Director, Housekeeping

Overview

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Join our wonderful senior living community at Brookdale San Jose.

We are looking for a full-time Housekeeping Director able to work Sunday-Thursday.

 If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us!  You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness.  Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.  Additional benefits offered include, but are not limited to:

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance
• Adoption Reimbursement Benefits
• Variety of Associate Discounts

This is an incentive based position, which may include bonuses, incentive or commission plans. Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Please note, Brookdale is committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination.

 

To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

Responsibilities

Manages all housekeeping operations within a community to ensure a high standard of cleanliness both inside and outside the community. Supervises the housekeeping staff, directly or through subordinate managers/supervisors, and may be required to supervise other positions.

Manages housekeeping staff and coordinates staffing schedules to ensure the proper cleaning of offices, public spaces, residential apartments, and community grounds. Conducts regular inspections of all resident and public areas.

Plans and schedules cleaning programs, including but not limited to annuals, move-in preparations, and carpet cleaning.

Oversees inventory control systems for all supplies, chemicals, and equipment. Monitors inventory levels and may order all equipment and supplies needed for department. Ensures the safe handling and storage of equipment and supplies.

Develops and monitors department budget including purchasing and staffing expenditures. Approves equipment and supply orders to maintain proper levels of inventory. Routinely monitors budget compliance and recommends changes as needed to maintain operational quality and resident satisfaction.

Schedules and conducts training sessions and department meetings for housekeeping personnel.

Ensures staff is trained on the safe handling of cleaning chemicals in accordance with department guidelines and ensures compliance with local, state, and federal safety standards, MSDS, OSHA, EPA and other applicable rules and regulations.

Informs Resident Services Director and/or Executive Director of any resident issues or concerns.

Prepares resident charges/billing for housekeeping services, when applicable.

Hires, trains, disciplines, and terminates department employees, in accordance with company policies. May consult with the Executive Director regarding these decisions.

May assist housekeeping staff with cleaning duties, including cleaning floors, restrooms, kitchens, and other areas as needed.

Strives to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices.

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Qualifications

Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) and a minimum of two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous supervisory/ management experience required.

 

Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special RequirementsNone

 

Management/Decision MakingApplies existing guidelines and procedures to make varied decisions within a department. Uses sound judgment and experience to solve moderately complex problems based on precedent, example, reasonableness or a combination of these.

 

Knowledge and SkillsPossesses extensive knowledge of a distinct skill or function and a thorough understanding of the organization and work environment. Has working knowledge of a functional discipline. Need to be flexible with schedule and time deadlines. Ability to supervise and schedule staff.

 

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Standing
• Walking
• Sitting
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Climb or balance
• Stoop, kneel, crouch crawl
• Talk or hear
• Ability to lift:  up to 50 pounds
• Vision
• Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
• Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage
• On-Call on an as needed basis
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections
• Exposure to latex
• Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens
• Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazards
• Subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Salary Range Information

$66,560.00 - $73,400.00 / year

Salary : $64,480 - $71,400