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B. F. Saul Company

Manages business-class hotels under major brands

Housekeeping Manager

Full-TimePosted on 10/21/2026
$60k - $70k/yr
Mid
Bachelor's
McLean, VA, USA
In Person
Cleaning & Custodial ServicesJanitorial Services

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • Two or more years of progressive housekeeping management experience are required.
  • The role requires attention to detail, effective communication with people at all organizational levels and outside the organization, and problem-solving with team members and guests.
  • The role requires managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • The role requires the ability to lift, push, or pull up to 75 pounds regularly throughout the shift, and significant bending is required.
Responsibilities
  • Manage the overall finances of the housekeeping department, maximize hotel profitability, and manage expenses.
  • Manage labor through appropriate scheduling, monitoring, and adjustments based on business needs.
  • Manage supply costs by negotiating with and reviewing vendors and safeguarding supplies; follow brand and company procurement guidelines and apply sound business judgment.
  • Assist with preparing and managing the department budget.
  • Manage and maintain company assets within budget guidelines and prolong the life of company resources.
  • Ensure sufficient room inventory is available and cleaned to maximize revenue.
  • Provide guest satisfaction through quality room cleanliness and room supplies; respond to guest concerns and requests promptly and courteously, and focus on service recovery when applicable.
  • Work alongside staff to train them and model guest-service standards.
  • Develop and implement housekeeping service programs designed to increase guest satisfaction and achieve business revenue goals.
  • Conduct routine inspections of housekeeping operations to maintain brand, company, and regulatory standards.
  • Keep Material Safety Data Sheets current and ensure proper procedures are followed when using chemicals.
  • Ensure a clean and safe work environment and follow company procedures for guest and team-member incidents.
  • Evaluate staff performance and take appropriate corrective action to hold team members accountable.
  • Motivate staff by setting goals, providing ongoing feedback, and recognizing and rewarding team members.
  • Interview, hire, coach, and develop team members; provide required department training and maintain training records.
  • Analyze quality issues, identify training needs, and implement improvements; use available resources and follow training policies.
  • Attend daily, weekly, and/or monthly department and hotel meetings to support communication and planning.
  • Use expertise to advise on and implement changes to housekeeping operations as needed.
  • Manage housekeeping and laundry initiatives and meet hotel-level productivity standards.
  • Follow brand and company standard operating procedures.
Desired Qualifications
  • A college degree or equivalent experience is preferred.
  • Bilingual ability is preferred.

About the company

BF Saul Company Hospitality Group operates a portfolio of business-class hotels owned by the BF Saul Company in the Washington, DC area, leveraging financial strength from its parent. It runs properties under brands such as InterContinental, Marriott, Leading Hotels of the World, Best Western, and Hilton to attract business travelers and conference attendees. Revenue comes from room bookings, events, dining, and recreational services across branded properties, maintained by standardized service across the portfolio. The goal is reliable, high-quality lodging for professionals and events, supported by a strong workforce and a long-standing corporate backing.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Bethesda, Maryland

Founded

1892

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • B.F. Saul still reported 1,100 hospitality professionals in August 2026, signaling operating scale.
  • Spark by Hilton Germantown and The Watermark Hotel expand exposure to newer demand pockets.
  • An August 2026 opening of multiple jobs suggests active hiring across operations and maintenance.

What critics are saying

  • The 2025 Herndon-to-Fairfield conversion shows aging assets require downtime and capital spending.
  • B.F. Saul's 2018 EEOC settlement still stains employer reputation with hospitality workers.
  • Heavy DC-region concentration ties results to government travel and office demand, risking sudden occupancy drops.

What makes B. F. Saul Company unique

  • B.F. Saul runs 26 hotels across DC, Virginia, Maryland, Florida as of 2026.
  • It pairs owned properties with long-term brand franchises from Marriott, Hilton, IHG, and Best Western.
  • The Watermark Hotel adds an independent, Capital One-backed 300-suite asset in Tysons.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Paid Vacation
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Life Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement