Facilities Housekeeper & Event Support

Grace Farms Foundation; New Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical plan options

Dental and vision

Employer-paid life insurance

Short-term disability

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Job summary

Grace Farms Foundation in New Canaan, CT is seeking a detail-oriented housekeeping staff member to maintain offices, kitchens, restrooms, and public areas. You will support events, respond to requests, and uphold high cleanliness and safety standards.

Candidates should have at least one year of housekeeping experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and be able to lift 25 lbs and work evenings for events. Competitive benefits and PTO included.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs.
• Able to push/pull carts and frequent walking, standing, and sitting.
• Use proper body mechanics and follow safety procedures.
• Operate cleaning equipment (mops, brooms, vacuums) safely.
• Perform routine, repetitive tasks while maintaining professionalism with visitors and colleagues.
• Communicate effectively with team members.
• Ability to work evenings for special events when needed.
• English communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain office spaces, kitchens, hallways, stairways, elevators, and common areas.
• Service all restrooms daily and as needed.
• Empty wastebaskets and replace liners throughout the building.
• Wash and fold towels.
• Keep housekeeping carts and storage areas organized and clean.
• Wipe down surfaces, windowsills, woodwork, and counters.
• Support special events as assigned.
• Report rooms or equipment requiring immediate attention to the Housekeeping Supervisor.
• Respond to radio calls for housekeeping needs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Lifting 25 lbs

Push/Pull carts

Walking/Standing/Sitting

Body mechanics

Cleaning equipment

Safety procedures

Effective communication

Evening availability

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Grace Farms Foundation in New Canaan, CT is seeking a detail-oriented housekeeping staff member to maintain offices, kitchens, restrooms, and public areas. You will support events, respond to requests, and uphold high cleanliness and safety standards.

Candidates should have at least one year of housekeeping experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and be able to lift 25 lbs and work evenings for events. Competitive benefits and PTO included.