Vanessa Smith
Flagstaff
Summary
Experienced Cleaning Supervisor with background in overseeing residential cleaning operations. Possess strong leadership skills, ability to manage team members effectively, and commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Known for implementing efficient cleaning protocols, ensuring customer satisfaction, and improving overall operational productivity. Demonstrated success in fostering a positive work environment and coaching staff on best practices in cleaning procedures.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Vacation Home Cleaning Supervisor
Flagstaff Sparkle & Shine, LLC
Flagstaff
10.2023 - Current
- Trained new staff on proper cleaning techniques and safety protocols.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment for efficient operations.
- Sanitized and cleaned sinks, mirrors, toilets and showers.
- Clean vacation rentals such as AirBNBs and VRBOs.
- Complete home cleanliness and restock in a timely manner.
- Polished furniture and room accessories to keep all areas bright and fresh.
Cleaning Specialist
Northern Arizona Superior Cleaners
Flagstaff
03.2026 - 05.2026
- Cleaned residential spaces using eco-friendly products and techniques.
- Organized cleaning supplies and equipment for efficient workflow and accessibility.
- Complete construction clean up or a complete touch up in a brand new home.
- Work and communicate wit teammates to get the job done.
Assistant Supervisor of Housekeeping
Holiday Inn Express Hotel
Flagstaff
10.2024 - 01.2026
- Assisted front desk operations and handled guest inquiries efficiently.
- Coordinated housekeeping schedules to ensure room readiness for guests.
- Trained new staff on hotel policies and customer service standards.
- Managed inventory of supplies and placed orders as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve guest complaints promptly.
- Conducted regular inspections of hotel rooms to ensure cleanliness standards were met.
Education
Ganado High School
Ganado, AZSome College (No Degree) - General Studies
San Juan College
Farmington, NMSome College (No Degree) - General Studies
Navajo Technical University
Crownpoint, NMSkills
- Staff training
- Inventory management
- Safety protocol enforcement
- Eco-friendly cleaning
- Quality inspection
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Scheduling coordination
- Communication skills
- Health and safety
- Waste management
- Scheduling and planning
- Supply coordination
- Workload prioritization
- Training and mentoring
- Vacuuming and sweeping
- Folding clean laundry
- Employee engagement
- Chandelier cleaning
- Inventory control
- Staff training and development
- Performance evaluation
- Laundry operations
- Housekeeping
- Health and safety compliance
- Team building
- Employee evaluations
- Dusting furniture
- Mopping and buffing floors
- Window cleaning
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Ordering cleaning supplies
- Cleaning techniques
- Cleaning practices
- Room inspection
- Cleaning bathrooms
- Washing windows
- Room occupancy verification
- Inter-department collaboration
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cleaning Specialist
Northern Arizona Superior Cleaners
03.2026 - 05.2026
Assistant Supervisor of Housekeeping
Holiday Inn Express Hotel
10.2024 - 01.2026
Vacation Home Cleaning Supervisor
Flagstaff Sparkle & Shine, LLC
10.2023 - Current
Ganado High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
San Juan College
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Navajo Technical University