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Lead Housekeeper

Job in Lake Forest, Lake County, Illinois, 60045, USA
Listing for: Presbyterian Living
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-01
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Healthcare Administration
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 20.66 - 28.82 USD Hourly USD 20.66 28.82 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Pay range: $20.66 - $28.82

Why Choose us?! Benefits
  • Paid Time Off (PTO):
    With rollover and sellback options
  • Retirement Savings: 403(b) with employer match
  • Disability Coverage:
    Long-term and short-term plans
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
    Confidential support services
  • Continuing Education Support:
    Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs
  • Life Insurance:
    Multiple coverage options to protect loved ones
  • Commuter Benefits: public transportation and mileage reimbursement
  • Pet Insurance:
    Coverage for pet’s health and wellbeing
  • Chaplain Counseling:
    Onsite 24/7 availability for spiritual and emotional support
  • Wellhub:
    Gym benefit for fitness and health
  • Onsite Fitness Centers:
    Convenient access to gym facilities
  • Employee Engagement:
    Organize events to build community
  • Financial Counseling:
    Professional advice for financial wellbeing
  • Mentorship Program:
    Guidance and career development
Wellness
  • Wellhub:
    Gym benefit for fitness and health
  • Onsite Fitness Centers:
    Convenient access to gym facilities
  • Employee Engagement:
    Organize events to build community
  • Financial Counseling:
    Professional advice for financial wellbeing

    Mentorship Program:
    Guidance and career development
Position Overview

The Lead Housekeeper assists the Housekeeping Manager and supervisor in maintaining high-quality cleanliness and laundry services throughout the community. This role ensures staff follow schedules, supervises daily housekeeping and laundry operations, conducts inspections, and fosters a team-oriented environment that upholds a high standard of service.

Essential Functions
  • Maintain housekeeping work orders in Worxhubs
  • Makes sure all housekeeping schedules are completed.
  • Provides feedback to the Manager on departmental issues, resident/staff concerns, and employees’ performance.
  • Performs day-to-day housekeeping functions as assigned.
  • Makes sure all setups and take-downs are completed.
  • Responds to any calls for housekeeping requests or emergencies.
  • Assures assigned work areas are maintained in a safe and clean manner. To train staff on cleaning procedures and safe chemical handling.
  • Assures established infection control and universal precautions practices are maintained, as needed when performing housekeeping procedures.
  • Reports all hazardous conditions or equipment to the Manager.
  • Is aware of Presbyterian Homes Corporate Compliance policies including those having to do with confidentiality and security of information, and concern for the well-being of residents and patients. Demonstrates behaviors and completes work in a manner consistent with these policies.
  • Adapts to changes in responsibilities in a positive manner, is receptive to new ways of completing tasks, and is flexible in carrying out assignments.
Skills/Qualifications
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills.
  • Ability to supervise and motivate a team effectively.
  • Must be able to read and write English; bilingual skills are a plus.
  • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness standards.
Education And Experience
  • One to three years of experience in housekeeping and laundry functions.
  • Experience in a retirement community or healthcare setting is preferred.
Physical Demands
  • Requires standing and walking for long periods.
  • Frequent lifting, bending, and handling of cleaning equipment.
Working Conditions
  • Regular contact with residents, staff, and visitors.
  • Exposure to chemical hazards if safety precautions are not followed.
  • Use of power equipment as part of job responsibilities.
About Us

At Presbyterian Homes, we are a distinguished non-profit senior living care organization with a legacy dating back to 1904. We proudly offer a full continuum of care across four luxury retirement communities, including independent and assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care. Our commitment to excellence in senior living has earned us national recognition and accreditation. We foster a supportive and rewarding workplace environment, as evidenced by our consistently high ratings in engagement surveys.

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