Executive Housekeeper Job at Forefront Healthcare & Culinary Services, Fort Riley, KS

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  • Forefront Healthcare & Culinary Services
  • Fort Riley, KS

Job Description



Forefront Healthcare is unique, experienced, and specialized in serving the continuum of care. With finely tailored, high-quality culinary and support services, Forefront helps its partners elevate the patient and resident experience

Job Description



Forefront Healthcare & Support Services is seeking an experienced and certified Executive Housekeeper to lead and manage housekeeping operations at Fort Riley, Kansas. The Executive Housekeeper will ensure that all patient, staff, and facility areas meet the highest standards of cleanliness, infection control, and operational efficiency in accordance with regulatory and government requirements. This role combines strategic oversight, team leadership, and hands-on management of housekeeping staff to maintain a safe, clean, and compliant healthcare environment.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Direct and oversee all housekeeping operations, including staff supervision, workflow management, and quality assurance.

• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and standards to maintain optimal cleanliness and compliance with hospital and government regulations.

• Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate housekeeping staff to ensure operational excellence.

• Monitor staff performance, schedule assignments, and coordinate coverage to meet facility needs.

• Conduct regular inspections of all patient care, clinical, and support areas to ensure adherence to cleanliness standards.

• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies, equipment, and PPE, ensuring appropriate usage and cost control.

• Collaborate with Infection Control and Facilities Management teams to maintain safety and compliance standards.

• Prepare and submit reports on housekeeping operations, staff performance, compliance metrics, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Participate in budget management, process improvement, and operational planning

Qualifications



Certification and Experience Requirements:

 Must be certified as either:

Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Professional (CHESP) through the American Hospital Association (AHA) or Certified/Registered Executive Housekeeper (C/REH) through the International Executive Housekeepers Association (IEHA).

Certification should be active and current throughout the contract. Certification is preferred prior to start, and required within six (6) months of PIV Card receipt.

  Experience:

Minimum of five (5) years of housekeeping experience.

At least two (2) years of hospital-specific housekeeping experience.

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Skills & Competencies:

Strong leadership and team management skills with proven ability to supervise and motivate staff.

Knowledge of hospital housekeeping standards, infection control, and regulatory compliance.

Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.

 Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Proficiency in reporting, data tracking, and operational metrics.

Commitment to safety, quality, and exceptional service.

Additional Information



Why Join Forefront:

Work with a mission-driven, government-focused division of Forefront Healthcare.

Competitive compensation and benefits.

Opportunity to lead a high-performing housekeeping team in a government healthcare setting.

Collaborative and professional environment emphasizing operational excellence, compliance, and quality outcomes.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work,

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