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Public Area Attendant (公眾地方清潔員)
Role summary
Written by MyIslandJob from the job title and employer. See the employer's page for the full description.
The Public Area Attendant maintains cleanliness and presentation across hotel public areas, including lobbies, corridors, lifts, restrooms and staff facilities. Typical duties include sweeping, mopping, polishing, replenishing supplies, removing waste and reporting maintenance or safety issues. Candidates should be physically fit, reliable, attentive to detail and comfortable working shifts, weekends and public holidays. Previous hotel or cleaning experience is advantageous, while a positive attitude, personal neatness, teamwork and courteous guest service are expected. Basic English or Cantonese communication skills may be required, and candidates must follow hygiene, chemical-handling and workplace-safety procedures.
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How it works
How it works: Hotel line jobs only via the Labour Department's import scheme: 4-week local test, median wage, 2 local staff per import; managers get a General Employment Policy visa.
Watch for: Since 16 June 2026 kitchen and table-service jobs need a 6-week local test and 3 local staff per import; the hotel applies, you cannot apply yourself.
Official source: Labour Department: Enhanced Supplementary Labour Scheme. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Hong Kong
Usual for Hong Kong, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Not for local hires; imported line staff are housed by the hotel, at most 20% of pay deducted (scheme rule) |
|---|---|
| Meals | Staff canteen or duty meals common; free for imported workers when provided (scheme rule) |
| Flights | None for local hires; imported workers get free flights both ways (scheme rule); managers negotiate |
| Service charge | Varies by hotel; ask how the service charge is shared before you accept |
| Contract | Imported workers: 24 months at most, then 7+ days home leave and a new approval (scheme rule) |
| Leave | 7 days a year, rising to 14 after 9 years, plus 15 statutory holidays (by law) |
| Income tax | 0% up to HKD 145,000 a year (about USD 18,600), then 2% to 17%; pension (MPF) 5%, max HKD 1,500 a month |
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 Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong
Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong is a luxury five-star hotel located in Admiralty, within the Pacific Place complex on Hong Kong Island. It is part of Shangri-La Group, an international hospitality company operating luxury hotels, resorts and related businesses across Asia and other global destinations. The hotel is known for attentive service, refined accommodation, restaurants and bars, banquet facilities, wellness services and views over Victoria Harbour. Employees work in a multicultural environment supporting high standards of cleanliness, safety and guest care. Benefits and employment terms may vary by position and can include meals, uniforms, medical coverage, leave benefits, training and service charge arrangements. The property offers opportunities for people seeking long-term careers in housekeeping, food and beverage, culinary, guest services, engineering and other hotel departments.