Hospitality and Tourism: Creating a Professional Environment

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What is the primary objective of the housekeeping department in a hotel?

  • To manage the hotel's financial transactions
  • To coordinate the hotel's event planning and catering services
  • To oversee the hotel's marketing and advertising strategies
  • To provide a comfortable and safe environment for guests (correct)

According to one definition, housekeeping is responsible for what?

  • Provision of a clean, comfortable, safe and aesthetically appealing environment (correct)
  • Food and beverage services
  • Hotel accounting and budgeting
  • Front office operations

What is the primary purpose of the housekeeping department in a hotel?

  • To coordinate the hotel's recreational activities
  • To manage the hotel's inventory and supplies
  • To provide a safe and comfortable environment for guests (correct)
  • To maintain the hotel's exterior appearance

What is the term for housekeeping outside of the hospitality industry?

<p>Management of daily duties and chores (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What determines the housekeeping layout in a hotel?

<p>The size and facility limitations of the hotel (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who may perform daily recurring tasks in a household?

<p>Any members of the household or hired staff (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for directing the institutional housekeeping program?

<p>Executive Housekeeper (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Houseman in the hotel?

<p>Maintaining the cleanliness of public areas (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Linen Room Attendant?

<p>Storing, issuing, and inventorying hotel linens and uniforms (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for participating in quality assurance for the housekeeping department?

<p>Assistant Executive Housekeeper (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for relieving and performing the duties of valet runners and telephone clerks on their day off?

<p>Linen Supervisor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Powder Room Attendant?

<p>Maintaining the cleanliness of powder and ladies' locker rooms (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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