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Assistant Housekeeper
Role summary
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The Assistant Housekeeper supports the Executive Housekeeper in maintaining high standards of cleanliness, presentation and guest comfort throughout the hotel. Typical responsibilities include supervising room attendants, checking guestrooms and public areas, coordinating cleaning schedules, monitoring linen and supplies, handling guest requests and reporting maintenance issues. Candidates should have previous housekeeping or hotel experience, good knowledge of cleaning procedures and a strong eye for detail. The role requires effective communication, leadership, physical stamina and flexibility to work shifts, weekends and public holidays. A professional, service-minded attitude and the ability to train and motivate team members are expected. Familiarity with hotel housekeeping systems and basic English communication would be advantageous.
Can I work in Singapore?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Line jobs need a Work Permit only listed countries can get; others need an S Pass (SGD 3,300+ a month, 10% cap) or an Employment Pass (SGD 5,600+, points test).
Watch for: Work Permits go only to listed countries. Indians, Sri Lankans, Bangladeshis and Filipinos qualify for hotel housekeeping, porter, cook, kitchen and waiter jobs only, at SGD 2,000+ a month and within an 8% cap.
Official source: Ministry of Manpower: Work Permit requirements for the services sector. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Singapore
Usual for Singapore, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Work Permit staff: employer must ensure proper housing (by law), such as a dorm or shared flat; others rent |
|---|---|
| Meals | Varies |
| Flights | Work Permit staff: flight home paid by the employer at the end (by law); others only if the offer says so |
| Service charge | 10% added to bills; staff share set hotel by hotel, no law; unionised hotels used points or wages (2010) |
| Contract | Work Permit up to 2 years; S Pass and Employment Pass up to 2, then 3; notice 1 day to 4 weeks by default |
| Leave | 7 days in year one, rising to 14 (by law); 11 public holidays; 14 days' sick leave |
| Income tax | 0% up to SGD 20,000 a year, then 2% to 24% (about 3% at SGD 60,000); resident rates on a 1-year pass |
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.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About JEN Singapore Orchardgateway by Shangri-La
JEN Singapore Orchardgateway by Shangri-La is a modern, centrally located hotel connected to Orchardgateway shopping mall and public transport in Singapore’s Orchard Road district. It is part of Shangri-La Group, an internationally recognised hospitality company operating luxury and upscale hotels, resorts and city properties across Asia and other global markets. Hotel facilities typically include guestrooms and suites, restaurants and bars, meeting spaces, a swimming pool, fitness facilities and convenient access to shopping and entertainment. The JEN brand focuses on contemporary design, relaxed service and practical comfort for business and leisure travellers. Employees work in a multicultural environment where guest service, teamwork, operational standards and professional development are important. The hotel is well suited to candidates seeking experience in a busy urban property within a large international hospitality organisation.