Housekeeper

Full-Time position in Housekeeping and Laundry Department - every other weekend included.

General Description:

Performs housekeeping and cleaning activities within well established guides and assigned areas.

Duties:

• Receives assignments from Housekeeping Supervisor.

• Follows cleaning schedules (daily, weekly, monthly) as outlined for housekeeping department.

• Cleans assigned areas, furnishings, fixtures, according to established housekeeping procedures.

• Cleans floors, dry mops, wet mops, sweeps, disinfects where and when necessary.

• Performs emergency housekeeping where accidents occur.

• Cleans moveable and stationary furnishings and fixtures: Dusts, spot cleans or washes, disinfects when necessary, polished where required.

• Empties and cleans ashtrays.

• Empty, clean and reline wastebaskets with appropriate trash bags.

• Inspects furnishings and fixtures for wear and reports to supervisor.

• Cleans bathrooms (resident, private, public).

• Washes windows and mirrors. Washes walls and doors as scheduled.

• Replenishes bathroom supplies.

• Performs terminal cleaning duties according to the established procedures in resident rooms when a resident has been discharged or transferred, and prepares room for new occupant.

• Cleans and rehangs curtains or drapes.

• Send soiled linens to laundry.

• Report observations concerning structural and equipment wear, defects and malfunctions to your supervisor.

• Report supply and equipment needs to your supervisor for replenishment.

• When necessary may be required to assist with laundry.

• Performs other duties as directed by your supervisor.

Responsibilities:

• Maintaining clean and sanitary conditions in assigned areas as directed according to established standards.

• Observing proper cleaning and disinfecting techniques.

• Economical use of supplies, care and use of equipment.

• Keeping up with work demand.

• Cooperating with other employees to promote efficiency and morale of departments.

• Attendance is mandatory.

• Must be clean, well groomed and in uniform at all times.

Qualifications:

• At least 18 years of age.

• High School graduate or equivalent.

• Able to read, write and speak English.

• Physically healthy and strong enough to perform duties.

• Must have yearly TB test or chest x-ray.

• Must be familiar with basic housekeeping functions.