My Personal Experience Working as a Housekeeper for a Value Resort at Walt Disney World

[@brokencrayon83]

Hi Sam I am finding your video two years later! I am looking into going into the housekeeping role and I appreciate all your information. I bet things have changed but any help is really great so thank you

[@krystletorres3641]

Do you remember the questions they ask during interview? I have mine on Tuesday 😩

[@darlenemagallanes7194]

Good evening Sam ,my name is Darlene & I'm gonna start my new job as a room attendant on 10/1/22. Watching your video has really showed me that I'll be fine ,you have encouraged me so much & I'm ready . Thank you

[@sam.meets.main.street]

I am so beyond happy for you 🥳

[@darlenemagallanes7194]

Thank you very much 💜

[@tyrelcollins1649]

@@sam.meets.main.street do they play Disney music to help the day go by?

[@sam.meets.main.street]

@@tyrelcollins1649 I used to have headphones to listen to music

[@tyrelcollins1649]

@@sam.meets.main.street was man they should have some music playing in the building to get yall in the magical spirit lol

[@zethvillaflor3608]

I'll be having a zoom interview on the 7th of October and I applied a housekeeping job. Hopefully I could pass the interview it's a once in a lifetime chance to work at Disneyland and it's my dream job to work at Disneyland. 🙂

[@sam.meets.main.street]

Sending you all the pixie dust 💘

[@deethomas417]

Do you know the steps to the Religious Accommodation interview?

[@sam.meets.main.street]

I do not unfortunately

[@scarlettsjourney1208]

I’m so glad I came across your video! I start the 15th and wanted to know more about the job before I start ! ☺️

[@sam.meets.main.street]

Welcome to the family 🤍

[@kian.concepcion]

Thank you for sharing your experiences! I have an interview in 2 days at Anaheim, CA. I wanna do housekeeping since it pays a lot more than the other cast roles LOL $22.5/hr

[@jayleneacosta6904]

Hi! How did it go if you don’t mind me asking? I am planning on applying for the same position

[@kian.concepcion]

@@jayleneacosta6904 so it didn't go as planned lol! We had a conversation first of what I do right now. And I have two jobs at the moment, so she based it on my availability. The housekeeping PM schedule they have at Anaheim is 4:30pm-1am. She instead offered the merchandiser role, part-time. And from there, she asked specific questions pertaining to the role. It was a pleasant experience overall :)

[@jayleneacosta6904]

@@kian.concepcion thank you so much for responding! Were there any difficult questions she asked?

[@kian.concepcion]

@@jayleneacosta6904 my pleasure! They were relatively easy questions. 1) Why do you want to join us? 2) Scenario: A grandma asks for help to find a gift for her grandchild. How would you help her? 3) Tell me a story where you had a difficult/rude guest and how you handled the situation Then questions about my previous and current jobs. And some other questions I can't remember lol are you going to apply for the Anaheim locations as well? :D

[@kian.concepcion]

@@jayleneacosta6904 but since you'll be applying for the housekeeping position, I'm sure that will be a different set of questions. I've watched another video of a previous cast member about how she initially applied for security, but mentioned to her recruiter that she's looking for something else. Then they asked specific questions about that role. My recruiter was very accommodating and she really looked into the PM shifts to see if there's anything available. T

[@Mooolissa]

I know you made this several months ago, but I just saw a listing with a sign on bonus and am VERY interested in the job. What I was curious about is if you get your normal wage AND tips, or if your pay gets docked depending on if anyone leaves a tip. Sorry if this is too intrusive of a question...but I have looked everywhere online and have not found any answers.

[@sam.meets.main.street]

Yes you get paid hourly, and they do give you more than normal cast jobs since it is a harder job. You also do get to keep tips if they are left behind.

[@morgansregularlife]

OMG THE LOVER VINYL IN THE BACKGROUND! Please tell me you still live in Orlando because I totally want to be your friend! lol

[@sam.meets.main.street]

I’m a massive massive swiftie!! Yes I’m still in the Orlando area ☺️

[@scarlettsjourney1208]

What was the physical test like?

