Holistic Cook/housekeeper

The Holistic Cook/Housekeeper role is an exciting opportunity at Carp Ridge EcoWellness Centre No day is ever the same. You will enjoy working with fresh, organic ingredients to create delicious and healthy meals with a priority to whole foods and mindful cooking techniques.

The Housekeeper maintains the household, Clinic and other buildings to be tidy and ready for each day on our bustling property. With opportunities to also jump in and provide hands-on support around the property and facilities when needed.

Reporting to Katherine Willow (Owner, Naturopathic Doctor, & German New Medicine Educator)**,** the responsibilities and tasks would include:

- Daily House & Clinic cleaning, organizing, and sanitizing
- including one late afternoon per week.
- Holistic Cooking and food prep for Katherine Willow & household.
- A wide range of deep cleaning duties such as
- vacuuming, mopping, emptying trash cans, dusting, cleaning windows, change linens, laundry, wash dishes, etc.
- Collaborate with the owner's personal assistant and clinic manager on special projects.
- Build knowledge of, and stay informed about anything related to the property, owner's household, and facilities.
- Recruit and work with volunteers along with the operations team.
- Provide orientation and training to other staff and guests along with the operations team.
- Shopping for supplies and other misc. errands.
- Plant care indoors (watering) and occasional outdoor plant care/maintenance.
- Occasional pet care - Cats, Dogs.

**Job Requirements**:

- Previous experience in Holistic Cooking and food preparation.
- Previous experience/education in household management or operations, and housekeeping will be considered an asset.
- Strong organization and time management skills.
- Attention to detail & the ability to use your own initiative.
- Responsible & Reliable.
- Ability to anticipate future needs of the owner as well as the greater needs of the centre, clinic, and community and make plans accordingly.
- Able to recognize and report any safety hazards to the owner.
- Interest or experience in health, wellness, & nature.
- Not afraid to work outdoors and get your hands dirty.
- Work well in a team environment but is also able to work independently.
- A self starter who is flexible and adaptable.
- Warm and compassionate demeanor.
- Honest & Trustworthy; Loyal & Caring.
- Analytical thinker & Problem-solver.
- Ability to work under pressure and with tight deadlines.
- Embraces change of focus when higher priority tasks present themselves.
- Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, OneDrive etc.).
- Must have a valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and a clean drivers abstract.
- Knowledge of proper sanitisation methods.

**Nice To Haves**:

- Familiar with landlord & tenant relations.
- Experience living in a community with other people.
- Gardening and/or wild plant knowledge.
- Handy person able to perform a variety of maintenance duties with skill.

**About Carp Ridge EcoWellness Centre**:
Carp Ridge EcoWellness Centreis a health and wellness centre just outside of Ottawa, Ontario.We offer a wide variety of programs and services focused on healing your emotional, physical, and spiritual health. Visit us for a natural health appointment in our clinic or take a stroll through our forest trails.

Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Carp, ON K0A 1L0: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Cleaning: 2 years (preferred)
- Holistic Cooking: 2 years (required)

**Language**:

- English (required)

Work Location: In person