We are seeking an outstanding, trustworthy individual to fill the full-time position of Housekeeper - Private Residences.

This position is responsible for providing excellence in property cleanliness, service, organization, and presentation across personal residential properties located in the HRM and South Shore.

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Full Benefits (including Comprehensive Extended Health & Dental Benefits, RRSP Plan Matching, Monthly Transit Pass, Health & Wellness Incentives, and Education Reimbursement Program)

Hours of Work: Full-time day hours; primarily Monday to Friday, with weekends required on an as needed basis, especially during summer months

Work Location: Personal Residential Properties in the HRM & South Shore

Position Requirements: Valid Drivers License – Ability to commute during all seasons.

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Duties And Responsibilities

The Housekeeper - Private Residences is responsible for interior and exterior cleaning of the properties, with duties including:

Cleaning common areas, hallways, bedrooms, washrooms, stairways
Cleaning rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies
Sorting clothing and other articles, loading washing machines, folding dried items, ironing, and properly putting away laundry
Dropping off and picking up dry cleaning
Washing windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork, waxing and polishing as necessary
Cleaning and maintaining appliances and other household equipment
Keeping exterior areas neat and free of debris
Emptying wastebaskets and moving trash and waste to disposal areas
Dusting and polishing furniture and equipment
Running errands and picking up groceries
Stocking and organizing pantries and cupboards
Ensuring all entertaining and gathering areas are cleaned on a regular basis
Turning over guest suites between visitors
Ensuring properties are maintained to top cleanliness standards
Handling other one-off housekeeping duties as they arise

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Position Requirements

Excellent judgment, discretion, trustworthiness, and respect for confidentiality
5+ years housekeeping experience
Ability to perform assigned duties maturely and confidently without supervision
Exceptional ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and effectively manage timelines
Ability to perform with tact and professionalism
Strong initiative with the ability to anticipate needs, quickly and effectively
Flexibility to work outside of strict job description
Flexibility in working hours and location, working weekends when required (with days off shifted to weekdays)
Strong ability to adjust and adapt to changing demands and situations
Strong attention to detail

Travel within Nova Scotia is a requirement - must have a valid driver's license.

The successful candidate will be subject to applicable pre-employment testing, including Criminal Records check and a Drivers Abstract checks.

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Housekeeper - Private Residences