Housekeeper

Housekeeping Position

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.