Housekeeper

Role overview

This permanent full-time Housekeeper position is based at Aspira Doon Village Retirement Living in Kitchener, Ontario. The role is scheduled Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with weekends off. In this job, you will contribute directly to the comfort, cleanliness, and dignity of residents in a retirement home setting, while building genuine connections with the people who live and work there.

The organization’s focus is on enriching everyday life for seniors and creating an environment where residents are known as individuals, not just by name. The work is part of a team culture centered on respect, care, inclusion, and meaningful service.

What the employer offers

• A competitive pay and vacation arrangement
• Health and dental coverage
• RRSP with employer matching
• Share Ownership and Reward Program (SOAR)
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• A welcoming workplace that respects diversity and varied perspectives

Key duties

• Accept daily work assignments, collect the necessary supplies, and move materials to the assigned area.
• Carry out housekeeping tasks in resident rooms according to the schedule provided.
• Clean floors through sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and carpet shampooing.
• Spot-clean walls, windows, and doors as needed.
• Dust and sanitize furniture, shelves, and woodwork.
• Empty waste containers and reset rooms as required.
• Clean and disinfect bathrooms every day, including floors, fixtures, and walls.
• Prepare rooms for incoming residents and keep them ready for tours.
• Respect resident privacy while working in occupied spaces.
• Follow established room-preparation procedures and complete any other tasks assigned.

Candidate profile

The ideal applicant is caring, dependable, and motivated by work that improves the lives of seniors. Strong attention to detail, good customer service skills, and the ability to communicate well with residents and staff are important for success in this role.

Important conditions

• Applicants must be legally allowed to work in Canada or hold a valid work/study permit.
• A Vulnerable Sector Check must be successfully completed.
• All applicants must pass the required Criminal Records Check; this applies to British Columbia applicants.
• The employer provides an accessible candidate experience and can offer accommodations during recruitment, selection, and assessment upon request.
• The organization is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Work schedule

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Saturday and Sunday are off.

Mission

The mission is to foster joy in everyday life and support Canadian seniors with comfort, dignity, and respect.