Job Description
Location
233 Cummer Avenue, North York, ON M2M 2E8
Full job description
The Sisterhood of Saint John the Divine is a monastic community within the Anglican Church of Canada. The community maintains a beautiful campus located in North York where they are involved in a variety of ministries including a 30-bed guest and retreat house.
Do you take pride in creating a warm, clean, and welcoming environment? Are you someone who finds joy in hospitality and meaningful service? We invite you to consider joining our team as a Housekeeper at our Guest House, where we strive to “welcome all guests as Christ.”
Job Title: Housekeeper – Guest House
Location: North York – Cummer and Willowdale – approximately 1 km from Finch Station and on the #42 Cummer bus route
Reports To: Guest House Manager
Hourly Rate: $21.66
Start Date: September 2026
Position Summary
As a Housekeeper, you will play a vital role in maintaining a clean, comfortable, and safe environment for our guests. This position is central to supporting the spirit of hospitality that defines our organization.
Key Responsibilities
Perform general housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, dusting, polishing, vacuuming, mopping, and rug cleaning with care and attention to detail.
Manage laundry duties including washing, drying, folding, ironing, and distributing clean linen.
Monitor linen quality and notify the Manager when items need repair or replacement.
Stay familiar with and complete daily, weekly, and seasonal cleaning routines.
Order and maintain cleaning and laundry supplies to ensure stock is always adequate.
Communicate maintenance needs or repairs to the Guest House Manager.
Report any unusual incidents or concerns within the Guest House/convent.
Be cross trained to assist in other departments when needed.
Qualifications
Experience in housekeeping, hospitality, or a related field is an asset.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Reliable, self-motivated, and capable of working independently or as part of a team.
Flexible and adaptable to the needs of the organization and guests.
A welcoming demeanor and respectful, confidential approach to work.
Secondary school education or higher.
Mending and sewing skills are considered an asset.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs (11.3 kg) and perform physical tasks including lifting, bending, reaching, and standing for extended periods.
Comfortable using and being around cleaning products.
To Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter expressing your interest in the role by Friday, August 15, 2026.
The Sisterhood of Saint John the Divine is an inclusive and welcoming environment and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If accommodations are required for the interview, please make note of them in your application.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful Criminal Record Check will be required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.66 per hour
Application deadline: 2026-08-15
Expected start date: 2026-09-03
233 Cummer Avenue, North York, ON M2M 2E8
Full job description
The Sisterhood of Saint John the Divine is a monastic community within the Anglican Church of Canada. The community maintains a beautiful campus located in North York where they are involved in a variety of ministries including a 30-bed guest and retreat house.
Do you take pride in creating a warm, clean, and welcoming environment? Are you someone who finds joy in hospitality and meaningful service? We invite you to consider joining our team as a Housekeeper at our Guest House, where we strive to “welcome all guests as Christ.”
Job Title: Housekeeper – Guest House
Location: North York – Cummer and Willowdale – approximately 1 km from Finch Station and on the #42 Cummer bus route
Reports To: Guest House Manager
Hourly Rate: $21.66
Start Date: September 2026
Position Summary
As a Housekeeper, you will play a vital role in maintaining a clean, comfortable, and safe environment for our guests. This position is central to supporting the spirit of hospitality that defines our organization.
Key Responsibilities
Perform general housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, dusting, polishing, vacuuming, mopping, and rug cleaning with care and attention to detail.
Manage laundry duties including washing, drying, folding, ironing, and distributing clean linen.
Monitor linen quality and notify the Manager when items need repair or replacement.
Stay familiar with and complete daily, weekly, and seasonal cleaning routines.
Order and maintain cleaning and laundry supplies to ensure stock is always adequate.
Communicate maintenance needs or repairs to the Guest House Manager.
Report any unusual incidents or concerns within the Guest House/convent.
Be cross trained to assist in other departments when needed.
Qualifications
Experience in housekeeping, hospitality, or a related field is an asset.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Reliable, self-motivated, and capable of working independently or as part of a team.
Flexible and adaptable to the needs of the organization and guests.
A welcoming demeanor and respectful, confidential approach to work.
Secondary school education or higher.
Mending and sewing skills are considered an asset.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs (11.3 kg) and perform physical tasks including lifting, bending, reaching, and standing for extended periods.
Comfortable using and being around cleaning products.
To Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter expressing your interest in the role by Friday, August 15, 2026.
The Sisterhood of Saint John the Divine is an inclusive and welcoming environment and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If accommodations are required for the interview, please make note of them in your application.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful Criminal Record Check will be required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.66 per hour
Application deadline: 2026-08-15
Expected start date: 2026-09-03
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Housekeeper - Guest House position is now open for candidates interested in the Housekeeping Jobs sector. This role in North York offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Housekeeping Jobs is a plus.
