Lead Housekeeper (EVS)

Job Description

Job Description

Lead Housekeeper

Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Pay rate between $18.27-20.09/hour
based on experience

The Shores, a UMC Community, is currently seeking a Lead Housekeeper for our senior living community located in beautiful Ocean City, NJ in Cape May County.

UMC has been Certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 consecutive years , and 87% of our team members say they feel they make a difference in the work they do.

Benefits for UMC Teammates:

• Employer-subsidized Medical and Dental Insurance (eligible at 30+ hours/week)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays or premium pay when working holidays
• Daily Overtime Opportunities for eligible roles
• Tuition Assistance & Professional Development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Group Life Insurance (No Cost to You)
• Immediate Pay - On-demand access to earned wages
• Optional benefits including Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, and Voluntary Life Insurance

Lead Housekeeper Requirements -

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in custodial, housekeeping, or janitorial work preferred

What you'll do as a Lead Housekeeper -

• Assist the Building Services Director with vendor coordination, equipment and inventory management, trash and hazardous waste scheduling, and departmental representation in their absence.
• Maintain and organize housekeeping and laundry supplies, linens, and inventory to ensure efficiency and prevent unnecessary spending.
• Perform cleaning and floor care in resident rooms, hallways, common areas, and restrooms, including dusting, disinfecting, and operating floor care equipment.
• Empty and sanitize waste receptacles and restock restroom supplies to maintain a safe, hygienic environment.
• Move and arrange furniture and equipment for programs and special events, ensuring spaces are ready safely and efficiently.
• Assist with deliveries, monitor back door activity, and support overall safety and operational needs of the department.

Why Work at UMC (United Methodist Communities)?

For more than 115 years , United Methodist Communities has been dedicated to providing high-quality care to seniors across New Jersey.

Our mission is: "Compassionately serving in community so that all are free to choose abundant life."

According to our Great Place to Work Survey:

• 87% of teammates say their work has special meaning
• 87% feel they make a difference
• Teammates report feeling physically safe in the workplace

UMC provides a full continuum of senior services including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long-Term Care, Short-Term Rehabilitation, Affordable Housing, and Home Care.

UMC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by laws and regulations.