Head of Housekeeping directs and coordinates the daily operations of a housekeeping services department to ensure offices, patient/guest rooms, and other specified areas are kept in a clean and orderly condition. Conducts inspections of facilities and recommends repairs and upgrades when needed. Being a Head of Housekeeping ensures compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations. May create quality standards and monitors the implementation. Additionally, Head of Housekeeping may require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to top management. The Head of Housekeeping typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Head of Housekeeping typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Provides housekeeping services to ensure a safe, sanitary and comfortable environment for residents, staff, isitors, and the public.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
· Cleans (dust, dry mop, wet mop, sanitize, scrub) assigned resident rooms, bathrooms and common areas daily according to facility procedures.
· Respects residents’ privacy and preferences about room arrangement and personal items. Knocks before entering resident rooms and bathrooms.
· Cleans walls, ceilings, windows, mirrors, and waxes floors according to department procedures and cleaning schedules.
· Takes appropriate actions to secure housekeeping supplies out of reach of residents at all times.
· Disposes of trash and waste, including biohazardous waste and other materials that require special handling, only in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
· Sufficient education to demonstrate functional literacy.
· Prior housekeeping experience in an institutional setting preferred.
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