[@sam.meets.main.street]

It was mostly lifting, pushing weights, and reaching high. They just want to test to make sure your body can uphold the same tasks every day.

[@braydensworld]

Hello I was watching your video I was lucky on my enterview last Thursday April 21st and I was hired and offer a job I’m so excited to work 🥰

[@sam.meets.main.street]

CONGRATULATIONS!!

[@braydensworld]

@@sam.meets.main.street Thank you 😊

[@jessmilferrer8530]

Hi I just got hired for housekeeping thanks for your video you got no idea how helpful also what resort you are and thanks 🙏

[@sam.meets.main.street]

I’m so very happy for you! I won’t disclose where I was due to privacy but I was at a value resort.

[@manueldiazmons9075]

Thanks for share your experience!!!!

[@naomisithole9859]

Can people outside the US apply, I'm super interested.

[@sam.meets.main.street]

Yes absolutely

[@naomisithole9859]

@@sam.meets.main.street would you kindly tell me how to apply.

[@sam.meets.main.street]

@@naomisithole9859 should be through Disney careers!

[@naomisithole9859]

@@sam.meets.main.street alright thank you

[@morgansregularlife]

Hello! I just found your channel through this video, and I'd love to hear an update on what role you're in now!

[@sam.meets.main.street]

Thank you for watching, I will definitely have to do a new vlog! I miss doing it, I’ve just been super busy but stay tuned 🤍

[@CRILLICD]

@@sam.meets.main.street still wondering what role you are in now

[@sam.meets.main.street]

@@CRILLICD I’m in merchandise again! I haven’t had time to make a video quite yet but stay tuned!

[@CRILLICD]

@@sam.meets.main.street did you like the guest interaction more? Is that why you switched.

[@sam.meets.main.street]

@@CRILLICD I’ve always done retail so I more so liked that aspect

[@packerfan553]

Can you pick the resort you want to work at?

[@sam.meets.main.street]

they gave me the list of 3 options, but it all depends on your recruter

[@chelsiejoyguiriba6344]

They will hire outside US?

[@sam.meets.main.street]

Yes they will as long as you have intentions of moving to Florida!

[@packerfan553]

Do you get free park passes?

[@sam.meets.main.street]

yes you do

[@packerfan553]

@@sam.meets.main.street thanks, how many do you get a week say you work 5-6 days?

[@sam.meets.main.street]

@@packerfan553 the employee gets self admission so they can go at anytime as long as there is no discounts. The employee will get guest passes and those are only 16 for the year. For holidays you will get extra complimentary tickets. Doesn’t matter the hours you work it just is automatic.

[@jvaldez71929]

I have a question about this . So only the employee gets the free passes right? What if The employee has a family with kids and husband will They be able to come in the park with the employee ? Or no.

[@sam.meets.main.street]

@@jvaldez71929 yes they would get a spouse pass but and extra guest passes for children. There is still a limit though.

[@mariahsart]

What do you do for lunch? Do you have a discount at any of the restaurants? Or do you just bring your own food?

[@sam.meets.main.street]

It really depends on the resort you get. Some hotels you can order at a discounted rate. If you are like me and just want to keep working so that you can finish asap, I pack a bunch of snacks that I can munch on throughout the day. I sometimes pack a sandwich but mostly just easy snacks. I would suggest getting Gatorade as well because you will be sweaty and it’s nice to have the sugar and electrolytes to keep you moving throughout the entire day. 😊

[@jeanfigueroa2734]

Hi I’m starting traditions tomorrow as a house person how different do you think the role is from what you house keeping is at the wdw resorts?

[@sam.meets.main.street]

Houseperson is much different. It depends on which resort you are at. You will be in charge of everything outside the room which includes picking up the trash and linen, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, etc. You may also be in charge of stripping the room which means taking out the garbage and linen for the housekeeper. You may also be in charge of visual inspections which is knocking on doors for those that use the do not disturb plaques to make sure the room is safe.

