About the Role
This position begins April/May and will wrap up September/October, depending on the applicant’s availability and the work available at the beginning & end of the season. The position of Head Housekeeper is best suited for an organized self-motivator who likes working outside and has great attention to detail. The Housekeepers are not only responsible for keeping the resort accommodations orderly and clean for all of our guests, but they are also an ambassador of Kumsheen as a whole. They are responsible for overseeing the housekeeping department, including managing a small team.
Requirements
Communicating with the Reception Office to ensure timely turnover of rented units and that guest requirements/requests are met
Ensuring accommodation units (Canvas Cabins and Teepees) are cleaned, cared for, and inspected according to standards
Performing a variety of cleaning duties both in accommodation units and in common areas of the Resort (such as the washrooms)
Laundry (washing, drying, and folding bed linens, towels, cloths and napkins)
Collecting garbage & recycling from accommodation units
Ensuring organization of the towels, bedding, and cleaning supplies, including checking stock levels
Maintenance of the gardens, including weeding and pruning, as needed
Managing a small team of up to 3-4 other housekeepers including training, scheduling, mentoring, and quality control
Ensuring Housekeeping department staff are kept busy during quiet times, including preparing job lists and completing regular department rounds
Work closely with other managers to ensure overall cleanliness and organization of the full resort
Successful applicants will possess the following:
Must Haves:
Excellent communication skills
Extremely organized and detail oriented
Prioritization and time management skills
Self-motivated and hard working
Friendly and a positive attitude
Nice to Haves:
Previous experience as a housekeeper is preferred
Previous experience in a leadership role, or managing a small team preferred
Gardening or landscaping experience is an asset
We thank all applicants for their interest but are only able to consider candidates with valid authorization to work full-time in Canada.
Salary/Wage
Starting at $18.75/hour, plus great perks
Accessible Employer: Yes
Open to International applicants with valid Canadian Work permits: Yes
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