Housekeeper

Diocese of Tucson; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 17,559 - 25,008; Part time

Job summary

Saint Kateri Tekakwitha Mission Parish is seeking a part-time Parish Cook/Housekeeper at the St. Kateri Tekakwitha Mission Parish Rectory in Tucson, AZ.

The role requires preparing meals for the pastor, clergy, and guests and maintaining a clean living and kitchen space. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, at least one year of cooking experience, knowledge of health practices, and a valid Arizona driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year of cooking experience in a commercial or private setting is required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of modern cooking procedures and health practices is expected.
• Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals for the pastor, clergy, and guests.
• Maintain cleanliness of the parish residence and kitchen.
• Arrange laundry services for the pastor, clergy and guests as required.
• Adhere to allocated budget guidelines.
• Respect the privacy and confidentiality of residents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Professional conduct

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One year cooking experience (preferred)

Tools

Driver's license

Kitchen equipment familiarity

Job description

Location: St Kateri Tekakwitha Parish - Tucson, AZ

Job Id: 3624

# of Openings: 1

Saint Kateri Tekakwitha Mission Parish

Job Description

Job Title: Parish Cook/Housekeeper Status: Part Time

Exemption Status: Non-exempt Salary Grade: $15.45 per hour

Department/Location: St. Kateri Tekakwitha Mission Parish Rectory, 101 W. 31 st Street, Tucson, AZ 85713

Primary Function: Under the direction of the Pastor or Parish Administrator is responsible for providing meals for the pastor, other clergy, or visiting guests.The Employee shall be a minister of the Gospel and Catholic Teaching behaviorally while at work and in his/her personal life, “…Live in a manner worthy of the call you have received.” (Eph. 4:1)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform in support of the parish's spiritual and pastoral mission.
• Shall abide by Catholic principles in the employee's professional and private life and
• shall govern his/her professional and private life in strict accordance with Catholic
• morals and principles to demonstrate complete adherence to Catholic moral strictures.
• Clean and maintain the parish residence by dusting, sweeping, mopping, waxing, andvacuuming as necessary.
• Provide or arrange for laundry services for the Pastor, clergy and guests as required.
• Wash and dry clothes and linens and arrange for dry cleaning.
• Ensure living quarters are clean at all times.
• Work within allotted budget guidelines.
• Respect the privacy of those in residence and maintain confidentiality of parishinformation.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Physical/Mental Requirements

Requires coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual ability; ability to lift as required in a normal household environment.

Required Activities

Walking; sitting standing; stooping; reaching; talking; handling, hearing; carrying; and climbing.

Basic Qualifications

• Must have a working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of the Diocese and Catholic Church; be in full communion with the Church.
• Excellent communications skills, verbal and written; excellent human relations and interpersonal skills.
• Exercise courtesy to fellow employees; interact with priests and others in a professional, courteous, and tactful manner.
• Must be a self-starter; well organized; perform multiple tasks simultaneously and workwith a sense of urgency.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment; punctuality is a must at all times;
• Ability to travel local as required; weekend and overtime work may be required.
• A thorough knowledge of the use of the tools and equipment associated withhousekeeping.
• Possess a valid Arizona driver's license.
• Ability to successfully pass a background, criminal history, and credit history check.
• Professional bearing; clean and neat personal appearance

Education and Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Comprehensive knowledge of modern cooking procedures and health and hygiene requirements
• One years’ experience as a cook in a commercial or private environment

Other/Prederred skills

Covenants of Employment

St. Kateri Tekakwitha Church is a Roman Catholic religious organization and that all employees are expected to respect and conduct themselves in accordance with the values, teachings, and morals of the Roman Catholic Church and by Arizona state law. Under the “Zero Tolerance Policy”, no one will be knowingly assigned or retained to serve in the Parish when that person is determined to have engaged in the abuse of a minor or to have violated boundaries in dealing with minors.