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Housekeeper

V!VA Retirement Communities·Toronto, Ontario

CA$21 - CA$21/hr·Unknown·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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Follow daily, weekly, and monthly housekeeping cleaning schedules.

Clean floors and perform sweeping, mopping, and disinfection as necessary.

Perform emergency housekeeping when accidents occur.

Clean and maintain furnishings, fixtures, and surfaces (dusting, spot cleaning, washing, disinfecting, polishing, and replacing slip covers/doilies when soiled).

Empty and clean ashtrays and waste baskets, including relining, and dispose of garbage.

Straighten and rearrange furnishings as directed; inspect for wear and defects and report to supervisor.

Clean and disinfect bathrooms (private, public, staff), including replenishing supplies and washing windows and mirrors.

Clean suites according to procedures upon move-out and prepare for new occupants.

Wash, fold, iron, and deliver laundry as required.

Ensure infection control protocols are in place and followed, increasing protocols when needed (e.g., outbreak).

Perform supervisory duties during fire or emergency situations during overnight hours.

Report and document findings in the communication binder and to the Services Manager.

Maintain confidentiality and privacy of information in day-to-day tasks and communication.

Support the Services Manager in addressing needs of current and prospective community members.

Complete other projects and responsibilities as assigned

  • An Extraordinary Opportunity Awaits - V!VA Leaside Opens in 2026! Would you like to fill your time with meaningful, fulfilling work for Seniors? Join the exclusive launch team at V!VA Leaside - Toronto's premier luxury retirement residence Craft a truly exceptional lifestyle experience from the ground up in one of the city's most prestigious neighbourhoods Join a company that believes in Making Today Great! Be a part of a distinguished founding team curating an exceptional lifestyle experience for our Community Members from day one Surround yourself with excellence, compassion, and innovation - and discover why we are Happier Here™! Enjoy competitive salary, health benefits, team meals, vacation, sick pay, and more! You. You have a passion to raise the bar in the retirement industry. You are an energetic, motivated team player who is able to inspire others to provide the highest standards of performance and customer service. You will have abilities and customer service experience in a similar setting with skills and knowledge in the areas of housekeeping, health and safety practices and be a contributing team player to the overall success of the Community. You are committed to upholding the V!VA Values and Culture. If making a difference in people’s lives is important to you, then we are eager to hear from you. Us. What do you get when a team of experienced industry professionals combine their passion and decide it is time to raise the bar in the retirement living industry? You get V!VA Retirement Communities. At V!VA, we aren’t about grand statements or lofty ideals. We are a group of Canadians committed to bringing the right mix of people together to inspire each other and deliver the highest standards of customer service and performance in the retirement industry. At V!VA we put people first. We are looking for just the right person who shares V!VA’s mission – Making Today Great! The Career. As a Housekeeper at a V!VA Retirement Community, you will be accountable to your schedule and job duties as they pertain to your assigned shifts. You will collaborate and work as a team player with emphasis on cleanliness throughout the community for the enjoyment of our Community Members and guests. When needed, you will be part of the first response team for all emergency situations. You will be able to initiate procedures found in the approved Fire Plan and Emergency Plan if needed ensuring the Community Members safety at all times. You will report and document all findings both in the communication binder and to the Services Manager to ensure a seamless communication and support system. Ensure the appropriate methods of maintaining confidentiality and privacy of information are carried out in your day to day tasks and communication. Working closely with the Services Manager to address, support and honor the needs of our current and prospective Community Members. Key Responsibilities:
  • Follows cleaning schedule (daily, weekly, monthly) as outlined for housekeeping department
  • Cleans floors, dry mops, wet mops. Sweeps, disinfects where and when necessary
  • Performs emergency housekeeping when accidents occur
  • Cleans movable and stationary furnishings and fixtures, dusts, spot cleans or washes, disinfects when necessary, polishes where required, changes slip covers, doilies etc when soiled. Cleans ledges, shelves, vents, etc
  • Empties and cleans ashtrays, waste baskets (including relining). Disposes of garbage
  • Straightens and rearranges furnishings as directed, Inspects furnishings for wear and defects and reports to their supervisor.
  • Cleans bathrooms (private, public, staff). Cleans and disinfects all fixtures, floors and walls as directed. Washes windows and mirrors. Replenishes bathroom supplies.
  • Performs cleaning duties according to established procedures in suites upon move-out and prepares for new occupant.
  • Washes, folds, irons and delivers laundry as required
  • Ensures that effective Infection Control protocols are in place and followed at all times. Increasing protocols when needed ie outbreak
  • Performs supervisory duties in the event of fire or emergency during the overnight hours
  • Other projects and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

  • Ability to communicate clearly with peers and subordinates
  • Ability to manage their time effectively with little supervision
  • Ability to work as a team member, understanding the priorities of others
  • Able to bend, stretch, sit and stand for long periods. Able to lift a maximum of 50 lb
  • Able to use commercial laundry and cleaning equipment
  • Ability to work flexible hours and weekends
  • Up to date with the completion of the Safety 24-7 online training program
  • Experience in housekeeping duties an asset
  • Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English V!VA Retirement Communities welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Successful Applicants will be required to show proof of eligibility to work in Canada for the next 6 months. V!VA Retirement works and operates in the vulnerable sector and the well-being of our community members and team members is important. For this reason, V!VA Retirement Communities requires all new team members are vaccinated for COVID-19. Accommodation, including for those who cannot be vaccinated for COVID-19 due to religious or medical reasons, will be provided in accordance with V!VA Retirement’s obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code, as amended from time to time, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, as amended from time to time.

Additional Information

  • Wage: $20.50
  • We use AI tools in screening applications
  • Vacancy Status: New Now Hiring – V!VA Leaside Opening Team Join us at our upcoming V!VA Leaside Job Fair We’re hiring for our newest community opening Fall 2026—and we’d love to meet you. July 17 & 18 | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Leaside Memorial Community Gardens – William Lea Room 1073 Millwood Rd., Toronto, ON Walk-ins welcome — bring your resume and your energy! RSVP: https://viva-retirement-communities.applynow.net.au/jobs/ViVA142510226 Learn more: Leaside Retirement Living | VIVA Retirement Communities Apply Now

Requirements

Ability to communicate clearly with peers and subordinates.

Ability to manage time effectively with little supervision.

Ability to work as a team member and understand others’ priorities.

Physical ability to bend, stretch, sit, and stand for long periods; lift up to 50 lb.

Ability to use commercial laundry and cleaning equipment.

Ability to work flexible hours and weekends.

Up to date with completion of the Safety 24-7 online training program.

Experience in housekeeping duties is an asset.

Ability to effectively communicate in verbal and written English.

Proof of eligibility to work in Canada for the next 6 months.

COVID-19 vaccination required for new team members (with accommodations per Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act)

  • teamwork
  • time management
  • customer service
  • emergency response
  • housekeeping
  • infection control
  • ability to lift up to 50 lb
  • communication (verbal and written)
  • confidentiality and privacy
  • cleaning schedule adherence
  • fire plan procedures
  • emergency plan procedures
  • laundry handling
  • commercial cleaning equipment use
  • bending, stretching, sitting, and standing for long periods

Benefits

  • vacation
  • health benefits
  • team meals
  • sick pay

Posting details

Employment type
Unknown
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
CA$21 - CA$21/hr
Location
Toronto, Ontario
Posted
Jun 20, 2026
Closes
Sep 30, 2026
Application
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