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.