Housekeeper/Dietary Aide - Terrace Heights

General Information:

Job title: Housekeeper/Dietary Aide

Schedules Available: PRN; scheduled as needed.

Position Summary:

The Housekeeper/Dietary Associate - Terrace Heights position performs housekeeping and dietary duties at Terrace Heights Retirement Community.

Position Responsibilities:

- Cleans apartment-follows cleaning schedule as outlines; daily duties can include vacuuming floors, emptying wastebaskets, changing linen and making bed and dusting furniture, and cleaning bathrooms and kitchens. Cleans at tenant request.

- Cleans bathroom-daily duties include mopping the floor, scrubbing the toilet, tub, basin, and counter; replacing towels, soap and toilet paper.

- Cleans kitchen-daily duties include cleaning counter top, checking and cleaning refrigerator and microwave if required.

- Performs assigned tasks, including vacuuming, mopping, dusting, washing surfaces like counters, emptying trash, and other duties as necessary to assist in cleaning lobby, halls,aviary, and common areas.

- Housekeeping duties as follows; collecting soiled laundry, sorting laundry, washing/extracting and routine finishing tasks (folding, spreading, ironing, stacking, etc.).

- Orients and instructs new workers. Trains new workers in the use of supplies by demonstrating use and explaining operating techniques in order to improve production and maintain work flow

- Inspects clothing articles for cleanliness. Routes those not meeting standards for rewashing.

- Washes dishes, glassware, flatware and pots/pans using dishwasher or by hand and places clean dishes in storage areas.

- Stock supplies such as food, dishes and utensils in serving stations, cupboards and refrigerators.

- Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated pickup areas.

- Assist in cleaning and preparing various foods for cooking or serving as needed.

- Picks up meals at hospital using private vehicle and transport to Terrace Heights building.

- Keep accurate records.

- Reports supply and equipment needs to supervisor for replenishing. Maintains equipment used in performing duties. Reports wear and defects furnishing structure and equipment to supervisor.

- Perform other duties as requested.

Position Requirements:

- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

- Six months of related work experience preferred.

- Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail required.

- Valid drivers license and personal vehicle.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

- Ability to read and follow instructions.

- Willingness to weekends and holidays, as assigned.

- Self-starter with excellent interpersonal communication skills.