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TEMP Housekeeper I

19 days ago

Purchase

Job Description Position Title: Temp Housekeeper I (IL) Department: Environmental Services Exempt Status: Non-exempt Supervisor: Director of Environmental Services GENERAL SUMMARY: A unique opportunity exists to join a team in creating a vibrant senior learning community on the campus of Purchase College, State University of New York. The residents of this university-based retirement community will be able to enjoy the many amenities of the college including the renowned Neuberger Museum of Art, the Performing Arts Center, the academic and athletic facilities, and the park-like campus. They will be able to enjoy all these benefits while living in a village designed specifically for their interests and needs. As part of the Purchase College community, Broadview residents will enjoy both formal and informal programming and collaborative opportunities designed to promote intergenerational engagement with members of the college community, ranging from classes and mentoring to providing employment opportunities for students. Broadview will offer the full continuum of services, inclusive of Independent Living, Assisted Living, Enhanced Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Position Summary: The housekeeper is expected to work during the week, some weekends and holidays. The housekeeper is responsible for cleaning and servicing interior villas, apartments, common spaces, kitchens, bathrooms or other areas as assigned; high and low dusting, damp wiping horizontal and vertical surfaces such as chairs, fronts of cabinets, stands, lamps, telephones, windowsills, coffee tables, various ledges and other counter tops except for all technical equipment including computers. Arrange furniture in a neat and orderly fashion. Clean and disinfect bathtubs, sinks, toilets, urinals, clean and polish all mirrors and metal brass, aluminum metals, glass panels in doors, cleaning linens and making beds; dry mop or vacuum floors, other related duties as assigned. This position is a temporary position. Essential Job Functions: • Performs routine cleaning and related service work., • Demonstrates knowledge of Seven Basic Cleaning steps., • Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate chemical use to meet department standards (know chemical, its proper use, has appropriately labeled and stored, etc.), • Practices proper methods of Infection Control in conjunction with cleaning procedures (changing of mop water, proper use of cleaning cloth and other equipment, etc.), • Has knowledge of applicable departmental policies and procedures and uses when appropriate., • Environmental Services Staff may access areas in which medications are stored for cleaning purposes only under the direct supervision of licensed personnel who are allowed access to medications., • Demonstrates proficiency in job related skills., • Maintains closet, housekeeping cart and cleaning equipment in clean orderly and good working condition., • Adheres to departmental dress code and practices personal hygiene., • Meets or exceeds departments standards of quality as evidenced by quality control inspections, and customer feedback., • Participates in staff meetings and attends all mandatory in-services., • Works effectively as a member of the team., • Shows initiative in expanding job-related skills., • Demonstrates positive customer service skills., • Demonstrates commitment to providing a high quality environment for resident care., • Communicates issues/concerns to Supervisor/Director as needed., • Performs other duties as assigned. General Job Functions: • The Community embraces a culture of hospitality. To that end, all employees are expected as a condition of employment to practice the Life Care Services (LCS) Hospitality Promises™ in all interactions with residents, fellow employees, and guests:, • We greet you warmly, by name and with a smile., • We treat everyone with courteous respect., • We anticipate your needs and act accordingly., • We listen and respond enthusiastically in a timely manner., • We hold ourselves and one another accountable., • We make you feel important., • We embrace and value our differences., • We ask, “Is there anything else I can do for you?”, • We maintain high levels of professionalism, both in conduct and appearance, always., • We pay attention to details., • Observe and abide by all regulations to ensure that personal health information is protected during its collection, use, disclosure, storage, and destruction within the community; and to ensure only the minimum necessary information is known to function in this position., • Assure resident safety., • Follow written and oral directions., • Maintain confidentiality of resident and community information., • Assist new employees in following established community policies and procedures., • Complete assignments in a timely manner