Housekeeper/Dietary Aide - Terrace Heights

Housekeeper/Dietary Aide

The Housekeeper/Dietary Associate - Terrace Heights position performs housekeeping and dietary duties at Terrace Heights Retirement Community.

Position Responsibilities:

• Cleans apartment-follows cleaning schedule as outlines; daily duties can include vacuuming floors, emptying wastebaskets, changing linen and making bed and dusting furniture, and cleaning bathrooms and kitchens. Cleans at tenant request.
• Cleans bathroom-daily duties include mopping the floor, scrubbing the toilet, tub, basin, and counter; replacing towels, soap and toilet paper.
• Cleans kitchen-daily duties include cleaning counter top, checking and cleaning refrigerator and microwave if required.
• Performs assigned tasks, including vacuuming, mopping, dusting, washing surfaces like counters, emptying trash, and other duties as necessary to assist in cleaning lobby, halls, aviary, and common areas.
• Housekeeping duties as follows; collecting soiled laundry, sorting laundry, washing/extracting and routine finishing tasks (folding, spreading, ironing, stacking, etc.).
• Orients and instructs new workers. Trains new workers in the use of supplies by demonstrating use and explaining operating techniques in order to improve production and maintain work flow
• Inspects clothing articles for cleanliness. Routes those not meeting standards for rewashing.
• Washes dishes, glassware, flatware and pots/pans using dishwasher or by hand and places clean dishes in storage areas.
• Stock supplies such as food, dishes and utensils in serving stations, cupboards and refrigerators.
• Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated pickup areas.
• Assist in cleaning and preparing various foods for cooking or serving as needed.
• Picks up meals at hospital using private vehicle and transport to Terrace Heights building.
• Keep accurate records.
• Reports supply and equipment needs to supervisor for replenishing. Maintains equipment used in performing duties. Reports wear and defects furnishing structure and equipment to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Six months of related work experience preferred.
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail required.
• Valid drivers license and personal vehicle.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Ability to read and follow instructions.
• Willingness to weekends and holidays, as assigned.
• Self-starter with excellent interpersonal communication skills.