Housekeeping

Gardner White Furniture & Mattress; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Gardner White Furniture & Mattress is seeking a dedicated Housekeeping Associate to keep our retail and warehouse areas clean and organized, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for customers and employees.

The role involves floor care, restroom sanitation, restocking supplies, and adherence to safety procedures. This full-time position requires general PPE knowledge and reliable communication with team members across store operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Previous housekeeping/janitorial experience preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of safety procedures relating to cleaning chemicals and equipment is a plus.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for customer and team interaction.
• Understanding of PPE use and safety hazards in cleaning operations.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain retail and warehouse areas, including floors, surfaces, restrooms, and seating areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and scrub floors regularly, focusing on high-traffic areas and entryways.
• Dust and wipe surfaces, shelves, fixtures, and displays to maintain a tidy appearance.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms; replenish supplies as needed.
• Empty trash and recycling and manage liners as required.
• Monitor and replenish cleaning supplies and restroom amenities; notify management of shortages.
• Follow safety procedures to prevent accidents; proper handling and storage of chemicals/equipment.
• Other duties/projects as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Summary

We are seeking dedicated and detail-oriented Housekeeping Associates to join our team. The Housekeeping Associate will play a vital role in maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout the retail and warehouse areas, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for our customers and employees.

Job Type
Full-time

Description

We are seeking dedicated and detail-oriented Housekeeping Associates to join our team. The Housekeeping Associate will play a vital role in maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout the retail and warehouse areas, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for our customers and employees.

Job Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain retail and warehouse areas, including floors, surfaces, restrooms, and customer seating areas, to uphold cleanliness standards and enhance the overall shopping experience.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and scrub floors regularly to remove dirt, debris, and spills, paying special attention to high-traffic areas and entryways.
• Dust and wipe down surfaces, shelves, fixtures, and displays to remove dust, fingerprints, and smudges, maintaining a tidy and presentable appearance.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms regularly, including toilets, sinks, mirrors, and countertops, replenishing supplies as needed to ensure a clean and hygienic environment.
• Empty trash receptacles and recycling bins throughout the facility, disposing of waste properly and replacing liners as needed.
• Monitor and replenish cleaning supplies and restroom amenities, notifying management of any shortages or maintenance issues.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries, including proper handling and storage of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Other duties/projects as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates in a retail store environment.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand during the entire shift.
• Must be able to lift and/or move, bend, stoop, climb, reach, and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications needed to perform this position

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Previous experience in housekeeping or janitorial services, preferably in a retail or warehouse environment, is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and guidelines related to cleaning chemicals and equipment is a plus.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with customers and colleagues.
• Thorough understanding of safety hazards, personal protection equipment (PPE), and proper use of various cleaning and sanitizing solutions.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position with hours based on the needs of the business.