What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeper - Full Time position at Pinnacle Living?
Job Summary
The Housekeeper is responsible to clean in assigned areas according to schedule and departmental policies and procedures. The housekeeper will also keep the equipment assigned to them in clean and proper operating condition.
Job Duties (Essential)
The Housekeeper is responsible to clean in assigned areas according to schedule and departmental policies and procedures. The housekeeper will also keep the equipment assigned to them in clean and proper operating condition.
Job Duties (Essential)
- Housekeepers may be assigned to work in Independent Living apartments or cottages, Healthcare Services households/neighborhoods, Assisted Living households/neighborhoods, Memory Support households/neighborhoods, or other areas as determined by supervisor.
- May be required to handle trash, soiled linen, and clean linen.
- Prepare work cart and obtain necessary daily supplies from stock clerk and to account for supply usage.
- Follow instructions on use of cleaning chemicals, including dilution and application. Know where Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are located and to refer to the SDS as necessary or when instructed for safety precautions or personal protective equipment needed.
- Attend all departmental training and in-service sessions.
- Responsible to maintain assigned equipment and reports repair needs to the supervisor. Report any unsafe work conditions to the supervisor.
- All other duties as assigned.
- Fundamental knowledge of general housekeeping duties.
- Knowledge and understanding of housekeeping approaches and tools.
- Knowledge of laundry and procedures.
- Ability to use and maintain cleaning and laundry supplies and tools.
- Ability to understand verbal and written instructions in English.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- 0-1 years of related experience preferred.
- Ability to lift 30lbs., push 50 lbs., and stand most of the day.
- Extensive walking, bending, stooping, standing.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks.
- Ability to work inside and outside to effectively make rounds daily throughout the facility and to respond to problems and emergencies.
- Universal staffing, holiday, inclement weather, and a flexible work schedule are required.
