Environmental Services Supervisor - Etobicoke General Hospital

COMPASS GROUP CANADA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada is seeking an Environmental Services Supervisor to supervise housekeeping and porter staff at the Toronto site, ensuring safety, cleanliness and service standards. The role includes personnel management, infection control, budgeting and coordination with clients.

Ideal candidates have at least two years of supervisory experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and proficient computer abilities.

Qualifications

• At least two years of Environmental Services Supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of housekeeping procedures and laundry management, with emphasis on Infection Control and Health & Safety.
• Experience working in a unionized environment is preferred.
• Understanding of budgeting processes and profit/loss concepts.
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Strong administrative and organizational abilities; ability to prioritize.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, trains and inspects the performance of housekeeping and porter staff to meet unit standards.
• Coordinates and supports activities of housekeeping and linen departments with emphasis on Infection Control and Safety.
• Manages department budget and controls costs in line with approved budgets.
• Develops and enforces policies and procedures to meet site needs.
• Conducts inventory of supplies and orders to maintain costs within budget.

Skills

Environmental Services Supervisory

Infection Control

Budgeting / P&L awareness

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Job description

The salary range for this position is $47,500 to $57,500. Final compensation will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may be entitled to other elements of total compensation, which may include group benefits, employer RRSP contributions, and discretionary bonus or incentive programs, where applicable to the role. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and comply with all applicable pay transparency legislation. Further details regarding our total rewards program will be shared by the Talent Acquisition team during the hiring process. Canadian work experience is not a requirement for this role. Please note that artificial intelligence–based tools may be used at certain stages of the recruitment and applicant screening process.

Supervises, trains and inspects the performance of assigned housekeeping and porter staff to ensure all procedures are completed to unit's standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain responsibility and accountability for Personnel Management Functions of the department. Personnel Management includes new associate interviews, selection, hiring, evaluation and on occasion termination in accordance with Compass Standards, Client Contract and applicable Union Collective Agreement.
• Coordinate and support all relevant activities of the housekeeping and linen department with a special emphasis on Infection Control and Occupational Health & Safety.
• Maintain responsibility and accountability for the Financial Management of the costs and expenses of the budget for the site.
• Develop and follows appropriate policies, procedures, job routines to meet the needs of the site.
• Conduct regular inventory of housekeeping supplies and order these, keeping costs in line with approved budgetary amounts.

• Ensure assigned staff have reported to work and clocked in properly; document late or absent employees.
• Document call offs, and replace for any shift and coordinate assigned staff breaks.
• Prepare and distribute assignment sheets to staff and review priorities. Communicate additions or changes to the assignment sheets as they arise throughout the shift.
• Assign designated keys, radios and beepers to assigned staff. Maintain accurate record of such assignments and ensure security of keys.
• Check all equipment used by staff for proper supplies, neatness, cleanliness and mechanical problems. Instruct designated personnel to correct deficiencies.
• Assist staff to ensure highest standards of cleanliness and service and conduct staff training as assigned.

Qualifications:

Do you have what it takes to be one of our Environmental Services Supervisor? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role:

• At least two (2) years of Environmental Services Supervisory experience.
• Working knowledge of all housekeeping procedures and laundry management with a strong emphasis on Infection Control, Standard Precautions and Health & Safety.
• Previous experience working in a unionized environment is preferred.
• Understanding of budgeting processes and awareness of profit and loss concepts.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills both one-on-one and in group situations.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written format and oral presentations.
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills and an ability to prioritize
• Excellent computer skills.