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Housekeeping

1/19/2026

The Housekeeping Associate is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and organization in retail and warehouse areas. This includes cleaning floors, surfaces, restrooms, and customer seating areas to ensure a safe and welcoming environment.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Gardner-White Furniture has been in business since 1912, and as the world of retail drastically changed, we have remained family-owned and operated, and dedicated to being headquartered in Michigan. For the last century, our company has been guided by one principle – to improve lives through furniture - whether you are a customer or member of our community. This guiding principle has allowed us to stay true to our company’s values while being responsive to this evolving industry and staying dedicated to those we serve. When you shop with Gardner-White, you know that you are not just buying furniture, you are investing in the future of Michigan and Michiganders. We have 12 stores in Michigan and employ over 900 Michiganders. As we continue to grow, we wanted to let you know about some of the ways in which every single one of us in the Gardner-White family remains committed to our customers and community.
About the Role

Description

Summary:

We are seeking dedicated and detail-oriented Housekeeping Associates to join our team. The Housekeeping Associate will play a vital role in maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout the retail and warehouse areas, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for our customers and employees.


Job Responsibilities:

  • Clean and maintain retail and warehouse areas, including floors, surfaces, restrooms, and customer seating areas, to uphold cleanliness standards and enhance the overall shopping experience.
  • Sweep, mop, vacuum, and scrub floors regularly to remove dirt, debris, and spills, paying special attention to high-traffic areas and entryways.
  • Dust and wipe down surfaces, shelves, fixtures, and displays to remove dust, fingerprints, and smudges, maintaining a tidy and presentable appearance.
  • Clean and sanitize restrooms regularly, including toilets, sinks, mirrors, and countertops, replenishing supplies as needed to ensure a clean and hygienic environment.
  • Empty trash receptacles and recycling bins throughout the facility, disposing of waste properly and replacing liners as needed.
  • Monitor and replenish cleaning supplies and restroom amenities, notifying management of any shortages or maintenance issues.
  • Follow safety procedures and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries, including proper handling and storage of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
  • Other duties/projects as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities. 


Work Environment

This job operates in a retail store environment. 

Requirements

Physical Demands:

  • Ability to stand during the entire shift.
  • Must be able to lift and/or move, bend, stoop, climb, reach, and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications needed to perform this position:

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • Previous experience in housekeeping or janitorial services, preferably in a retail or warehouse environment, is preferred but not required.
  • Knowledge of safety procedures and guidelines related to cleaning chemicals and equipment is a plus.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with customers and colleagues.
  • Thorough understanding of safety hazards, personal protection equipment (PPE), and proper use of various cleaning and sanitizing solutions.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position with hours based on the needs of the business.

Key Skills
CleaningSanitizingAttention To DetailCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsSafety ProceduresHousekeepingJanitorial Services
Categories
HospitalityRetailCustomer Service & SupportTradesLogistics
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