Housekeeping and cleaning staff
Staff for housekeeping in 3–5★ hotels (rooms, public areas, linens) and for event cleaning (pre-event prep, in-event maintenance, post-event cleanup). „Femei de serviciu” („cleaning women”) is the colloquial Romanian term — the role is gender-neutral; we recruit both men and women based on availability and fit. Entry-level role with no prior experience required. For permanent hotel and restaurant roles, employers recruit directly through the PHE platform.
What housekeeping staff does
Two main contexts: hotels (daily room turnover, public areas, linens) and events (pre-event venue prep, in-event maintenance, post-event cleanup). The tasks differ in tempo, but the core requirements are the same: physical capacity, attention to detail, respect for hygiene protocol.
- Hotel housekeeping — rooms
- Daily room rotation: changing linens, refreshing towels, cleaning the bathroom, vacuuming, restocking amenities, bed dressing. Standard 15–20 min / room for turnover (more for new check-ins).
- Hotel public areas
- Hallways, lifts, floor corridors, public restrooms, lobby. Repeated cycles throughout the day for 4–5★ hotels — cleaning standards are what differentiate the hotel.
- Pre-event cleaning
- Pre-event venue prep: full vacuuming, surface wipe-down, restroom mise en place (soap, paper, towels), key-area disinfection. Usually 2–4h before the welcome cocktail.
- In-event maintenance
- Restrooms kept clean throughout (30–45 min cycle), spills lifted from the floor, dropped glasses cleared, welcome-cocktail area refreshed after service. Discreet — invisible to guests.
- Post-event cleanup
- Full venue restoration after the event: waste sorting (glass, plastic, restaurant), packing down decorations, surface cleaning, restroom disinfection, vacuuming. 2–4h depending on complexity.
How many people do you need?
Count depends on service type (hotel or event), venue size, and duration:
| Context | Size | Recommendation | Typical duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-event | Hall 100–300 guests | 2–3 people | 2–3h before |
| Post-event cleanup | Hall, 200 guests | 3–4 people | 2–4h after |
| In-event maintenance | 8–12h event | 1 person per shift | 30–45 min cycle |
| Hotel housekeeping (3–4★) | 20 rooms / person / day | 1 housekeeper / 15–20 rooms | 8h shift |
| Hotel housekeeping (5★) | 12 rooms / person / day | 1 housekeeper / 10–12 rooms | 8h shift |
Housekeeping and cleaning rates 2026
| Type | Junior (0–1 yr) | Mid (1–3 yrs) | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post-event cleanup (2–4h) | 120–200 RON | 200–280 RON | — |
| Pre-event / in-event (8h) | 250–320 RON | 320–400 RON | — |
| Hotel housekeeping (8h shift) | 270–340 RON | 340–420 RON | — |
| Permanent housekeeping / monthly gross | 2.500–3.300 RON | 3.300–4.000 RON | — |
For a 200-guest post-wedding hall: 3–4 people × 200 RON = 600–800 RON for full cleanup. For events with complex decorations or outdoor venues, the rate rises. Entry-level role with no senior tier. Rates are indicative; PHE configures per client.
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How it works for housekeeping
- 01Request a quote
Send the details: service type (hotel or event), room / guest count, duration, whether cleaning supplies are provided.
- 02Receive proposals fast
Within 24–48h we propose candidates. For urgent post-event cleanup (under 24h), we have pre-confirmed backups.
- 03Confirm the team
For hotels with recurring demand, we keep the same team for consistency. For events, the team is sized to the venue.
- 04Sign and invoice
Service contract with PHE invoice + VAT. For permanent hotel roles, the employer recruits directly through the platform.
FAQ — housekeeping & cleaning
Is „femei de serviciu” („cleaning women”) still the right term?+
It's the colloquial term still on the national occupational list, but the role is gender-neutral — we recruit both men and women. The hotel industry uses „cameristă/housekeeping”; for events — „cleaning staff”. We keep the old term on the site because that's what people search.
How much for cleanup after a 200-guest wedding?+
Typically 600–800 RON: 3–4 people × 200 RON for 2–4h cleanup. For complex setups (lighting, decorated ceilings, outdoor with tents), the rate rises to 1,000–1,500 RON. PHE invoice with VAT.
Do you supply the cleaning materials or do we?+
For events, supplies are usually provided by the venue (detergents, mops, cloths, buckets). On request we can bring our own kit — extra 50–100 RON / person. For hotels, supplies are always provided by the hotel.
How many rooms does a housekeeper do per 8h shift?+
Industry standard: 15–20 rooms / shift in a 3–4★ hotel (15–20 min turnover per room), 10–12 rooms / shift at 5★ (higher standard, more time per room). New check-in (full cleaning) takes 30–45 min vs. simple turnover (refresh) at 15–20 min.
Does the staff have their own uniform?+
For events: neutral T-shirt or top (black or white), dark trousers, closed non-slip shoes. For hotels, the uniform is provided by the hotel (standard protocol requirement).
I have no experience — can I work?+
Yes. It's the preferred entry point into HoReCa. We ask for: physical capacity for 6–8h shifts (lifting linens up to 10 kg, varied posture), attention to detail, on-time presence. Registration is free.
Do you have housekeeping for permanent hotel roles?+
Yes. For permanent 3–5★ hotel roles, the employer recruits directly through the PHE platform — posts the job, receives applications from verified candidates. Market norms for permanent placement: 1.0–1.5× one month's gross salary.
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