Housekeeper/Cook

Diocese of Camden; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Diocese of Camden is seeking a caretaker responsible for overseeing cleaning, cooking, and laundry services at the Sacred Heart Residence. This role includes maintaining cleanliness, assisting with kitchen tasks, and ensuring adherence to health and safety standards. A comprehensive benefits package is provided, including health insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Short & Long-Term Disability

Retirement Savings Plan

Qualifications

• Must clearly communicate in a professional manner.
• Ability to interact respectfully with others.
• Must have successful experience in cleaning tasks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of cleaning, cooking, and laundry services.
• Maintain cleanliness and health and safety standards.
• Assist with meal preparation as needed.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time Management

Flexibility

Cleaning Expertise

Job description

Summary: Responsible for overseeing the daily operations of cleaning, cooking, and laundry services for the priests at the Sacred Heart Residence ensuring that the residence maintains cleanliness and meets health and safety standards.

Job Tasks

• Clean the Residence by dusting, sweeping, mopping, waxing, scrubbing, and vacuuming, following the established cleaning schedule to maintain an orderly environment.
• Provide laundry services for the priests, including washing, drying, ironing clothing and linens, and arranging for dry cleaning when necessary.
• Maintain cleaning supply areas and communicate supply needs to the designated person responsible for ordering.
• Assist with cooking or dining services when needed, including food preparation and meal service.
• Maintain a professional and respectful demeanor toward other staff members and residents at all times.
• Perform all other tasks related to the upkeep of the Residence as assigned by the Supervisor.

Main Responsibilities, Required Skills and Knowledge

Communication: Must clearly communicate in a professional manner with residents, coworkers, and management. Should understand instructions and read written company memos. Must also know when to ask for more direction or training if needed.

Interpersonal Relationships: Ability to interact respectfully with residents and coworkers, adapting to different personalities without losing focus.

Teamwork:Establishing and maintaining good working relationships within the team is crucial to ensuring a positive work environment.

Performing General Physical Activities: Must perform various physical activities in different environmental conditions, including lifting, walking, and cleaning. Must be able to stand for extended periods and handle physical tasks like cleaning and laundry duties.

Problem Solving and Conflict Management: Must be able to identify problems that arise and resolve them appropriately, using good judgment and initiative according to company policies and procedures.

Analytical Skills: Required basic understanding of cleaning methods, food preparation, and laundry procedures. Ability to manage time and materials effectively.

Quality Control and Priority Assessment: Must ensure all areas are maintained to the highest cleanliness standards and prioritize duties to meet the Residence's needs.

Time Management Skills: Ability to organize tasks, delegate responsibilities where applicable, and ensure the timely completion of daily cleaning, laundry, and food-related tasks.

Language Skills: Must be able to speak, understand and write English effectively.

Flexibility: Willingness to assist with other tasks and take on additional responsibilities, such as cooking or cleaning duties, as needed based on volume or staffing levels.

Cleaning Expertise: Must have successful experience in performing a variety of cleaning tasks, including dusting, sweeping, mopping, waxing, scrubbing, and vacuuming, to ensure the Residence is maintained to high cleanliness standards.

Confidentiality: Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately at all times.

Flexibility: Must be adaptable to varying work hours and job responsibilities as needed, with the ability to adjust to different shifts and tasks as required by the Residence's needs.

Public Relations Skills: Must possess strong communication skills for interacting with residents, visitors, and other staff members in a respectful and professional manner.

Time Management: Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks efficiently, ensuring cleaning and laundry duties are completed on time and to the expected standard.

Transportation: May be required to provide personal transportation for job-related responsibilities, depending on the needs of the Residence.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, along with a Defined Contribution Plan for retirement savings. Employees are also covered by Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, and Short & Long-Term Disability. Additional protections include Accident & Critical Illness Insurance and Hospital Indemnity Insurance. To support work-life balance, we provide Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, and Sick & Personal Time.