Housekeeping
Housekeeping refers to the management of duties and chores involved in the running of a household, such as cleaning, cooking, home maintenance, shopping, and bill payment. These tasks may be performed by members of the household, or by other persons hired for the purpose. The term is also used to refer to the money allocated for such purposes.
Overview[edit | edit source]
Housekeeping is a crucial aspect of homes, hotels, hospitals, and other establishments, ensuring cleanliness, comfort, and a healthy environment. The housekeeping department in a hotel is responsible for the cleanliness, maintenance, and aesthetic upkeep of rooms, public areas, back areas, and surroundings.
A housekeeper is a person employed to manage all household affairs in an organized and proficient manner. Many homes require this essential domestic help. Housekeeping duties and responsibilities involve maintaining cleanliness, a periodic deep clean of the property, shopping for food and other household items, preparing and serving meals, laundry and ironing, looking after household pets, and taking care of the household's children.
Housekeeping in Healthcare[edit | edit source]
In healthcare, housekeeping refers to the general cleaning and disinfecting of the patient care areas. In hospitals, housekeeping is usually facilitated by the environmental services department. In long term care and nursing homes, housekeepers are often a part of the nursing team as they help maintain a physical environment conducive to the health and safety of residents.
Housekeeping in Hospitality[edit | edit source]
In the hospitality industry, housekeeping refers to the upkeep of cleanliness and hygiene within a hotel or other types of guest accommodations. Housekeepers are responsible for ensuring rooms and other areas of a hotel are kept clean everyday. Housekeeping in the hospitality industry also involves a range of other services, including laundry and lost-and-found, etc.
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