houseman/woman

NPC/Sandman Hotel Group/Sutton Place Hotel; Halifax; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the hospitality sector is seeking dedicated housekeeping staff to maintain cleanliness and ensure guest satisfaction. This role involves a variety of tasks, from sweeping and mopping to addressing guests' needs and managing lost and found items. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and reliability. Join a team that values initiative and teamwork, where your contributions directly enhance the guest experience. If you are organized, punctual, and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Must handle physical demands including heavy loads and standing for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform light housekeeping tasks such as sweeping and mopping floors.
• Attend to guests' requests and handle lost and found items.

Skills

Client focus

Punctuality

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Initiative

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Job description

Experience

• 7 months to less than 1 year

Work setting

• Hotel, motel, resort

Tasks

• Sweep, mop, wash and polish floors
• Dust furniture
• Vacuum carpeting, area rugs, draperies and upholstered furniture
• Make beds and change sheets
• Distribute clean towels and toiletries
• Clean and disinfect elevators
• Handle and report lost and found items
• Attend to guests' requests for extra supplies or other items
• Pick up debris and empty trash containers
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
• Wash windows, walls and ceilings
• Address customers' complaints or concerns

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Standing for extended periods
• Walking
• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics