Housekeeping Team Member

Nestled in the heart of the Richelieu Valley, the Hôtel Rive Gauche offers an unparalleled experience and is the ideal space for business travelers and guests seeking an exclusive experience. Over the years, the Hôtel Rive Gauche has distinguished itself through its expertise in organizing a multitude of events, from lavish weddings and productive business meetings to other memorable celebrations. Furthermore, its restaurant, Le Coureur des Bois, is a true gastronomic destination, offering an exceptional culinary experience for epicureans and wine lovers alike.

Join us in making every stay a memorable experience!

Here are the advantages and privileges offered to you by the Hotel Rive Gauche:

  • To thrive within a positive, friendly and dynamic team, in a beautiful environment where it is pleasant to work.
  • The opportunity to take on new challenges and develop your career across North America.
  • Various employee recognition programs.
  • Various training programs.
  • Discounts in our hotel chain.
  • Uniform provided, after the probationary period.
  • Free parking and coffee.


Job Description

We are looking for a housekeeping staff member who wants to provide a warm service to our guests while respecting our hotel's standards and norms.

Reporting to the Housekeeper, the incumbent is responsible for performing housekeeping tasks to ensure the comfort of our guests and to offer them a clean and healthy environment on a daily basis, in accordance with the policies and procedures of our establishment.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

  • To offer courteous and professional service, being proactive and oriented towards the needs of guests.
  • Ensure the cleanliness of common areas and floors.
  • Transport and distribute, using trolleys, products to the floors for the room attendants (towels, sheets, etc.).
  • Clean and maintain the carpets in the corridors, the windows and the furniture in the lobby and entrance hall of the hotel.
  • Assist with housekeeping, including laundry, twice a week, or help clean rooms as needed.
  • Take out the garbage as needed.
  • All other tasks related to the housekeeping department including: cleaning public bathrooms including those in the restaurant, cleaning meeting rooms.
  • Adhere to the hotel's policies, procedures and service standards.

Requirements

  • Availability to work a variable schedule (weekdays, weekends and holidays)
  • To be particularly responsible, reliable, resourceful and to have an eye for detail.
  • Possess the physical capabilities to perform the required tasks.
  • Ability to work in a team and share information effectively.
  • Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Source: Urgo Hotels & Resorts Canada

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