Housekeeper - Senior Living Healthcare (38506001)

Careers with Heart at Sodexo Senior Living 

 

At Sodexo, we believe every moment holds the power to elevate life. It is our privilege to serve those who have led remarkable lives - bringing comfort, dignity, and joy to everyday moments through exceptional dining, hospitality, and care. 

Our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services. 

The Details 

Work Schedule: Casual (weekend availability)

Competitive Pay:  $17.06 - $17.38

What You'll Do 

As a valued member of our Senior Living team, you’ll help create a warm and welcoming environment where residents feel respected, cared for, and at home. Your role will be more than a job - it will be a daily opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life. 

As a Housekeeper you will: 

1. Resident Room Cleaning

• Perform daily cleaning of all assigned resident rooms (32 beds)
• Clean and disinfect:• High-touch surfaces (bed rails, call bells, switches, handles)
• Bathrooms (toilets, sinks, grab bars)

• Dust and clean furniture, vents, and surfaces
• Mop floors using microfiber system
• Replace waste liners and remove garbage

2. Infection Prevention & Control (IPAC)

• Follow all IPAC protocols including:• Hand hygiene before/after each room
• PPE usage (gloves, gowns, masks as required)

• Perform high-touch cleaning minimum twice daily
• Use color-coded microfiber system to prevent cross-contamination
• Follow enhanced cleaning protocols during outbreaks (2–4 hour cycles)

3. RHA Common Areas

Responsible for cleaning within assigned home area:

• Dining rooms, lounges, corridors
• Nursing stations and kitchenette areas
• Spa/bathing rooms and equipment

Tasks include:

• Disinfection of tables, chairs, rails, and touchpoints
• Floor care (mopping, auto-scrub as required)
• Waste removal and odor control

4. Waste & Environmental Management

• Remove garbage and recycling daily
• Maintain garbage rooms and chute areas
• Prevent buildup of debris and contamination risks

5. Deep Cleaning Duties

• Participate in scheduled rotational deep cleaning
• Tasks include:• Moving furniture
• Cleaning vents, baseboards, windows
• Deep cleaning bathrooms (tiles, grout)

6. Safety & Reporting

• Identify and report:• Maintenance issues
• Safety hazards

• Ensure proper chemical handling (WHMIS compliant)

7. Resident-Centered Care

• Respect for residents’ privacy and dignity
• Communicate professionally with residents and staff
• Maintain a calm, respectful presence in care areas

What You Bring 

• Experience in healthcare or LTC housekeeping preferred
• Knowledge of IPAC practices
• Ability to work independently within assigned RHA
• Physically able to perform cleaning tasks

 

Why Sodexo? 

Because we bring the best of everyday to senior living. That means: 

• Memorable food that fuels body and spirit 
• Comfortable spaces that feel like home 
• A culture of safety, respect, and belonging 
• Opportunities to grow, learn, and thrive 
• A chance to be part of something bigger, providing compassionate care and creating meaningful moments for seniors. 
• An award-winning employer for Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion, Corporate Social Responsibility, and much more. View Sodexo’s latest awards here 
• And so much more!      

Ready to Join Us? 

If you’re ready to make every moment matter and bring joy to the lives of seniors, we invite you to join our team. At Sodexo Seniors, your work will be filled with purpose, heart, and the opportunity to elevate life’s moments every day. 

Sodexo is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of national origin, race, religion, ethnic group, age, disability, gender, sexual preference, sexual or gender identity, status as a veteran or any other federal, provincial or local protected class.   

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.   

Sodexo is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our team members, customers, clients, contractors, business partners, guests, and members of the public with whom we regularly interact. We require that all new hires in hospitals, long term care facilities, and senior homes to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and may require any other new hires to be fully vaccinated based on the location and scope of their employment. 

Thank you for your interest in Sodexo. 

Please note that only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.  

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