Housekeeper/Food Prepper

About the Role

The housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a sterile environment in and around the facility, ensuring cleanliness and a germ-free setting in areas constantly exposed to the spread of germs and diseases.

Responsibilities

• Clean floors and surfaces using predefined cleaning methods and procedures.
• Mix appropriate quantities of cleaning liquids and chemicals in accordance with state safety regulations.
• Dust, mop, and sweep rooms and administrative offices.
• Clean and disinfect public restrooms.
• Clean mirrors and windows, and polish fittings and fixtures.
• Empty trash receptacles and ensure proper compaction of surgical waste according to policies.
• Create and maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Inform Operations Director of any cleaning equipment that may need repair or replacement.
• Inform Operations Director about any building hazards and assist in addressing them.
• Maintain adequate stock of cleaning supplies.
• Properly store and dispose of food; ensure health and sanitation standards are in compliance with regulations.
• Aid the culinary team in preparing dishes to recipe, garnishing, and plating of dishes.
• Assist in training new kitchen staff team members.
• Help with cleaning and organizing in the kitchen.
• Knowledge of scheduling and food inventory.
• Perform related work as required or as assigned by Supervisor.

Requirements

• Food handling certifications that apply.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Experience with food preparation including cooking and plating meals.
• Demonstrate humility and strive for excellence in all aspects of the job.
• Ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, and work overtime as needed.
• Work with integrity in all interactions.
• Experience with dining services in a Chef, Cook, Sous Chef, or Dietary Aide role.
• Express compassion for residents, staff, and guests consistently.
• Work harmoniously with other employees and maintain good employee relations and morale.
• Ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Prefer past experience in this position but not mandatory if flexible, a quick learner, and a hard worker.
• Proven past experience.
• Ability to communicate, listen, and execute effectively.
• Appropriate attitude and mindset for a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1+ years of kitchen experience preferred but not required.
• Experience working within a Mental and Substance Abuse facility is preferred.
• Complete training or certifications in CPR, HIPAA, HIV/AIDS, Verbal De-Escalation, Incident Reporting, Infection/STD Risks, HEP B/C, and Abuse, Neglect, Trauma, and Exploitation, Understanding SUD, and any other training required by the State or the Joint Commission.

Skills

• Good communication skills.
• Physically dexterous.
• Attention to detail.
• Multitasking.
• Ability to take and follow instructions.
• Customer service.
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Teamwork.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Regularly required to talk or hear.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, and sit.
• Occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Moderate noise level in the work environment.
• Required to work in indoor and outdoor environments as needed.
• Potential exposure to aggressive situations.
• Potential exposure to airborne/bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious diseases.