Housekeeping Team Member

Grace Farms Foundation; New Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical plan options

Generous paid time off

403(b)-retirement plan with match

Access to 80-acre landscape and events

Job summary

A humanitarian and cultural center in New Canaan, Connecticut, is seeking a Housekeeper to maintain cleanliness in office spaces and common areas. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of housekeeping experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to lift at least 25 lbs. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including tuition reimbursement, medical plan options, and generous paid time off. Join a team dedicated to community service and cultural programming in a beautiful environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of housekeeping experience.
• Ability to use cleaning equipment and handle chemicals safely.
• Communicate effectively with team members.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain office spaces and common areas.
• Service all restrooms daily and as needed.
• Report rooms or equipment needing attention to the supervisor.

Skills

Ability to lift at least 25 lbs.

Effective communication skills

Ability to work evenings

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Clean and maintain office spaces, kitchenettes, 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 & Abilities:

• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs.
• Able to push/pull carts and engage in frequent walking, standing, and sitting.
• Use proper body mechanics and follow safety procedures.
• Operate cleaning equipment (mops, brooms, vacuums) and handle chemicals 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.

Experience:

• Minimum of one year of housekeeping experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Compensation range:

$20 – $22

Benefits

Grace Farms offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes tuition reimbursement, different medical plan options, including dental and vision coverage, 100% employer‑paid basic life insurance and short‑term disability, along with a 403(b)-retirement plan with an organizational match. We believe in the importance of rest and balance, offering generous paid time off (PTO), sick and personal days, and 11 paid holidays. All staff are invited to enjoy our scenic 80-acre preserved landscape and participate in the diverse public events hosted on‑site.

Grace Farms is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

About Grace Farms

Grace Farms is a cultural and humanitarian center in New Canaan, Connecticut, that brings people together across sectors to explore nature, arts, justice, community, and faith at the SANAA-designed River building and Barns on 80 acres of publicly accessible natural landscape. Since opening in 2015, it has garnered numerous prestigious awards for contributions to architecture, environmental sustainability, and social good and has become a destination for arts, culture, and community. Grace Farms has welcomed 1 million visitors from around the world to experience innovative programming in music, visual and performing arts, while fostering contemplation and connection through architecture and nature.

Grace Farms' humanitarian work includes leading the Design for Freedom movement to eliminate forced labor in the building materials supply chain and advancing initiatives to foster more grace and peace locally and globally. This commitment extends to Grace Farms Tea and Coffee, a certified B Corp that models ethical and sustainable sourcing while supporting Design for Freedom.

The integration of cultural programming and humanitarian action reflects Grace Farms' collaborative approach to generating new outcomes and meaningful change.