timely, completely and accurately., • Attend all in-services as assigned or requested., • Participate in interdisciplinary team and other community meetings as assigned or requested., • Consistently work cooperatively with residents, co-workers, physicians, families, consultant personnel and other ancillary service providers., • Observe all community safety policies and procedures., • Is observant of safety hazards and emergency situations, and reports to appropriate person or takes corrective action according to established procedures., • Come to work in a clean, neat uniform and consistently present an appropriate professional appearance., • Come to work as scheduled and consistently demonstrate dependability and punctuality, complies with attendance policy., • Assume accountability for data contained in the Employee Handbook., • Assumes accountability for compliance with Federal, State, and other regulations within scope of control and of which informed., • Observe infection control procedures., • Always follow Residents’ Rights policies., • Observe all community policies and procedures., • Accept assigned duties, instructions or correction in a cooperative manner, voicing concerns or disagreement in a professional manner through established chain of authority according to state procedures., • Must possess a minimum of 1 year of proven experience in a healthcare or hospitality setting; experience in an environmental service., • Ability to read and write., • High School diploma or equivalent experience., • The ability to speak, read and comprehend the English language., • Must be motivational, energetic with a passion for serving others., • Must possess patience and sensitivity to others’ needs; ability to work with community groups., • Good communication skills (oral and written), • Good inter-department communication and teamwork skills, • Lifts and carries up to 50 lbs. with assistance occasionally., • Pushes and pulls up to 50 lbs. with assistance occasionally., • Climbs, reaches, bends and twists occasionally., • Reaches, bends and twists occasionally., • Sits, stands and walks frequently., • Light work – exerts up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects., • Routinely process written information as in policies and procedures, posted notices, instruction materials, regulations, etc., • Routinely complete forms and other written documentation., • Routinely observe resident actions, gestures, and facial expressions., • Routinely recognizes auditory call signals, emergency alarms, wander monitoring system signals, soft voices of the elderly and verbal communication within the workplace., • Routinely observes odors relevant to resident medical and personal care conditions, and those undesirable in the environment., • Routinely interacts with individuals highly dependent on vocal communication – residents, family members, vendors, and co-workers – in circumstances requiring audible and intelligible vocalizations., • Routinely interact with individuals (residents, family members, staff, etc.) who may be discourteous, tactless, demanding, verbally and/or physically threatening or abusive, angry or hostile, emotionally vulnerable or mentally ill, vulgar, mean-natured., • Routinely called upon to control own emotions and behaviors to protect residents’ rights and to respond professionally with respect and dignity., • Individuals must be able to use protective equipment and take proper precautions and emergency measures., • Position is considered at minimal risk of exposure to infections through close contact with residents; minimal hazards associated with chemicals used for general cleaning and disinfecting throughout the community; and some craft materials/supplies. Salary Range for this opportunity is $19.00 per hour. Experience & Education Requirement: Qualifications: Physical Requirements: Physical activities of the position: Physical requirements of the job: Sensory/Cognitive Requirements: This list is not to be inclusive, rather exemplary of times of sensory/cognitive activities involved in performance of job functions. Recognition/vision and mental processing Hearing Smell Verbal communication Professional Behavior Requirements: This list is not to be inclusive, rather exemplary of times of emotional and behavioral activities involved in performance of job functions. Environmental/Occupational Exposures: This list is not to be inclusive, rather exemplary of times of environmental/occupational exposures involved in performance of job functions. Acknowledgment: I have read my job description and understand the information contained within the job description. I further understand that this job description is not intended and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, efforts or physical requirements/working conditions associated with my job. I may be required to perform additional tasks necessary to meet standards of quality and care.

