Casual Housekeeper

Job description

POSITION: Casual Housekeeper

REPORTS TO: Housekeeping Manager

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ACCOUNTABILITY & OBJECTIVE:

Is responsible for performing janitorial tasks in an efficient and cooperative manner, with due consideration for residents.

Performs nightly rounds to maintain building security.

BACKGROUND / QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions in the English language.
• Needs visual acuity to ensure cleaning tasks are performed to standards.
• Must be physically able to perform heavy lifting and withstand long periods of standing.
• Some experience in a hospitality and/or housekeeping department is desirable.
• Possesses a pleasant, outgoing personality.
• At least two years housekeeping experience. Knowledge of WHMIS.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs daily and weekly cleaning of all common areas, in accordance with established standards and procedures.
• Cleans staff room and common areas according to established procedures and schedules, as required.
• Launders dining room linens.
• Provides general assistance to residents as required.
• Maintains security of the building by conducting regular rounds and ensuring that access is denied to unauthorized persons.
• Follows weekly cleaning schedule as required including sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, emptying garbage, etc.
• Respond to emergency call system, as required.
• Assists the night Resident Attendant staff with any emergency situations related to residents.
• Participates in safety standards of the residence, including Fire Prevention, Pest control, Continuous Quality Improvement, Occupational Health and Safety, and Infection Control programs as required.
• Does not give out unqualified information and handles all matters in a confidential manner.
• Maintains effective communication with residents, families, staff and community members, using appropriate lines of communication.
• Committed to excellence and the establishing of a "Fabled Residence".
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Salary: $17.09 per hour

Benefits:

• Extended health care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Cleaning: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person