Casual Server/Housekeeper

Nanaimo, BC, Canada

Compensation: $23.99-$25.79 per hour · Full-time

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Pay: Compensation: $23.99-$25.79 per hour
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Apr 13, 2027
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 20, 2026

Original job description

Position Title: Server/Housekeeper

Reports to: Manager of Pacifica Seniors Lodge

Compensation: $23.99-$25.79 per hour

Union: BCGEU

Status: Causal - As per Pacifica Housing's on call policy.

Posting Closing Date: November 2, 2026 at 4pm

Organizational Focus:

Pacifica Housing has been providing safe and affordable homes for almost 35 years. We are a rapidly growing organization dedicated to meeting the housing and support needs of our community. As such, we are committed to building our fast-growing team with a culture that supports our people and reinforces our core values of authenticity, leadership, respect, and social justice.

Pacifica is proud to be a Certified Living Wage Employer by The Living Wage for Families Campaign.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure routine cleaning duties are performed in a timely and confident manner
Housekeeping/Cleaning duties:
Cleaning of assigned rooms according to our standards;
Make beds and launder linens;
Wipe kitchen cupboards and drawers;
Removal of garbage and recyclables;
Clean and disinfect bathroom and fixtures;
Maintaining cordial and cooperative relationships with Supportive Housing staff and with the tenants of Pacifica Housing
Perform heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors (sweep and mop), light dusting of furniture and removing rubbish;
Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, and sponges;
Laundry rooms, tidy and wipe down washer and dryer;
Keep units in clean and orderly condition;
Cleaning units upon turnover and according to the Society's specifications; and
Server duties:
Prepare dining room;
Serve residents;
Be able to answer any questions residents may have about the food;
Ensure all residents dietary restrictions and allergies are met; and
Clean up dining room, tables and wash dishes
Completing other related job duties as assigned

Requirements

Qualifications

Experience:

Customer-oriented approach and patience
Demonstrated experience in the food and serving industry
Exceptional customer-service skills and effective in both verbal and written communication
Proven ability to work under pressure during periods of high volume.

Education:

High school graduation or GED Equivalent

Additional Criteria for Role:

First Aid Certification is required
Food Safe Certification is required
MUST be available for on call shifts, holiday coverage, sick days, stats etc

As Pacifica Housing works with vulnerable populations, We require all staff to successfully clear a Vulnerable Sectors Criminal Record Check run by the Ministry of Justice. Any offer of employment is contingent on the applicant providing proof of criminal record check prior to commencing employment.

Please note: While this position is posted externally concurrently, members within the collective bargaining unit will receive first consideration in the appointment.

Benefits

A mission driven and meaningful working environment
Competitive salary from a Certified Living Wage Employer
10.2% of straight-time pay in lieu of scheduled vacations and paid holidays paid every pay cheque for casual and temporary employees
Employee assistance program
Up to 5 paid wellness days a year for casual and temporary employees
Career development and internal advancement opportunities
Organization and individual training opportunities
Dog friendly offices

Pacifica Housing advises all employees, contractors and volunteers of the risk of violence, injury and harm that is present in the execution of their duties. Pacifica Housing is committed to providing a safe and risk-free work place, however, we acknowledge the inherent risk in social housing and direct support work while in homes and in other support relationships.

Pacifica celebrates diversity and what makes you uniquely you. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your culture, ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, colour, religion, and diversability.

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Responsibilities

Clean and maintain assigned rooms, units, laundry areas, and shared spaces, including completing turnover cleaning and handling linens and waste. Prepare the dining room, serve residents while accommodating dietary restrictions and allergies, respond to food-related questions, and clean up after meals.

Requirements

Applicants need a high school diploma or GED equivalent, experience in the food and serving industry, a customer-oriented approach, patience, and strong communication and customer-service skills. First Aid and Food Safe certifications are required, as is availability for on-call shifts, holiday coverage, sick days, and statutory holidays; a vulnerable-sector criminal record check must also be cleared.

Skills

Housekeeping
Cleaning
Food Service
Customer Service
Verbal Communication
Written Communication
Working Under Pressure
Laundry
Food Safety
Dietary Restrictions and Allergy Awareness
First Aid
Teamwork
Patience
Dining Room Preparation
Dishwashing

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Vacation and Holiday Pay
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Wellness Days
Career Development Opportunities
Internal Advancement Opportunities
Training Opportunities

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Keywords

Housekeeping
Room Cleaning
Turnover Cleaning
Laundry
Linen Care
Waste Removal
Floor Cleaning
Food Service
Dining Room Preparation
Serving Residents
Dishwashing
Customer Service
Food Safe Certification
First Aid Certification
Dietary Restrictions
Food Allergies
On-Call Shifts
Vulnerable-Sector Criminal Record Check
Supportive Housing
Seniors Lodge

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