Director of Housekeeping and Laundry

This position consists of an unlicensed employee who supervises the employees’ who provide services to maintain the sanitary condition of the building.  The Director of housekeeping/laundry functions as a member of the Hospitality team and reports directly to the CEO/Administrator.

Hours are 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Must be available to work weekends and holidays

Must be able to pass a drug test

Must have a clean background check

Duties and Responsibilities:

1.       Supervise housekeeping and laundry staff, including training and scheduling

2.       Attend management meetings and resident council meetings

3.       Monitor quality of work performed by housekeeping and laundry staff.

4.       Clean resident rooms including but not limited to walls, baseboards, furniture, floor, bathroom toilet, sink, tub, closets, windows, doors, wall hangings and paintings/picture frames.

5.       Treat all residents, staff and visitors with dignity and respect.

6.       Clean all hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, offices, stairways, and other common and/or work areas thoroughly so that facility, health and state standards are met.

7.       Use vacuum cleaner on all carpeted areas.

8.       Empty wastebaskets, garbage cans and transport trash and other waste to disposal areas, making sure that dumpster lids are shut after use.

9.       Sweep and mop floors.

10.   Emptying trash cans and laundry bins at the end of your shift, or sooner, if required.

11.   Dust and polish furniture and equipment.

12.   Keep storage areas and carts well stocked, clean and tidy.

13.   Never leave cart unlocked or hazardous chemicals unattended.

14.   Keep laundry room door closed and locked at all times.

15.   Washing laundry, drying and folding clothes, including sorting, counting and marking as needed, clean linens and personal clothing.  Storing them in appropriate places.

16.   Wash windows and walls, doors, door handles.

17.    Make sure all exit routes and stairwells are clean and free of debris, furniture or any other items in accordance to fire safety and zoning ordinances.

18.   Clean outdoor furniture daily in season.

19.   Maintaining cleanliness of linen closets.

20.   Demonstrate courtesy in all interactions with residents, visitors, colleagues and supervisors.

21.   Ensure residents’ privacy is protected at all times. 

22.   Performs all other duties as assigned.

Heritage Manor is an equal opportunity employer

Salary : $16 - $18