Cleaner Overnight - FT, PT
Santa Barbara, CA Food & Beverage
Job Type
Full-time, Part-time
Description

Position Overview

At Hotel Californian, we are committed to delivering an exceptional luxury guest experience rooted in impeccable presentation, attention to detail, and a sense of place. The Overnight Cleaner plays a critical role in ensuring the property is pristine, refreshed, and fully prepared for the next day’s operations.

This position is responsible for deep cleaning and maintaining all public areas, back-of-house spaces, and select guest areas during overnight hours, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and brand presentation are consistently upheld.

  

Key Responsibilities

Property Cleanliness & Presentation

  • Perform overnight deep cleaning of all public areas, including lobbies, corridors, restrooms, elevators, and meeting spaces 
  • Ensure all surfaces, fixtures, and flooring are cleaned, polished, and maintained to luxury hospitality standards 
  • Maintain cleanliness of back-of-house areas, including offices, locker rooms, and service corridors 
  • Execute floor care duties including vacuuming, mopping, sweeping, and polishing 

Operational Readiness

  • Prepare the property for morning operations, ensuring all areas are guest-ready prior to opening hours 
  • Restock cleaning supplies, paper products, and guest amenities in public areas 
  • Identify and report maintenance issues, safety hazards, or damage promptly 

Safety & Compliance

  • Follow all safety protocols, including proper handling of cleaning chemicals and equipment 
  • Adhere to company policies and OSHA standards to maintain a safe working environment 
  • Maintain security awareness while working overnight and report any unusual activity 

Team Collaboration

  • Work closely with Housekeeping and Engineering teams to ensure seamless overnight operations 
  • Communicate effectively through logs and handoff notes for morning teams 
  • Support additional cleaning or special projects as assigned 

  

Qualifications

  • Previous cleaning or housekeeping experience in hospitality preferred, luxury environment a plus 
  • Strong attention to detail with a commitment to excellence 
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision during overnight hours 
  • Basic understanding of cleaning chemicals and equipment 
  • Reliable, punctual, and able to maintain consistent attendance 

  

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 30 pounds for extended periods 
  • Ability to perform repetitive cleaning tasks and operate equipment 
  • Comfortable working overnight shifts, including weekends and holidays 

  

Schedule

  • Overnight shift (typically between 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM; subject to operational needs) 

  

Other Duties

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The Overnight Cleaner may be required to perform other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the property.