Housekeeper, Full-Time ($19/HR + BENEFITS) - Juneau Pioneer Home

About the role

This position provides a wide variety of cleaning services and other related duties required to keep the facilities in a clean and orderly condition. It also includes occasional food handling and preparation duties.

Responsibilities

• Clean, sweep, mop, vacuum, sanitize and/or restock hallways, stairways, offices, food preparation or break areas, offsite areas, restrooms, public areas or other work areas as assigned.
• Dust both low and high areas, and wipe down or clean various surfaces.
• Remove and transport trash to appropriate disposal areas.
• Use appropriate equipment and cleaning solutions for all tasks.
• Maintain a clean and orderly cart and storage areas.
• May assist in laundry and/or linen removal.
• Replenish guest supplies and amenities as required.
• May scrub, strip, extract, wax and buff all types of floors using appropriate equipment.
• May change light bulbs and perform light facility maintenance.
• Recognize and use proper PPE for the job task.
• Adhere to all safety policies, requirements and training.
• Assist residents as requested with general information, inquiries, etc.
• Obtain products requested by residents.
• Properly, safely, and efficiently prepare various food products following and observing standard food handling procedures.
• Stock storage areas with various products.
• May occasionally prepare food or cook vegetables, entrees, coffee, sauces, meats, etc.
• Report any material discrepancies, damage and/or theft to the manager or maintenance department.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least 6 months experience that demonstrates a working knowledge of cleaning equipment, general cleaning processes, and food handling.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, callouts, etc.
• Must be fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English.

Preferred Qualifications

• A valid driver’s license with a 3-year driving record acceptable to the company’s insurance carrier.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Environment: Assisted Living facility
• Weather: Indoor/Outdoor (Occasional exposure to moderate weather conditions)
• Noise level: Moderate
• Pace of work environment: Medium
• Customer Interaction: Medium
• Frequently required to walk and stand.
• Occasionally required to lift.
• Rarely required to pull and push.
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
• Travel: None

Competencies

• Safety guides our behavior.
• Honesty and integrity govern our activities.
• Commitments made will be fulfilled.
• All individuals are treated with dignity and respect.
• The environment will be protected and sustained.