Lead Housekeeper

Set against a beautiful 1,000-acre natural preserve and just minutes from the shoreline, Essex Meadows leads the way in comprehensive senior living in Connecticut. When you work here, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth and are part of an extraordinary company that invests in your future.

About the role

Oversee and maintain a clean and presentable appearance of assigned apartments, health center, and common areas while managing the day-to-day operation of the Environmental Services Department.

Responsibilities

• Perform general housekeeping duties in apartments, hallways, and common areas (vacuuming, cleaning bathrooms and kitchens, dusting all clear flat surfaces).
• Follow up on resident concerns the same day with a plan of resolution.
• Submit required work orders to the Maintenance department.
• Conduct performance reviews on time for assigned Environmental Service employees.
• Maintain required records and reports.
• Coordinate annual apartment cleanings with the Director.
• Coordinate the daily and holiday schedule for all apartment cleaning and special project cleaning.
• Maintain monthly inventory and assist supervisor with needed supplies.
• Maintain organization of storage closets.
• Assist in identifying training opportunities for housekeeping staff.
• Train new employees.
• Assist with office duties as assigned.
• Promote teamwork and a cooperative atmosphere among housekeeping staff.

Requirements

• Ability to understand and follow instructions in English and communicate effectively.
• Must be able to move throughout the building and grounds as needed throughout the day.
• Previous housekeeping experience in a lead position is preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Good visual and hearing acuity; good verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to see, hear, and effectively communicate with residents and staff.
• May be required to work weekends, holidays, and events as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and AD&D insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Resident-sponsored appreciation bonus.
• Resident-sponsored educational scholarships.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Employee assistance program.
• Free electric vehicle charging stations.
• Daily Pay – Work today, get paid today.
• An exceptional work environment that is both engaging and fun.

Pay

$20–25 per hour.

Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours per week, 8-hour day shift. Weekends, holidays, and events as needed.