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Housekeeper

@ Chartwell

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Waterloo, Ontario

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Overview

Chartwell is hiring a part-time Housekeeper to keep resident suites and common areas clean, safe and well maintained in a seniors' residence. The role reports to the Maintenance Manager and requires flexible hours, physical stamina and readiness to respond to emergencies. Pay is described as competitive, with benefits.

Responsibilities:

  • Clean, dust and disinfect resident suites and kitchenettes
  • Maintain common areas, offices and hallways
  • Collect and dispose of garbage and recycling
  • Operate floor-cleaning equipment safely
  • Replenish supplies and organize storage rooms

Requirements summary:

  • Secondary school education or equivalent experience
  • Housekeeping experience, ideally in seniors' residences or healthcare
  • Strong attention to detail and schedule adherence
  • Teamwork, communication and time-management skills
  • Flexible hours and physical ability to stand, bend, push and pull

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floor-cleaning equipmentcleaning supplies
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-11-02
First seen by our source
2026-11-02
Source record updated
2026-11-02

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentAllied health
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingCare home
PositionOn the move
Physical demandsphysical high · computer none
Licences & certificationsClear Criminal Background Check, VSS, TB Test
Background checkscriminal record
Encouraged to applyPeople with disabilities
EducationHigh school (required)

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Chartwell

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Making People's Lives Better

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At Chartwell Retirement Residences, we’re all about Making People’s Lives BETTER: the lives of our residents and their families, and the lives of our employees. Join an exceptional group of diverse, inspiring, and caring people who are empowered to provide personalized, human experiences for our residents and staff through the connections they make every day within our communities. Chez Chartwell résidences pour retraités, nous sommes dédiés au MIEUX-ÊTRE de nos résidents, de leurs proches et de nos employés. Rejoignez une équipe exceptionnelle et diversifiée de gens inspirants, qui ont à cœur d’offrir des expériences personnalisées, fondées sur des relations chaleureuses et humaines, à tous ceux et celles qui vivent et travaillent dans nos résidences.

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People associated on LinkedIn
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Reported office locations
  • 7070 Derrycrest Dr, Mississauga, Ontario L5W 0G5, CA
Business categories
  • Health Care
  • Elder Care
  • Nursing and Residential Care
Other recorded names
  • Chartwell
  • Chartwell Career Site English
  • Chartwell Retirement Residences
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Reported total investment
568,322,903

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At Chartwell Retirement Residences, we’re all about Making People’s Lives BETTER: the lives of our residents and their families, and the lives of our employees. Join an exceptional group of diverse, inspiring, and caring people who are empowered to provide personalized, human experiences for our residents and staff through the connections they make every day within our communities. Chez Chartwell résidences pour…

FieldValue
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersMississauga, Ontario
Organization typePublic Company
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Job description

The Opportunity

As a Housekeeper at Chartwell, reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you’ll provide basic housekeeping services that support residents’ safety, comfort, and well-being. By keeping resident suites and common areas clean, safe, and well maintained, you’ll help create a place that truly feels like home and deliver the exceptional moments our residents value.

What You’ll Do

Clean, dust, and disinfect resident suites, including bedrooms, bathrooms, furniture, and kitchenettes

Maintain cleanliness in common areas, offices, hallways, and other shared spaces

Collect and dispose of garbage and recycling safely and efficiently

Operate floor-cleaning equipment and other housekeeping tools safely

Replenish supplies and keep utility and storage rooms organized, clean, and safe

Follow all health, safety, infection prevention, and cleaning protocols

What You’ll Bring

Secondary School education or equivalent relevant experience

Previous housekeeping experience, ideally in a seniors’ residence or healthcare setting

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow cleaning schedules and procedures

Strong teamwork, communication, and time-management skills

A customer-focused mindset and commitment to a clean, comfortable home for seniors

What We Offer

A safe, inclusive workplace where you’re supported and appreciated

Competitive compensation and benefits

Opportunities for leadership development and career growth

A warm, welcoming culture inspired by our vision of making people’s lives better, driven by our mission to create happy, healthy, and meaningful lives for our residents

Additional Requirements

Ability to work flexible hours as needed

Physical ability to meet job demands, including standing, bending, pushing, and pulling for extended periods, and operating cleaning equipment

Preparedness to respond to emergency situations

Clear Criminal Background Check, VSS and TB Test where required

At Chartwell, we’re all about Making People’s Lives BETTER: the lives of our residents and their families, and the lives of our employees. Join an exceptional group of diverse, inspiring, and caring people who are empowered to provide personalized, human experiences for our residents and staff through the connections they make every day within our communities.

Chartwell’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity is a commitment to hiring people whose skills and abilities contribute the most to the success of the organization and who reflect the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from a wide range of qualified candidates, including people with disabilities. If you have questions or require assistance with the application process, please email [email protected] or call 1-888-663-6448.

Chartwell may use artificial intelligence to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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