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Housekeeper

Hawaii The Resort at Kapalua Bay Maui Estimated salary: $24–$30 per hour
Role summary

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The Housekeeper is responsible for cleaning and maintaining guest rooms, bathrooms, public areas, and related facilities to the resort’s cleanliness and presentation standards. Typical duties include changing linens, replenishing amenities, removing waste, reporting maintenance issues, and responding courteously to guest requests. Candidates should have strong attention to detail, reliability, physical stamina, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Previous hotel or housekeeping experience is helpful but may not be essential. The role requires frequent standing, bending, lifting, pushing carts, and working flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays. A professional appearance, positive attitude, respect for guest privacy, and commitment to Marriott service standards are expected.

About the employer

The Resort at Kapalua Bay, Maui, is a luxury hospitality destination located on Maui’s northwest coast in the scenic Kapalua resort community. The area is known for ocean views, protected bays, golf courses, walking trails, and a relaxed upscale atmosphere. As part of the Marriott hospitality environment, the resort focuses on personalized guest service, comfortable accommodations, dining, recreation, and memorable Hawaiian experiences. Housekeeping is central to the guest experience, helping maintain high standards of cleanliness, comfort, safety, and presentation throughout the property. Employees may work with guests and colleagues from many backgrounds while supporting a service culture influenced by Hawaiian traditions of hospitality, respect, and community. Resort employment may include benefits such as employee travel discounts, meals, health coverage, or paid time off, depending on the specific position and eligibility.

What the job usually comes with in Hawaii

Usual for Hawaii, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.

HousingUsually not; rents very high
MealsStaff cafeteria at large resorts
FlightsNone (managers negotiate)
Service chargeF&B service charges go to staff unless guests are told otherwise (by law)
ContractAt will; union rules in Waikiki
LeaveNone by law; employer health insurance (by law)
Income taxFederal 10% to 37% plus state 1.4% to 11%

Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.

Can I work in Hawaii?

How it works: No ordinary visa for hotel jobs; a J-1 traineeship of up to 12 months is the realistic route.

Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.

Official source: USCIS: working in the United States. Checked November 2026.

Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.

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