style social lounge called Pennyroyal, and a lobby you won’t soon forget. The Palladian beckons today’s tech titans and tastemakers.
Overview
The Room Attendant is responsible for maintaining clean and attractive guestrooms while providing attentive, courteous and efficient service to all guests.
Salary $24.00/hr- In addition to travel discounts at our hotels, Highgate offers competitive benefits, including three pricing tiers of medical coverage as well as Dental and Vision to full-time associates. Retirement 401k Program is open to both full-time and part- time staff who qualify.
Responsibilities
- Thoroughly clean guestrooms according to standards.
- Complete all pre-cleaning duties, including but not limited to, guest supplies, cleaning supplies, and linen for housekeeping cart set-up.
- Remove all trash and dirty linen from guestrooms and hallways.
- Keep all hallways, public areas and closets clean, neat and vacuumed
- Restock housekeeping cleaning cart for next day's use.
- Replenish chemical bottles.
- Report all missing items from room (i.e., irons/boards, hair dryers, etc.) to Housekeeping Supervisor/Manager.
- Report any maintenance repairs immediately to Housekeeping Supervisor/Manager.
- Handle items for “Lost and Found” according to the standards.
- Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
- Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
- Ability to stand during entire shift.
- Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
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Frequently asked questions
Seattle’s bustling neighborhoods, especially around Belltown and downtown, can lead to variable commute durations. Given the Kimpton Palladian Hotel’s central location near Pike Place Market, many employees benefit from public transit, biking, or walking, which can ease travel compared to driving in peak traffic.
Seattle’s hospitality sector is recovering with increasing tourism, but the demand for room attendants remains steady. While there are multiple opportunities, candidates with prior housekeeping experience and flexibility typically have an edge in securing roles, especially in upscale hotels like Highgate’s properties.
Attention to detail, physical stamina, and excellent communication are essential. Room Attendants must efficiently manage cleaning tasks while maintaining a friendly demeanor. Familiarity with hospitality standards and the ability to handle guest requests smoothly are also highly valued.
Starting as a Room Attendant can open doors to supervisory roles within housekeeping or broader hotel operations. Demonstrating reliability and guest service excellence at Highgate can lead to opportunities in management or specialized hospitality functions.
Daily tasks include thorough room cleaning, restocking supplies, managing linen and trash removal, and reporting maintenance issues. The role demands balancing speed with quality to ensure guest satisfaction in a dynamic hotel environment.
Highgate emphasizes a blend of tradition and innovation, encouraging Room Attendants to uphold classic hospitality values while utilizing efficient tools and communication. The company’s focus on guest experience means attendants are empowered to contribute actively to a welcoming atmosphere.
Beyond competitive hourly pay, Highgate provides medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple coverage tiers, plus a 401k retirement program available to qualifying staff. Travel discounts at their hotel portfolio also enhance the overall compensation package.
The position offers a $24.00 per hour wage, aligning with Seattle’s living costs and hospitality standards. This competitive rate reflects Highgate’s commitment to attracting skilled attendants who contribute to premium guest experiences.
Candidates should be prepared for tasks involving lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for entire shifts, and frequent movement. This physicality is typical in housekeeping, making stamina and mobility important for daily performance.
Highgate’s blend of bespoke lifestyle branding and digital innovation means Room Attendants operate within stylish, contemporary hotel settings like the Kimpton Palladian. They are ambassadors of the brand’s upscale, guest-focused ethos, enhancing overall hospitality quality.