Housekeeper/Food Service Cleaner (2706) – Citywide – (A00019)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Paid holidays
Employee assistance program
Uniform allowance
Job Description
The hiring establishment is a public utilities commission that operates the Hetch Hetchy Project, a vital water supply and hydroelectric power resource. This agency is responsible for maintaining various facilities including quarters for interns, physicians, nurses, student nurses, and lodgers, as well as food courts at airports. The organization values cleanliness, hygiene, and customer service, ensuring a safe and sanitary environment for employees, guests, and the general public. As a government entity, the commission is committed to upholding public health standards and environmental protocols, particularly in waste disposal and recycling practices. Working conditions may include exposure to physical labor, cleaning chemicals, and variable shifts that cover day, evening, and overnight hours.Show More
The role of Housekeeper/Food Service Cleaner involves a broad range of cleaning and housekeeping tasks that maintain the sanitation and overall upkeep of living quarters and food service areas. This is a physically demanding position that requires sustained effort and the ability to lift and move furniture or equipment up to 50 pounds. Key responsibilities include sweeping, mopping, dusting, polishing, waste management, and using commercial dishwashing equipment responsibly. For those assigned to the Hetch Hetchy Project quarters, additional tasks involve changing bed linens, laundering soiled linens, cleaning kitchen appliances and surfaces, assisting with meal preparation, and ensuring bathrooms are cleaned daily. Employees must be adaptable and willing to work various shifts including weekends and holidays. Certain assignments may also require temporary stays in remote guest facilities or bunkhouses, necessitating flexibility and readiness for extended stays away from home.
This role is essential for the health and safety of all individuals occupying the spaces cleaned, and the housekeeping staff plays a critical part in maintaining operational standards that meet regulatory requirements. The position offers practical experience in a government work environment and an opportunity to contribute to the public service mission of the commission. Candidates who thrive in structured, physical, and supportive roles that require attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols will find this position both rewarding and challenging. Although not explicitly stated, the position likely offers benefits typical of public sector employment such as health coverage, paid time off, and retirement plans. Overall, the Housekeeper/Food Service Cleaner is a vital part of ensuring that facilities remain clean, safe, and welcoming, reinforcing the organization's commitment to excellence in public service.Show Less
This role is essential for the health and safety of all individuals occupying the spaces cleaned, and the housekeeping staff plays a critical part in maintaining operational standards that meet regulatory requirements. The position offers practical experience in a government work environment and an opportunity to contribute to the public service mission of the commission. Candidates who thrive in structured, physical, and supportive roles that require attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols will find this position both rewarding and challenging. Although not explicitly stated, the position likely offers benefits typical of public sector employment such as health coverage, paid time off, and retirement plans. Overall, the Housekeeper/Food Service Cleaner is a vital part of ensuring that facilities remain clean, safe, and welcoming, reinforcing the organization's commitment to excellence in public service.Show Less
Job Requirements
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
- willingness to work day, swing, or graveyard shifts including weekends and holidays
- physical stamina for sustained light and occasional heavy work
- ability to follow safety protocols and use cleaning chemicals safely
- dependable and punctual with strong work ethic
- ability to stay several days or weeks at remote guest facilities if assigned to certain positions
- basic reading and comprehension skills to understand Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and instructions
- good interpersonal skills to provide assistance to the public
- ability to handle cleaning equipment and machinery
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- prior experience in housekeeping or food service cleaning advantageous
- ability to operate commercial cleaning machinery
- knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety procedures
- strong attention to detail
- good physical stamina and ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- effective communication skills
- ability to work independently and as part of a team
- flexibility to work day, swing, or graveyard shifts including weekends and holidays
Job Duties
- Sweeps and mops floors
- replenishes supplies as needed
- assists in stripping and waxing floors
- cleans, dusts, and polishes furniture and empties trash receptacles
- moves and cleans tables and chairs as needed
- removes used trays, dishes, and food from tables
- keeps trays in order for distribution
- operates commercial dishwashers and trash compactors
- uses and reads Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and chemical solutions
- provides information and assistance to the general public
- ensures waste is disposed of according to recycling procedures
- changes bed linens, makes beds, launder soiled linens
- washes toilets, bathtubs, shower stalls daily
- cleans kitchens including stoves, refrigerators, sinks, shelves, cupboards, dishes, pots, and pans
- cleans inside windows and blinds
- assists in the preparation and serving of meals
- performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned
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