What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeping I, Part-time position at Chehaw Park & Zoo?
Job Purpose
General housekeeping in all facets of Park operations with ability to attend to Park facilities with integrity and attention to detail.
➢ Essential Duties
- Daily tasks may include a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, and polishing.
- Ensure all facilities are cared for according to standards.
- Deal with reasonable requests with professionalism and patience
- Adhere to rules regarding health and safety.
- Check stocking levels of all consumables and replace when appropriate.
- May also include general guest services responsibilities, food service preparation, and event preparation duties.
- Supports the Park Authority’s Vision, Mission and Values statement.
- Maintains a positive example in meeting the needs of staff and visitors.
- Any other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
➢ Special skills and abilities
- Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance.
- Working quickly without compromising quality.
- Attention to detail and ability to work within a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Prioritization and time management skills.
- Bright and happy disposition and ability to demonstrate a welcoming and cooperative demeanor toward guests, staff, and volunteers.
- Must be willing to work within a team, have flexible availability, reliable transportation to and from work, and exceptional work ethic.
- Basic computer skills in various types of basic programs.
➢Minimum Qualifications
- Previous experience in housekeeping or related experience preferred; Any combination of education training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job may qualify.
- Must be available for weekend, holiday, and evening hours. This varies upon Park needs.
- Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License. Failure to maintain a valid driver’s license could result in termination. Must be able and comfortable driving a van or truck.
➢ Physical Demands
- Walking, standing, kneeling, and bending are required of this position on a daily basis.
- Physical strength to lift 25 pounds and occasionally lift 50 pounds,
- Stamina to work extended periods.
➢ Work Environment
- Employee is expected to work outside 90% of the time, must be comfortable working in park/zoo setting.
➢ Miscellaneous
Chehaw Park & Zoo is a Drug Free Workplace. Employees routinely perform duties in which impairment caused by drugs or alcohol could create a significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, their coworkers, animals in our care, and the public. Given the safety-sensitive nature of our operations, employees may be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing on a random basis, as well as under reasonable-suspicion circumstances and following workplace accidents or incidents, in accordance with applicable policies and laws.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $10.10 - $15.20 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $10 - $15