Housekeeper (Full-Time)

Manotick Place Retirement; Manotick; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company events

Dental care

Vision care

Extended health care

Life insurance

On-site gym

On-site parking

Paid time off

Wellness program

Job summary

Manotick Place Retirement Community in Manotick, Ontario, is seeking a full-time Housekeeper. The role reports to the Maintenance Manager and includes cleaning, bed-making, and laundry services in a resident-focused environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma, prior housekeeping experience, clean police record, and health/safety compliance. On-site, daytime shift with competitive hourly pay of $18.90.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous housekeeping experience.
• Strong command of the English language, both verbal and written.
• Knowledgeable in Health and Safety and sanitation regulations.
• Must be able to provide a police check with vulnerable sector screen upon hire.
• Must be able to provide TB testing results upon hire.
• Must be able to provide vaccination records for COVID-19 (minimum 2 doses) upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Sort and separate items to be laundered in accordance with community laundering requirements.
• Operate washing machines and dryers.
• Hand iron and fold or hang garments after laundering.
• Transport laundered garments to appropriate floors.
• Ensure proper identification of all personal clothing.
• Maintain a clean work environment and adequate laundry supplies.
• Observe fire and safety rules and adhere to OH&S policies.
• Clean, mop, wax and polish floors; dust furniture and equipment; arrange furniture as directed.

Skills

English language

High school diploma

Housekeeping experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

HOUSEKEEPER - FULL-TIME

ABOUT US

We’re Glendelle Retirement Living, and we believe that enjoying life is what Vibrant Seniors Living should be all about. We hire outstanding people who truly care about seniors and understand their needs. We value our staff and believe in providing a culture that cultivates and celebrates success, offering excellent benefits and perks, and a vibrant, fun, safe work environment, and much more! As we continue to expand, we invite you to be a part of building a reputation that will stand the test of time. If you are passionate, creative, caring and energetic, we would like to hear from you!

THE OPPORTUNITY

Manotick Place Retirement Community, located in Manotick, Ontario is actively seeking an energetic, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join our growing team.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Housekeeper is responsible for performing cleaning, bed-making and laundry services. Duties include but are not limited to, monitoring quantity of cleaning supplies; safely operating housekeeping equipment and utilizing cleaning chemicals.

THE SPECIFICS

• Employment Term: Permanent
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Biweekly Hours: 75
• Shift Times: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Work Location and Arrangement: Manotick, ONSITE
• Vacancy Status: EXISTING VACANCY
• Compensation: $ 18.90/hour
• AI Disclosure: Artificial intelligence may be used to support the initial screening of applications. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring manager and are not automated.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sort and separate items to be laundered in accordance with community laundering requirements.
• Operate washing machines, dryers.
• Hand iron and fold or hang garments after laundering.
• Transport laundered garments to appropriate floors.
• Ensure proper identification of all personal clothing.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Maintain appropriate level of laundry supplies e.g. soap, bleach, fabric softener.
• Observe all fire and safety rules and be on alert for the safety of the residents, staff and public.
• Work in a safe manner which abides by Occupational Health and Safety policies.
• Clean, mop, wax and polish floors; dust furniture and equipment; arrange furniture in an orderly fashion as directed.
• Continuously follow the principles of "good customer service" and ensure that these values are demonstrated in day-to-day practices.
• Demonstrate the ability to interact effectively with co‑workers, suppliers, residents and families.
• Adhere to legislated and Company standards, policies, procedures and practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lift up to 40 lbs. and push/pull loads up to 50 lbs.
• Walk and stand for periods of at least 4 hours per day.
• Climb, bend and stretch for periods of at least 4 hours per day.

WHO YOU ARE

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous housekeeping experience.
• Strong command of the English language, both verbal and written.
• Knowledgeable in Health and Safety and sanitation regulations.
• Strong organizational skills
• Must be able to provide a police check with vulnerable sector screen upon hire.
• Must be able to provide results of TB (tuberculosis) testing (2-step skin test or chest x-ray) upon hire.
• Must be able to provide a record of vaccination for COVID-19 (minimum 2 doses) upon hire.

ACCOMMODATION

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and selection process upon request.

Glendelle Retirement Living is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to recruiting and retaining a qualified workforce, and is committed to hiring practices that are fair and equitable. The company and its hiring managers always seek to hire the most qualified candidate for a position. A protected characteristic under the Human Rights Code is never used against a person during the hiring process.

INTERVIEW COMMUNICATION

Candidates who are interviewed will be informed whether a hiring decision has been made within 45 days of the interview (or final interview, where applicable).

Pay: $18.90 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Manotick, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• The village of Manotick can be difficult to access by public transportation, especially on weekends. Do you have access to reliable transportation?
• Are there any times during the week that you are unavailable for work due to other commitments (school, other job, etc.)? If so, please list them.

Experience:

• Housekeeping: 1 year (preferred)
• Cleaning: 1 year (preferred)
• Residential cleaning: 1 year (preferred)
• Laundry: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Location:

• Manotick, ON (preferred)

Work Location: In person