[@jeanfigueroa2734]

@@sam.meets.main.street gotcha I got my schedule today so I'm trying to find more info on it thank you

[@sam.meets.main.street]

@@jeanfigueroa2734 of course! If you have any more questions feel free to reply to this

[@jeanfigueroa2734]

@@sam.meets.main.street my only question is there a second class the next day after traditions or the next 2 "classes" are the ones on the training schedule? For example on Sunday it says off

[@sam.meets.main.street]

@@jeanfigueroa2734 there’s a housekeeping core class that you will attend, and then you will be training in your area!

[@blushbeary2889]

i just got an email asking for an interview!!!! it’s on the 11 and i’m so nervous but so excited!!

[@sam.meets.main.street]

Sending all the pixie dust! You are gonna rock it!

[@thechinfamilyfun8269]

Got my interview on Tuesday. 🤗

[@sam.meets.main.street]

You are going to rock it! Sending all the pixie dust your way ✨✨

[@thechinfamilyfun8269]

@@sam.meets.main.street I got the Job. I start on the 10th.🤗

[@sam.meets.main.street]

@@thechinfamilyfun8269 A HUGE CONGRATS! 🍾🎊🎈🎉

[@thechinfamilyfun8269]

@@sam.meets.main.street Thank you!

[@sheikmohammed7799]

Hello my interview on sunday and what they are asking in the interview? Please help me out

[@mattis7686]

Are your days off the same each week? Can you request your days off to be a certain day if you have something coming up?

[@sam.meets.main.street]

You do bid on 2 days that you would like off, and typically they are the same days every week, but with housekeeping the demand is different each week so you may have different days off. You can request days off as long as it is within 2 weeks time, but it is not guaranteed that you will get it off. If something comes up you can try and giveaway your shift or trade with someone for a different day off.

[@mattis7686]

Are you full time or in the DCP? I’m starting full time soon & not sure if it’s the same? I have so many questions but I’m sure they’ll get answered when I get there!

[@sam.meets.main.street]

@@mattis7686 I’m full time with housekeeping! If you have questions I would be more than happy to answer! I’ve been doing it for almost 6 months now!

[@mattis7686]

@@sam.meets.main.street how long after traditions did you start working? Do you work 40hrs a week or more or less?

[@sam.meets.main.street]

@@mattis7686 I started 2 days after traditions. Every week I get at least 40 hours! If you want more or less you can always try to give away a shift or pick up a shift.

[@swatemt2]

Thank you, I start next month.

[@sam.meets.main.street]

Have so much fun!

[@swatemt2]

I hope so waiting for the coordinator to call me Thursday.

[@sheikmohammed7799]

What they asked you in interview ?

[@sheikmohammed7799]

@@swatemt2 can i know your insta id ? And i want to more about interview questions... please don't get me wrong

[@roselynrosein]

@@swatemt2 how do you like your job so far??

[@savannahlols]

Do you get free entrance into the parks now or do you have to get an annual pass to go often?

[@sam.meets.main.street]

There are blockout dates, which is why I decided to get an annual pass.

[@briannarowe4386]

I do have a second job but I have my interview today will they allow time for me to put my two weeks in? Just wondering if you would know. :)

[@sam.meets.main.street]

They do give you a lot of different dates for transitions so you will have opportunity to have that time allotted.

[@briannarowe4386]

@@sam.meets.main.street thank you I start next week and they ended up giving me custodial! I really wanted housekeeping after watching this but I’m still happy

[@sam.meets.main.street]

@@briannarowe4386 I’m so happy for you 😊 Congrats it’s still going to be so much fun!! Thank you so much for watching this comment made my day 🤍

[@briannarowe4386]

@@sam.meets.main.street turns out I got put into custodian.

[@sam.meets.main.street]

@@briannarowe4386 I’ve heard wonderful things about that role!

[@slk8331]

Your two-finger point is showing. 😂

[@sam.meets.main.street]

It’s such a strong habit 😂