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

• 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

• 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