Synopsis Regardless of size and type a characteristic to all hotels is the need of Housekeeping services. Housekeeping is very significant of the lodging of the hospitality industry. The purpose of housekeeping is to maintain clean safe and healthy environments. It is essential for students in hospitality sector to understand housekeeping management. In present book we introduce housekeeping management, management capacity and housekeeping operations in any kind of hotels. Housekeeping is an important part of hotel industry for which skill standards should be developed. In a variety of set ups the function of housekeeping is to create clean and safe environment.

A reference work for students and researchers. For students in hotel and restaurant management and professionals seeking to enhance their management capacities. Present book is an essential practical introduction to the field of housekeeping management. This book is resource for leading a winning housekeeping operation in any establishment, from the smallest bed and breakfast to the largest luxury hotels.

Chapters are Hotel Industry; Service Sector and Hospitality; Management in Housekeeping; Human Resource Management; Organisation of Housekeeping Management; Equipment Management; Staffing Patterns; Technical Skills; Maintenance of  Culinary Services; Restaurant and Lounge Management; Risk Management and Waste Management.