Careers with Heart at Sodexo Senior Living

At Sodexo, we believe every moment holds the power to elevate life. It is our privilege to serve those who have led remarkable lives - bringing comfort, dignity, and joy to everyday moments through exceptional dining, hospitality, and care.

Our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

The Details

Work Schedule: Casual (weekend availability)

Competitive Pay: $17.06 - $17.38

Job Description

What You'll Do

As a valued member of our Senior Living team, you’ll help create a warm and welcoming environment where residents feel respected, cared for, and at home. Your role will be more than a job - it will be a daily opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life.

As a Housekeeper you will:

1. Resident Room Cleaning

Perform daily cleaning of all assigned resident rooms (32 beds)
Clean and disinfect:
- High-touch surfaces (bed rails, call bells, switches, handles)
- Bathrooms (toilets, sinks, grab bars)
Dust and clean furniture, vents, and surfaces
Mop floors using microfiber system
Replace waste liners and remove garbage

2. Infection Prevention & Control (IPAC)

Follow all IPAC protocols including:
- Hand hygiene before/after each room
- PPE usage (gloves, gowns, masks as required)
Perform high-touch cleaning minimum twice daily
Use color-coded microfiber system to prevent cross-contamination
Follow enhanced cleaning protocols during outbreaks (2–4 hour cycles)

3. RHA Common Areas

Responsible for cleaning within assigned home area:

Dining rooms, lounges, corridors
Nursing stations and kitchenette areas
Spa/bathing rooms and equipment

Tasks include:

Disinfection of tables, chairs, rails, and touchpoints
Floor care (mopping, auto-scrub as required)
Waste removal and odor control

4. Waste & Environmental Management

Remove garbage and recycling daily
Maintain garbage rooms and chute areas
Prevent buildup of debris and contamination risks

5. Deep Cleaning Duties

Participate in scheduled rotational deep cleaning
Tasks include:
- Moving furniture
- Cleaning vents, baseboards, windows
- Deep cleaning bathrooms (tiles, grout)

6. Safety & Reporting

Identify and report:
- Maintenance issues
- Safety hazards
Ensure proper chemical handling (WHMIS compliant)

7. Resident-Centered Care

Respect for residents’ privacy and dignity
Communicate professionally with residents and staff
Maintain a calm, respectful presence in care areas

Qualifications

What You Bring

Experience in healthcare or LTC housekeeping preferred
Knowledge of IPAC practices
Ability to work independently within assigned RHA
Physically able to perform cleaning tasks

Additional Information

Why Sodexo?

Because we bring the best of everyday to senior living. That means:

Memorable food that fuels body and spirit
Comfortable spaces that feel like home
A culture of safety, respect, and belonging
Opportunities to grow, learn, and thrive
A chance to be part of something bigger, providing compassionate care and creating meaningful moments for seniors.
An award-winning employer for Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion, Corporate Social Responsibility, and much more. View Sodexo’s latest awards here
And so much more!

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re ready to make every moment matter and bring joy to the lives of seniors, we invite you to join our team. At Sodexo Seniors, your work will be filled with purpose, heart, and the opportunity to elevate life’s moments every day.

Sodexo is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of national origin, race, religion, ethnic group, age, disability, gender, sexual preference, sexual or gender identity, status as a veteran or any other federal, provincial or local protected class.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Sodexo is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our team members, customers, clients, contractors, business partners, guests, and members of the public with whom we regularly interact. We require that all new hires in hospitals, long term care facilities, and senior homes to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and may require any other new hires to be fully vaccinated based on the location and scope of their employment.

Thank you for your interest in Sodexo.

Please note that only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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