EXECUTIVE CHEF

2 days ago

Mount Vernon

Job Description Salary: 75,000.00 - 85,000.00 Other Forms of Compensation: Driven by our passion in the pursuit of hospitality and culinary excellence, Morrison Living has built community through dining experiences for over a century. Embedded in our culture, we deliver exceptional service and aim to be the best part of someone’s day. The commitment of our team members to these core principles makes us an industry leader and an employer of choice for hospitality professionals. Everything we do means more when it’s served with care. The exceptional care and culinary artistry of our team members is nurtured by training, developing, and recognizing our greatest asset – our people. This approach makes the Morrison Living difference. Join us and discover how we build community one meal at a time. Job Summary: An inspirational and organized leader who is not afraid to roll up their sleeves to ensure the overall success of daily kitchen operations including recruiting, training, and food preparation. The Executive Chef will showcase culinary talents through the delivery of show quality food through personal involvement in task performance while developing and empowering the onsite staff. Works to continually improve resident, employee, and client satisfaction while maximizing the financial performance in all areas of responsibility. Will deliver on company objectives by ensuring monthly budget, food and labor costs are met and, the safe handling of food by following safety & sanitation protocols. Leading Culinary Operation: • Lead daily culinary production in preparation and production of meals, food quality and presentation, compliance with all safety and sanitation standards and regulation, team member productivity and performance, cost controls and overall profitability., • Determines how food should be presented and create decorative food displays., • Provide direction on menu development based on product availability; creates distinctive specials that incorporate seasonal or special ingredients., • Seeks out sources for fresh food; monitors all produce and meat for freshness., • Maintain product consistency by conducting inspections of seasonings, portion, and appearance of food., • Research customer preferences and develops a menu which incorporates local foods and flavors., • Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions., • Demonstrate new cooking techniques and equipment to staff., • Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation., • Ensure compliance with federal, state, local and company health, safety, sanitation standards., • Provides guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance., • Communicates the importance of safety procedures, detailing procedure codes, ensuring employee understanding of safety codes, monitoring processes and procedures related to safety., • Monitors the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met., • Follows and enforces food safety and sanitation guidelines., • Maintains purchasing, receiving and food storage standards. Business & Financial Acumen: • Participates in the development and implementation of business strategies for the community which are aligned with the client’s overall mission, vision values and strategies., • Manages department controllable expenses including food cost, supplies, uniforms, and equipment., • Develops and implements guidelines and control procedures for purchasing and receiving areas., • Analyze financial and operational information on an ongoing basis to adjust business plans, labor requirements, and operating costs., • Develop, implement, and manage the department's budget; continually analyze, forecast, monitor, and control the labor and food costs through various methods to meet/exceed management/budget objectives., • Identify major revenue and expense opportunities and possible problems., • Controls food cost, labor, and other expenses; monitors actual versus budgeted expenses., • Oversees the food inventory, purchasing, control, and disbursement of all food supplies., • Schedules staff based upon forecasted volumes. Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service: • Creates 100% resident satisfaction by providing team members with the training and resources they need to maximize team member engagement and deliver best in class service., • Professional attitude and appearance while engaging with residents and community staff., • Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed., • Provides and supports service behaviors that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention., • Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service. Establishes guidelines so employees understand expectations and parameters. Ensures employees receive on-going training to understand guest expectations., • Ensures that employees provide genuine hospitality and teamwork on an ongoing basis., • Uses teamwork to support guests and employees., • Seeks opportunities to improve the customer experience by seeking resident feedback and developing strategies to improve department., • Reviews resident satisfaction results and other data to identify areas of improvement., • Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints. Team Building and Management: • Regularly lead team member meetings, • Establishes goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc., • Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an "open door" policy and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns., • Develops and implements strategies and practices which support team member engagement., • Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably., • Provides team members with the training needed to understand expectations and perform job responsibilities., • Provides team members with the necessary tools to perform their duties and responsibilities., • Communicates performance expectations and provides team members with on-going feedback., • Provides team members with coaching and counseling as needed to achieve performance objectives and reach their fullest potential. Preferred Qualifications: • A.S. or equivalent experience, • Minimum 5 years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training., • Extensive catering experience a plus, • High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable, • Institutional and batch cooking experiences, • Hands-on chefs experience a must., • Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation, • Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet, • Must be willing to participate in client satisfaction programs/activities., • ServSafe certified - highly desirable.Job Summary Job Summary: Working as the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing kitchen operations while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment for the staff. You will prepare or direct the preparation of meals in accordance with corporate programs and guidelines. This is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial Culinary professional. Key Responsibilities: • Plans regular and modified menus according to established guidelines, • Follows standardized recipes, portioning and presentation standards. Completes and utilizes daily production worksheets and waste log sheets. Tastes completed meals to ensure quality, • Trains kitchen staff in food preparation, safe handling, operation of equipment, food safety and sanitation based on Company and regulatory standards, • Establishes and maintains cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage and work areas. Ensures that kitchen staff follows and completes schedules as assigned, • Maintains inventory of food and non-food supplies to stay within established guidelines while assuring that necessary product is available when needed, • Makes all decisions regarding utilization of leftover food products staying within Company guidelines for such products, • Complies with federal, state and local health and sanitation regulations and department sanitation procedures as evidenced through local health department and third-party audits, • Follows facility, department, and Company safety policies and procedures to include occurrence reporting, • Participates and attends departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs, as appropriate Preferred Qualifications: • A.S. or equivalent experience, • Minimum of three to five years of progressive culinary/kitchen management experience, depending upon formal degree or training, • Extensive catering experience a plus, • High volume, complex foodservice operations experience - highly desirable, • Institutional and batch cooking experiences, • Hands-on chef experience a must, • Comprehensive knowledge of food and catering trends with a focus on quality, production, sanitation, food cost controls, and presentation, • Must be experienced with computers; to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point), Outlook, E-mail and the Internet, • ServSafe certified - highly desirable Apply to Morrison Living today! Morrison Living is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story Associates at Morrison Living are offered many fantastic benefits. • Medical, • Dental, • Vision, • Life Insurance/ AD, • Disability Insurance, • Retirement Plan, • Flexible Time Off, • Paid Parental Leave, • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state), • Personal Leave, • Associate Shopping Program, • Health and Wellness Programs, • Discount Marketplace, • Identity Theft Protection, • Pet Insurance, • Commuter Benefits, • Employee Assistance Program, • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023WageTransparencyMorrisonLiving.pdf Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply. Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Morrison Living maintains a drug-free workplace. Req ID: 1548661 Morrison Living LYN PELLEGRINI [[req_classification]]

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