Housekeeping Manager

Since 1989 Berwick Retirement Communities has been offering quality retirement living in several residences across BC. We are proud to be island Owned & Managed.

Berwick Retirement Communities & Marquise Hospitality promote an environment which integrates hospitality with superior customer service and care. As a member of the Berwick & Marquise team you will uphold a philosophy that respects choice, independence and autonomy for our residents.

**Position Summary**:
As the Housekeeping Manager you would be responsible for, payroll, Scheduling of staff, Ordering of supplies, weekly reporting of financials, Attendance at Site specific meetings, all aspects of HR.

**Schedule**:
Monday to Friday inclusive; 7:30-4pm, in periods of vacancy, management responsibility to fill in and take time off in lieu.

**Compensation**:
50,000 yearly, salaried

**Housekeeping Duties**:
To maintain the cleanliness of residents rooms and common areas.
- Dust all ledges, moldings, windowsills and horizontal surfaces in resident's rooms.
- Wipe down counters, sinks, toilets & cupboards in bathroom areas.
- Sanitize toilets, sink handles and door knobs.
- Remove all garbage from resident rooms and common areas.
- Damp mop hard floors and auto scrub as needed.
- Vacuum carpeted areas and complete carpet extraction as needed.
- Clean office areas and common areas.
- Check all main areas, lobbies, stairwells, elevators/escalators and mezzanines and clean as required.
- Respond to emergency cleanups as required.
- Assist with laundering of resident linens.
- Maintain confidentiality of all resident and personnel information.
- Maintain a safe environment at all times (e.g. use of wet floor signs).
- Perform duties according to health and safety guidelines.
- Report all injuries and hazards to the supervisor immediately.
- Other reasonable requests from management.
- Second responding duties on applicable shifts

**Qualifications**:

- Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
- Good organizational skills and ability to multitask.
- Previous experience in housekeeping an asset.
- Able to communicate with managers, other employees and residents.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Able to stand on feet for long period of times.
- Ability to stay calm in emergency situations
- High School Diploma.
- Able to lift up to 25 lbs.
- Current First Aid - Level 1 for industry certificate

**Important note**:A satisfactory Criminal Record Check is a condition of employment. Tuberculosis Screening Test results and full COVID-19 vaccination will also be required.**

**What Our Staff Are Saying About Working With Berwick Retirement Communities **_I love working at Berwick. Each day presents different opportunities to challenge ourselves. I get to work closely with staff and residents to ensure that the programs we offer are the highest quality and most up to date. We have such a great team that supports each one other and inspires me to do my best_.
- Jacqueline, Active Living Manager Berwick on the Park since 2017_
- One of the things I enjoy about working with Marquise at Berwick is the people I am surrounded with. My team is upbeat and focused on teamwork and high quality food. The company also has room for growth which is what we all want from an employer._
- _James, Executive Chef, Marquise Food Services at Berwick on the Lake since 2004
- It has been my pleasure to work at Berwick these past 10 years as a Resident Care Aide. I have enjoyed sharing many touching moments with residents and staff; they are all like family to me._
- Heather, Enhanced Living Services, Berwick House since 2008.
- Although I have only been here a short time, I feel right at home with Berwick. Everyone has been so warm, welcoming, supportive and responsive. This type of work place culture is truly hard to find and Berwick has mastered it It is no wonder Berwick has such a wonderful reputation in the community at large_
- Tara, Recruitment and Retention Coordinator Berwick Head office since 2020_

**Salary**: From $50,000.00 per year