What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeper/Laundry Aide position at Front Porch Communities and Services?
Canterbury Woods, Pacific Grove
This is a full-time job with benefits. Shift is 7:00 am -3:00 pm. Must be available to work Saturday and Sunday, plus three weekdays.
Summary:
Under the direction of the Housekeeping Supervisor performs housekeeping and cleaning duties within established guidelines in assigned areas. Is responsible for the neat and clean appearance of resident's rooms and common areas by performing the following duties.
Detailed responsibilities:
* Housekeeper/Laundry Aide
- Provides quality Customer Service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction
- Dusts furniture; washes walls, ceilings and woodwork, windows, door panels and sills
- Vacuums rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, draperies and hallways Rearranges small furniture if needed May sweep, scrub and wax floors
- Empties wastebaskets and empties and cleans ashtrays
- Transports trash and waste to disposal area
- Cleans lobbies, lounges, rest rooms, elevators, elevator landings, stairways and hallways as scheduled
- Reports when equipment, structures, or furniture needs repair Immediately completes a maintenance or housekeeping order if necessary
- Assists with laundry and linens as assigned
- Perform final cleanings for new residents as needed
- Stock and maintain supply rooms as needed
- Perform all stages of linen processing, to include collecting, transporting, sorting, weighing, loading and unloading (washers, dryers, and chutes), ironing, folding, storing and delivering
- Maintain cleanliness of laundry machinery and laundry area
- Performs emergency housekeeping when accidents or special needs arise
- Follows department safety standards, practice body mechanic techniques and participate in campus-wide safety programs
- Follows highest standards of cleanliness Follows all federal, state and corporate policies, health codes and guidelines
- Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner Wears PPE/safety equipment as required for the job Reports any safety hazards and/or accidents to supervisor
- Attends all mandatory in-service meetings Complies with all department and facilities policies and procedures
- Front Porch is committed to the prevention of accidents by providing equipment with safeguards, personal safety equipment on jobs which require it, and adequate safety instructions to all employees
- All employees are required to follow safe work habits in order to prevent injuries to themselves, residents, visitors or other employees
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
*After initial training, must demonstrate ability to utilize supplies, tools, and equipment properly
*Ability to work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes competing deadlines
*Demonstrate cooperative behavior with staff, colleagues, and supervisors
*Ability to communicate, understand and follow instructions in English
Education with Equivalent Qualifications:
-High School diploma or GED
-Experience doing housekeeping
Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws. Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and Department of Justice Criminal background clearance.
