Housekeeper

The Summit
Hockessin, DE Full Time
POSTED ON 7/25/2024 CLOSED ON 9/24/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeper position at The Summit?

DISCOVER YOUR PURPOSE!

At “Community name”, a thriving Discovery Senior Living community, we have meaningful job opportunities with the ability to make a difference in the lives of our residents.

About Discovery Senior Living

Discovery Senior Living ranks prominently among the 5 largest senior housing providers in the US and is nationally renowned for luxury senior-living communities. With over 250 communities in nearly 40 states, and 15,000 dedicated employees, Discovery Senior Living is one the largest and fastest growing senior living companies in the United States. Recognized as a Great Place to Work, Discovery continues its rapid growth trajectory to lead the industry all while retaining our family-first culture.

We offer rewarding career opportunities that include:

  • Competitive wages
  • Access to wages before payday
  • Flexible scheduling options with full-time and part-time hours
  • Paid time off and Holidays (full-time)
  • Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances (full-time)
  • 401(K) with employer matching
  • Paid training
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Meals and uniforms
  • Employee Assistance Program

Our community is looking for a Housekeeper to join our team.

Housekeeper Responsibilities:

  • Performs cleaning duties according to schedule (daily, weekly, monthly) in assigned areas such as apartment homes, common areas, lounges and offices.
  • Sweeps, dusts, dust mops, and wet mops all floors and stairways; spot cleans and vacuums floors, rugs, carpets and runners. Rotates runners in hallways and entryways.
  • Cleans, sanitizes, and polishes both lavatory, shower and sink fixtures and facilities; stocks dispensers as necessary.
  • Scrubs bath and shower room tiles, woodwork, window frames, and sills.
  • Maintains equipment and materials needed to perform work in a clean and orderly condition.
  • Collects trash and refuse from work areas and places in designated pick-up areas.
  • Responsible for collecting, cleaning and redistributing the community laundry.
  • Responsible for maintaining the commercial laundry in a clean, orderly and sanitary condition.
  • Ensures cleaning chemicals are kept stored and locked when not in use.
  • Ensures any cords, carts, equipment and other hazards are kept out of the way at all times, not blocking exits and in compliance with fire codes.
  • Reports any needed repairs and supply and equipment needs to the Lead Housekeeper.
  • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Previous housekeeping experience preferred.
  • Ability to communicate effectively speaking the primary language of the residents.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Must demonstrate an interest in working with a senior population.
  • Interacts with guests, residents, and staff in a courteous and friendly manner.
  • Team Member is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
  • Team Member is frequently required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The Team Member is occasionally required to sit.
  • Team Member must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.

If having a direct impact on the lives of others is appealing to you, apply today and join our team!

EOE D/V

Salary : $14 - $18

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