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Housekeeping Attendant at Inn & Spa at Loretto

Inn & Spa at Loretto Santa Fe, NM

Job Description

Description: WORK, PLAY, & ENJOY LIFE WITH HERITAGE
Heritage Companies embodies the culture, spirit, and traditions of New Mexico, while offering a work environment that is focused on the overall employee experience. All employees will experience the exciting perks that only Heritage Companies can provide; including employee meals while on shift, free employee parking, tips & incentives, growth opportunities across our companies, generous discounts on hotel room rates, spa, and food at all of our restaurants in the portfolio across the wonderful state of New Mexico!
Full-time Hourly Position, wage DOE plus benefits. Located in Santa Fe, NM. Working out of our Inn & Spa at Loretto.


Essential Duties and Functions/Responsibilities/Tasks:

  • Maintain high level of positive and professional approach with team members and guests.
  • Follow all safety and health regulations including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) protocol policies.
  • When the room is to be cleaned after a guest checks out, a thorough cleanliness of bathroom, room, balconies and room furnishings - top to bottom - mindfully sanitizing all high touch surfaces (light switches, remotes, door handles, etc.)
  • Resolve issues for any approaching guests in a professional and timely manner.
  • Learn and know the names of chemicals being used, if a guest were to stop them and ask.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

  • Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including a 25% 401(k) match!
  • Generous employee discounts across Heritage hotels, restaurants, spa and retail!
  • Complimentary meals during scheduled shifts!
  • Free employee parking!
  • Supportive team culture with opportunities for growth and advancement!
  • A workplace rooted in New Mexico pride and community values!

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Requirements:
  • A Passion for perfection and attention to detail.
  • Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times.
  • Excellent verbal communication and ability to multitask.
  • Ability and willingness to work flexible hours including weekends, holidays and late nights.
  • Ability to work on your feet for eight hours or more.
  • Must be able to lift/push/reach for/carry 50+ pounds frequently.
  • 6 months to 1 year or equivalent combination of education and experience; housekeeping or hospitality experience preferred.
NM Safe Certified Hotelier, Inspiring Our Communities, & Celebrating Local Artisans.Heritage Hotels & Resorts Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.




Compensation details: 17-19 Hourly Wage



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Typical mid-level pay: $35k for Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners nationally

National salary averages
Expected mid-level
$35k
Entry
Mid
Senior
Expected
$27k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $48k

Pay increases slowly with experience in this field.

Raises may be modest; negotiate well upfront.

Hot hiring, constrained wages

Employers are hiring actively, but pay hasn't caught up with demand. Focus on competing offers and non-salary benefits.

Hiring leverage
Candidate-favored
Wage leverage âš  Disconnect
Constrained
Mobility
High mobility
Durability
High fragility

Why this market feels harder than it looks

This market is hiring aggressively, but compensation hasn't caught up and most openings are backfilling churn, not expansion. Employers are filling roles, but not bidding wages up.

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: Senior candidates with options
Weaker for: Entry-level candidates, Career switchers

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Watch out for

Wage disconnect: Hiring is active but pay hasn't responded—negotiate on other terms.

Don't let hiring headlines mislead you—focus on concrete offers. Your leverage may be less durable than it appears—move decisively.

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Stable but flat

Steady work, but limited growth in both jobs and pay.

+0%
10yr growth
Most openings come from retirements and turnover, not new positions.
193,500 openings projected annually—mostly replacing retirees and turnover.
Typical: No formal educational credential

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024