Supervises Housekeeping staff in assigned area, ensuring optimum use of staff, materials, equipment and the maintenance of established standards.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

1.Supervises Housekeeping staff in assigned area, ensuring optimum utilization of resources and the maintenance of established standards. 2.Performs inspections according to departmental requirements using an inspection tracker and an inspection checklist. 3.Organizes distribution of materials, consumables and machinery from Housekeeping Store Room. 4.Coordinates with the housekeeping store staff to ensure that the supplies and equipment required completing scheduled work are available at the correct time and place. Ensures that subordinate housekeeping staff uses these materials correctly and economically. 5.Coordinates with the housekeeping store staff to ensure window privacy and tha tshower curtains are changed and laundered, as necessary. 6.Assists with orientation and the training of new employees on-the-job by demonstrating cleaning methods, chemical and equipment usage and providing education about Standard and Transmission- based Isolation Precautions, the Blood-borne Pathogens (BBP) standard, use of PPE, hand hygiene requirements based on KFSH &(Gen. Org.) Infection control policy and ensures respiratory fit testing is done if required. Utilizes SIM laboratory for education. 7.Receives requests/complaints from user departments and takes appropriate action. 8.Evaluates and supervises staff performance, recommends performance improvements action, counsels subordinates, and recommends disciplinary action as required. 9.Uses computer system for work requests, patient discharge information and leave requests. 10.Reports any mechanical failures/discrepancies or unsafe conditions in his/her assigned area. 11.Supervises the movement of patient room furniture to/from storage area, and completes any necessary documentation. 12.Coordinates preventive maintenance of housekeeping equipment/machines. 13.Insures the compliance with KFSH&RC (Gen. Org.) Infection Control policies and procedures pertaining to patients precautions. 14.Follows all fire, safety and security procedures, and ensures that locked areas are maintained after they are accessed for cleaning purposes.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Hotel and Restaurant Management or other related discipline is required.

Experience Required

One (1) year of related experience with Bachelor’s Degree is required

Other Requirements(Certificates)

• CHESP certification is preferred.
• Ability to read, write & communicate in English.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel & Power-point.