Assistant Executive Housekeeper

Forefront Healthcare is unique, experienced, and specialized in serving the continuum of care. With finely tailored, high-quality culinary and support services, Forefront helps its partners elevate the patient and resident experience

Position Summary:

Forefront Healthcare & Support Services is seeking an experienced Assistant Executive Housekeeper (AEH) to support the Executive Housekeeper in managing housekeeping operations at Fort Riley, Kansas. The AEH will assist in overseeing daily housekeeping activities, ensure compliance with all standards and regulations, and act as the on-site manager in the absence of the Executive Housekeeper. This role combines operational support, staff supervision, and leadership responsibilities to maintain a clean, safe, and compliant healthcare environment.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as acting on-site manager in the absence of the Executive Housekeeper, performing all executive-level duties as needed.

• Support the Executive Housekeeper in planning, directing, and coordinating housekeeping operations across the facility.

• Supervise, train, mentor, and evaluate housekeeping staff to maintain performance standards and compliance.

• Assist with scheduling, workflow management, and staffing coverage to meet operational needs.

• Conduct inspections of patient, clinical, and support areas to ensure cleanliness, infection control, and adherence to regulatory standards.

• Support inventory management, including cleaning supplies, equipment, and PPE.

• Collaborate with Infection Control, Facilities, and Operations teams to ensure a safe and compliant environment.

• Assist with preparing reports, tracking metrics, and implementing quality improvement initiatives.

• Provide guidance and support to staff regarding housekeeping policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.

Certification and Experience Requirements:

Certification: Preferred to hold, or obtain within six (6) months of PIV Card receipt, one of the following:

Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Professional (CHESP) through the AHA or

Certified/Registered Executive Housekeeper (C/REH) through IEHA.

Experience:

Minimum of three (3) years of housekeeping experience, with at least one (1) year in a hospital or healthcare setting preferred.

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Skills & Competencies:

Strong leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to act as on-site manager when needed.

Knowledge of hospital housekeeping standards, infection control practices, and regulatory compliance.

Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Ability to oversee multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.

Familiarity with housekeeping operations, inventory management, and staff training.

Commitment to quality, safety, and compliance in healthcare environments.

Why Join Forefront:

Opportunity to gain hands-on leadership experience in a fast-paced, government healthcare environment.

Work with a mission-driven organization focused on operational excellence and compliance.

Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Career growth potential within Forefront’s government and healthcare divisions.