Housekeeping Director

Brookdale Senior Living; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior living is seeking a dedicated Director of Housekeeping to lead housekeeping operations. This full-time leadership role involves managing a team, ensuring high cleanliness standards, and overseeing budget and inventory control. Join a recognized workplace for diversity and enjoy professional development, wellness programs, and comprehensive benefits. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact in enhancing residents' lives while fostering a safe and efficient working environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Disability Coverage

Adoption Benefits

Voluntary Benefits

Bonus Incentives

Qualifications

• Experience in managing housekeeping staff and operations.
• Knowledge of safety standards and compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage housekeeping staff and coordinate cleaning schedules.
• Oversee inventory control and budget management.
• Conduct training sessions and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Staff Management

Budget Management

Safety Compliance

Inventory Control

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Management

Tools

Cleaning Equipment

Inventory Management Software

Job description

Description

Manages all housekeeping operations within a community to ensure a high standard of cleanliness both inside and outside the community. Supervises the housekeeping staff, directly or through subordinate managers/supervisors, and may be required to supervise other positions.

1. Manages housekeeping staff and coordinates staffing schedules to ensure the proper cleaning of offices, public spaces, residential apartments, and community grounds. Conducts regular inspections of all resident and public areas.
2. Plans and schedules cleaning programs, including but not limited to annuals, move-in preparations, and carpet cleaning.
3. Oversees inventory control systems for all supplies, chemicals, and equipment. Monitors inventory levels and may order all equipment and supplies needed for the department. Ensures the safe handling and storage of equipment and supplies.
4. Develops and monitors the department budget, including purchasing and staffing expenditures. Approves equipment and supply orders to maintain proper inventory levels. Routinely monitors budget compliance and recommends adjustments to maintain operational quality and resident satisfaction.
5. Schedules and conducts training sessions and department meetings for housekeeping personnel. Ensures staff is trained on the safe handling of cleaning chemicals and compliance with safety standards such as MSDS, OSHA, EPA, and other regulations.
6. Informs Resident Services Director and/or Executive Director of any resident issues or concerns. Prepares resident charges/billing for housekeeping services when applicable.
7. Hires, trains, disciplines, and terminates department employees in accordance with company policies. May consult with the Executive Director on these decisions.
8. May assist housekeeping staff with cleaning duties as needed, including floors, restrooms, kitchens, and other areas.
9. Strives to maintain a safe working environment by preventing accidents, preserving equipment, and promoting safe practices.

This job description provides an overview of the responsibilities for the position and is not exhaustive. Associates are expected to perform all duties assigned by their supervisor.

Full Time Leadership Role - Director, Housekeeping

Senior Living Community

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity

Make Lives Better Including Your Own. Join us to grow your career through professional development, wellness programs, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans.

Benefits include Paid Time Off, holidays, company life insurance, adoption benefits, disability coverage, FSA, HSA, optional life insurance, voluntary benefits, tuition reimbursement, and bonus incentives.

Base pay will be determined by skills and experience. Benefits eligibility varies for full-time and temporary associates. Veterans, transitioning military, and spouses are encouraged to apply. Support for naturalization fees is available for qualifying associates.

The application deadline is approximately 30 days from posting.