General Description
The Housekeeping Supervisor is part of the Cathedral Lodge housekeeping team responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of guest accommodations, lodge and grounds. The Housekeeping Supervisor is accountable for training team members, maintaining linen and cleaning supplies inventory, scheduling, maintaining a wage and expense budget, and ensuring all areas of the guest rooms, lodge and surrounding areas are kept in immaculate condition. The Housekeeping Supervisor is expected to attend weekly supervisor’s meetings, be committed to creating and maintaining a strong team-oriented work environment, and have a strong working relationship with the General Manager and VP of Hotels & Ownership. This position is a working team member of the housekeeping department.
Department & Reporting
Department : Housekeeping
Reports to : General Manager
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensure quality guest experience by providing consistent and efficient service and the highest level of cleaning on a consistent basis
- Supervise the performance of Housekeeping Attendants and general cleaning, and take appropriate action to correct deficient conditions, behavior, and work practices
- Inspect guest cabins and guest areas and assess compliance with established standards related to cleanliness, maintenance, safety, and security
- Responsible for marking and grading guest rooms for bonus purposes
- Ensure schedules for team members meet the lodge and guest arrivals / departures requirements
- Promote outstanding guest relations, ensure all guest comments from Front Desk are communicated to team members and recognition is on a daily basis
- Monitor and handle guest complaints / comments to guarantee a seamless guest experience
- Accommodate guest requests for housekeeping items or additional supplies in a timely and courteous manner
- Communicate consistently, promptly and daily with Maintenance and Front Desk to ensure total guest satisfaction is met or exceeded
- Ensure a system is in place for Housekeeping to manage all lost and found items with Front Desk
- Maintain a clean and organized housekeeping room
- Actively promote a safe work environment and “Safety First”
- Promote the use and purchase of environmentally sensitive cleaning products and procedures
- Follow all procedures outlined in the emergency manual
- Perform additional responsibilities as requested by the VP of Hotels and General Manager
Leadership & Development
Maintain strong communication and relationships with all Cathedral Mountain Lodge departmentsPrepare weekly work schedules and adjust to occupancy trends and departmental demandsDevelop an effective departmental team by orienting new team members, conducting individual performance reviews, and identifying training needsConduct mid-season performance reviews, in partnership with General Manager and HRFollow up with the team on uniform and appearance guidelines as set in the Rooms and Grounds manualProvide timely and effective feedback to team and General Manager regarding performance issues; report all disciplinary action to HRLead informal daily briefings to set goals, motivate the team, assign tasks and checklistsEncourage a positive, team-oriented working environment and solicit improvements from the Housekeeping teamBe knowledgeable about Moraine Lake Lodge, Cathedral Mountain Lodge, Banff National Park and surrounding areasDevelop relationships with suppliers and vendorsAttend weekly manager meetings and contribute ideasShare knowledge of lodge information and history with team members and guestsFinancials : maintain inventory levels of linen and supplies, purchase accordinglyControl labour and supply expenses for the housekeeping department as outlined in the budget, monitored daily and communicated to General ManagerSafety Responsibilities
Maintain a clean and organized housekeeping roomFollow all procedures in the Lodge Emergency manual and WHMIS guidelinesPromote a safe work environment and ensure health and safety of self, co-workers and guestsKnow and follow all Capilano Group’s health and safety policies and proceduresRequest further training before undertaking tasks you are unsure ofCooperate with the JOHS Committee and others carrying out occupational health and safety dutiesUse protective clothing and equipment as required and ensure safe practices for each taskEnsure your ability to work without risk to health and safety is not impaired by alcohol, drugs or other causesBe alert to hazards and immediately report hazards, defective equipment, or concerns to your supervisorCore Competencies
Communication skills : Must communicate with guests, team members and management in a courteous and professional mannerLeadership : Ability to lead and mentor a department, train subordinates, and delegate tasksWorking with others : Team-oriented and able to collaborate in a fast-paced environmentWork Efficiency : Ability to work with minimal supervision, manage time effectively, multi-task, stay organized and detail-orientedQualifications
Must be 100% guest service oriented with excellent people skills and a positive personality; 2 years of housekeeping experience with at least 1 year in a supervisory roleCPR and First Aid certification is requiredSecond language is an assetWorking Conditions
Ability to work varied shifts including evenings, weekends and holidaysOn feet for extended periodsWork outdoors with varying weather conditions (extreme heat, cold, rain, snow)Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbsOccasionally climb a step ladder or step stoolDetails
Full-time, up to 40 hours per weekHourly starting wage of $22.00 per hour with an end-of-contract bonusStaff accommodation on-site, $10.00 / day, includes meals and laundryProject dates : May 21, 2026 – October 1, 2026Must be legally entitled to work in Canada prior to offer of employment#J-18808-Ljbffr