Overnight Houseperson

2 months ago


Toronto, Canada Kimpton Saint George Full time

**THE OPPORTUNITY**:
OVERNIGHT HOUSEPERSON

REPORTS TO HOUSEKEEPING MANAGER

**THE COMPANY**:
Passion Drives Performance. InnVest succeeds because our people love what we do. Our entire team shares a deep-rooted passion for the world of hospitality & travel that extends far beyond the walls of our offices and locations.

Our company culture is built on collaboration. A nimble team where everyone has a voice at the table and an opportunity to pursue their passions. Our skillsets are as diverse as our portfolio, but we all have a singular focus: a belief that partnerships deliver the best results, an entrepreneurial approach to decision making, respect for others, a strong sense of integrity and a curiosity to challenge the status quo.

With over 75 hotels in our portfolio, representing 18 internationally recognized hotel brands, InnVest is the largest independent owner of hotels in Canada. In addition, our management team oversees the day-to-day activities of almost 70 hotels also making InnVest the largest independent operator of hotels in Canada. InnVest’s portfolio is geographically diverse with hotels from Vancouver, BC to Corner Brook, NL but also experientially diverse from roadside inns to luxury urban properties.

At InnVest, our mission is simple - to deliver outstanding guest experiences and superior returns on quality hospitality investment. A career at InnVest will provide you with unrivalled opportunities and invaluable exposure to Canada’s largest independently-owned and operated hotel portfolio.

**THE ROLE**:
The Overnight House person position is generally responsible for the stocking of all linen supply closets, cleaning and servicing all guest and public areas and assisting room attendants in moving supplies. While also ensuring that all guest requests receive prompt attention and friendly service.

**ACTIVITIES**:
The duties and responsibilities for the Overnight House person include, but are not limited to the following:

- Thorough and complete cleaning requirements on all guest floors, public washrooms, elevators, stairwells, and interior/exterior public areas, fitness room as set by efficiency standards of the hotel.
- Polish and clean mirrors, room numbers and elevator doors
- Greet any and all guests with a “Good Morning” (or afternoon, evening)
- Obtain amenities and supplies for Room Attendants
- Organize and sort soiled linen and terry in chute room for pick-up
- Ensure count of clean linen and terry is correct and deliver it to linen closets on guest floors
- Flip mattresses and move furniture as assigned by supervisor
- Shampoo carpets and spot treatments as needed in guest rooms, hallways and public areas
- Assist with deep cleaning projects
- Prepare and set morning coffee for the lobby area
- Report any damages, hazards, repairs and unfamiliar person(s) in assigned areas
- Return any items found in guestrooms, hallways or back of the house to the lost and found
- Follow hotel policies in relation to key control, and the security of hotel property, including linens, supply carts, vacuums and storage rooms.
- Ensure security standards are practiced, to protect guest’s and employee’s privacy and belongings.
- Help prevent waste and misuse of guest and cleaning supplies and equipment.
- Adhere to all hotel policies and procedures, and follow procedures listed in shift checklists.
- Strip rooms and remove trash
- Responds to Front desk calls, assisting in checking rooms, luggage delivery and guest special request in a timely and friendly manner
- Arrive on time for scheduled shift
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor

**COMPETENCIES WE ARE SEEKING**:

- Considerable amount of walking
- Lifting
- Pulling
- Pushing
- Operate cleaning equipment
- Reaching heights of approximately 6 ft and depths of 2-½ -3 ft.
- Exposure to heat, steam, smoke, cold.
- Must have high level of mobility/flexibility in space provided.
- Ability to lift and carry a weight of approximately 20 pounds.
- Flexible and energetic with the ability to work under pressure during busy times.
- Literacy skills - reading, writing, and oral.
- Outstanding organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
- Work well independently and in a team environment with minimum supervision.
- Self-motivated, honest, creative, capable of working in a team environment.
- Flexible attitude to scheduled shifts - this is an overnight position with shifts during the week, weekends and/or holidays.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Toronto, ON M5S 1V8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

- Have you been employed by InnVest Hotels before? If yes, when was that and at what location?

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