Join Our Team at Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland!
Steeped in history and built on the site of the old Fort William at the base of Signal Hill, Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland blends timeless elegance with the vibrant energy of one of North America’s oldest cities. Our premier location overlooks St. John’s Harbour and is just minutes from iconic attractions, boutique shopping, and the legendary George Street entertainment district.
With 304 modern rooms and suites and over 18,000 sq. ft. of well-appointed event space, we provide exceptional experiences for business and leisure travelers alike. But what truly sets us apart is our people.
At Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland, we are passionate hospitality professionals dedicated to the art of exceptional service. We believe in putting people first—whether it’s our guests, our team members, or our community.
As part of Westmont Hospitality Group, a leader in hotel ownership and management, we are committed to delivering superior results while upholding the highest standards in the industry.
Westmont embodies the following Values:
- Entrepreneurial
- Ethical
- Flexible
- Family Oriented
- Creative
- Empowered
We are recruiting for an energetic and self-proclaimed clean freak to fill the position of Full Time Housekeeping Houseperson.
Potential candidates must be available to work shifts on weekdays and weekends including all holidays and be flexible to work extended hours, if business levels dictate.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for the cleaning of corridors, guest areas, service areas, and linen closets.
- Vacuums and mops all public areas including the restaurant.
- Buffs tiled floors as required.
- Cleans all the glass entry doors and frequently touched surfaces.
- Mops vending/ice machine areas and keeps machines clean.
- Checks all public restrooms for cleanliness several times through out shift.
- Checks elevators for cleanliness; cleaning as necessary.
- Cleans the pool deck and recreation area.
- Delivers cots and cribs to guestrooms.
- Delivers toiletries, towels, pillows, blankets and other amenities to guestrooms upon request.
- Stocks supplies needed for linen closets.
- Empties room attendants’ trash and linen bags.
- Deposits soiled linen down laundry chute and carries trash to dumpster.
- Vacuums corridors and/or guestrooms.
- Sweeps and mops service elevator landings.
- Cleans rooms when needed.
- Checks lights and changes bulbs.
- Checks each floor to make sure fire doors are open.
- Maintains outside grounds daily.
- Maintenance of the marquee.
- Assists in the unloading of deliveries and their proper storage.
Minimum Qualifications and Skills
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
Mental Effort
- Mental effort required in multi-tasking and handling interruptions that require refocusing.
- Listening and mental attentiveness in tasks assigned by Executive Housekeeper.
Physical Effort
- Some heavy lifting required.
- Standing for long periods of time.
Type of Supervision Required
Please Note: This Job Description is not neither definite nor restrictive and may be modified or added to in the future to meet changing operational needs.
If you’re looking for a rewarding career in a dynamic and welcoming environment, we’d love to hear from you! Join us and be part of something extraordinary.
At Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Diversity drives our success, and we value the unique perspectives each team member brings.
In our commitment to provide a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free, accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Code. Any special accommodation needs required in order to allow you to participate in the hiring and employment process to your full potential can be arranged in advance by contacting the Hiring Manager to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Kindly be aware that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
