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Housekeeping is critical to the success of today's hospitality operations. The third edition of this textbook shows what it takes to direct day-to-day operations of this department, from big-picture management issues to technical details for cleaning each area.
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Table of Contents
Chapter: 1
The Role of Housekeeping in Hospitality Operations | Chapter: 2 | Environmental and Energy Management |
Chapter: 3 | Planning and Organizing the Housekeeping Department |
Chapter: 4 | Housekeeping Human Resource Issues |
Chapter: 5 | Managing Inventories |
Chapter: 6 | Controlling Expenses |
Chapter: 7 | Safety and Security |
Chapter: 8 | Managing an On-Premises Laundry |
Chapter: 9 | Guestroom Cleaning |
Chapter: 10 | Public Area and Other Types of Cleaning |
Chapter: 11 | Ceilings, Walls, Furniture, and Fixtures |
Chapter: 12 | Beds, Linens, and Uniforms |
Chapter: 13 | Carpets and Floors |
Chapter: 14 | Tubs, Toilets, and Vanities |