Position Purpose:

The purpose of Housekeeping Supervisor is to implement and maintain effective, efficient systems to operate the housekeeping department in a cost-effective, efficient manner to safely meet residents’ needs in compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.

Essential Job Functions – Principal Accountabilities:

Assigns and oversees work of assigned housekeeping and laundry employees.

Addresses minor discipline problems with team members; refers more serious cases to Environmental Services Director.

Assists with the planning and preparation of training and orientation for new employees.

Develops and implements cleaning schedules for the housekeeping department.

Performs general cleaning and sanitizing tasks and services throughout the facility.

Uses cleaning cart to transport cleaning supplies.

Cleans and disinfects resident rooms and bathrooms.

Cleans and disinfects kitchen and dining areas..

Wipes and dusts surfaces in rooms and cleans mirrors.

Vacuums and cleans floors, rugs, furniture, and drapes.

Removes linens, towels, bedspreads, and blankets.

Places and neatly tucks clean sheets and blankets on beds and replaces pillowcases.

Stocks towels, washcloths, and hand towels in bathrooms.

Picks up and empties trash containers.

Checks room for food articles and remove unauthorized items (report and turn in items found).

Maintains floors safe and clear of obstructions (residents' belongings, supplies/equipment, etc.)

Loads washers and dryers and folds sheets and towels in laundry room as needed.

Orders or requisitions sufficient supplies to operate the housekeeping department.

Supervises proper care and use of housekeeping equipment.

Notifies maintenance if something is not working properly.

Other Job Functions

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Education: High school diploma or GED, or equivalent is required.

Experience: Experience performing the essential functions of the position is desirable.

Certification/License: None

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Skill to plan, organize, and direct the work of others.

• Detail-oriented and thorough.

• Ability to remain discreet and respect the privacy of residents, tenants, and/or guests.

• Sufficient ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English to complete work efficiently, effectively, and courteously.

• Must display positive attitude.

• Must demonstrate independence, initiative, self-discipline, conscientiousness, and dependability.

Physical Demands/Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of

this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Works in all interior areas of the facility, with controlled heating and lighting. May be exposed to excessive heat in laundry.

Stand, traverse, ascend/descend stairs, move/transport carts weighing over 100 pounds, grasp and manipulate tools/equipment to perform

cleaning functions. Occasionally move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.

Stretch, bend, stoop, squat, twist, crouch, kneel, and balance to perform cleaning activities and to access equipment and supplies.

Prolonged periods standing and walking.

Converse with others

Converse with others, write legibly, enter data into computer, read and comprehend written/verbal information.

Lift and carry up to 35 pounds frequently; up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Stand and walk frequently, simple grasp; fine hand manipulation; near vision; far vision; hear conversation; speak.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Day shift
• Morning shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Gainesville, FL 32608: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Cleaning: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person