1. Assign housekeeping tasks 2. Create staffing schedules 3. Provide orientation and training 4. Offer high-quality customer service 5. Manage the inventory and order supplies 6. Issue supplies and equipment to staff 7. Hire new staff and recommend transfers, promotions and dismissals 8. Perform cleaning duties when there is a staff shortage 9. Prepare reports 10. Establish standards and procedures for work 11. Attend staff meetings to discuss policies 12. Examine and determine the need for repair and replacement 13. Ensure compliance with safety and sanitation policies 14. Recommend service improvements to the management 15. Give clear instructions Effective communication is an important trait for a housekeeping supervisor. Interacting with customers, training new employees, educating team members and reporting to management all require exceptional communication skills. It is essential that the housekeeping team feels comfortable approaching you to discuss concerns or request assistance. Since you are responsible for training and monitoring an entire department, it is important to possess practical verbal and written communication skills.