Job Description

The University of Prince Edward Island has a vibrant conference and accommodations operation during the summer months, and we would like you to be part of it! From May through August, we open our doors to thousands of visitors from all around the world. Our Residences turn into a successful hotel-like operation, which provides accommodations and services for a wide variety of conferences, tourists, and sporting groups. We also offer meeting space to various groups from on- and off-campus. We strive to provide the best customer service to our clients, while proudly representing UPEI, Charlottetown and Prince Edward Island.

We are looking for energetic, customer service-oriented people to join our summer operations team. Student Housekeeping Attendants are the heart of our operation, making sure room facilities are clean and well stocked for guests who stay at UPEI. You will be part of a larger team that knows how to have fun, works hard, takes pride in his/her work, and provides great customer service.

Up to 40 student positions will be available beginning in late April and continuing through to early September.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Housekeeping Supervisor, the Housekeeping Attendants will be responsible for:

• Cleaning rooms after guests check out
• Deep cleaning rooms at the beginning and end of the summer
• Changing bed linens and stocking rooms with towels, amenities, and toiletries
• Laundry services
• Removing garbage and items from rooms
• Ability to spot and report maintenance issues
• Maintaining a neat and tidy work area
• Confidentiality and professionalism
• Maintain accuracy and efficiency

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong housekeeping skills and/or experience in the tourism/hospitality industry considered an asset
• Ability to perform physical work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to lift 25 lbs/11.5 kgs
• Ability to work with and properly use cleaning chemicals, WHMIS (training provided)
• Positive attitude, energetic, courteous, good telephone etiquette, and attention
• to detail
• Ability to work well within a team environment
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including weekdays, weekends,
• holidays, and some night shifts
• Bilingualism not required, but considered an asset

NOTE:

• Conference Services Staff are eligible for a discounted rate on summer accommodation at Bernardine Hall
• Conference Services Staff also receive a 20% discount at the UPEI Bookstore
• Conference Services Staff who complete the entire term of employment and have a satisfactory score in their review will receive a bonus of $300

Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and the Procedures manual.

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link posted on the . Applications will not be accepted via email.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, .

Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

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