What are the responsibilities and job description for the Porter position at The Bristal at Waldwick?
Looking for a career where you can make a difference in someone else’s life? Where opportunities abound to advance your future, both personally and professionally? The Bristal Assisted Living is the place for you. You’ll thrive in a premier senior care organization that values you as an individual — not just your experience and skillsets, but your unique talents and energy. You’ll enrich the community in which you work, and that community will enrich you. We call what we do at The Bristal “hospitality with a higher purpose.” We know you’ll make an impactful difference. Because the difference is you. Come join us!
As a luxury assisted living community, we operate much like a high-end hotel. And that means delivering the ultimate experience in guest services and hospitality every day and in every way. We are seeking an experienced, responsible and well-mannered Porter to create and maintain a clean, comfortable and safe environment for our residents throughout our community. You will be required to maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of our busy common areas, including bathrooms, function rooms, stairways, hallways, the parking lot, sidewalks, windows, carpets, floors and all other public areas, as required. You will often come into contact with residents, resident families, other guests and team members, and we expect you to maintain a friendly, courteous and positive attitude at all times, so that these encounters are always pleasant and professional. In this role you will be cleaning assigned common areas of the community in accordance with the guidelines established by the Director of Housekeeping and will assist the Director when and where needed. Special cleaning projects and assistance with snow removal as necessary may be required. The loving care, attention to detail and great customer service you bring to your responsibilities as a Porter are fundamental to the quality of life and the general wellbeing of our residents every day.
Must be able to work at least one weekend day per week (Tues–Sat or Sun–Thurs).
The ideal candidate will have the following skills/qualifications:
- An upbeat, friendly, pleasant and courteous demeanor when dealing with peers, supervisors, guests, residents and management
- Must be consistent, reliable and thorough with all cleaning practices
- Must excel in providing cleaning services in a fast-paced environment
- Experience providing cleaning services in the restaurant, healthcare, hospital, hotel, hospitality or similar industry is a plus
- Prior experience working with a senior population is preferred
- Must be able to communicate in English
Behaviors
Required- Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
- Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
