Housekeeper

Job Description

The Housekeeper is responsible for cleaning and preparing guest rooms, bathrooms, corridors, and other assigned areas to Westin and Marriott standards. Duties typically include changing linens, replenishing amenities, reporting maintenance issues, handling guest requests, and following hygiene, safety, and lost-and-found procedures. Candidates should be reliable, physically fit, detail-oriented, and comfortable working on their feet for extended periods. Previous hotel or cleaning experience is helpful, though training may be provided. Good teamwork, professionalism, discretion, punctuality, and respectful communication are expected. Japanese-language ability may be preferred or required for effective workplace and guest communication.

Company Info

The Westin Tokyo is a luxury hotel in Ebisu, Tokyo, operated under the Westin Hotels & Resorts brand, part of Marriott International. Westin is known for its focus on well-being, restful stays, healthy dining, fitness facilities, and thoughtful guest service. The hotel serves international travelers, business guests, local visitors, and event customers, offering accommodation, restaurants, meeting spaces, and wellness amenities. Marriott International is one of the world's largest hospitality companies, with a broad portfolio of hotel brands and properties across many countries. Employees generally work within established service standards and may receive training, staff benefits, meal support, uniforms, and opportunities for career development, subject to the specific employment contract and local company policies.

Destination Guide

Japan offers hospitality, housekeeping, food service, tourism, retail, technology, and care-related opportunities, especially in Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Hokkaido, and Okinawa. The culture values punctuality, politeness, cleanliness, teamwork, and careful attention to detail. Tokyo provides excellent public transport, varied dining, shopping, and entertainment, but living costs and rent can be high. Employees should expect structured workplaces, seasonal weather, and busy commuting periods. Foreign workers normally need a visa matching their job and qualifications; hotel housekeeping eligibility depends on the employer, role, and applicable immigration category. A valid passport, employment contract, residence registration, health insurance, pension enrollment, and tax procedures are important after arrival. Japanese language ability improves employment prospects and daily life. Research housing, transport costs, insurance, and employer-provided relocation support before accepting an offer.