We are hiring an On-Call (Casual) Laundry Aide for Marquise Hospitality at our Nepean location. This is an existing vacancy, and we are looking for someone with open availability to start on an on-call basis through mid-March. You will be responsible for performing laundry services sorting, washing, drying, folding, and distributing linens for residents and clients in a senior living environment. If you are dependable, comfortable working independently, and take pride in keeping things clean and orderly, this could be a strong fit. Canadian work experience is not required. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and career paths, and we are committed to nurturing a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Company Overview
You may not see our name on the front door, but you have almost certainly been inside one of our buildings. Compass Group Canada is part of the world’s sixth largest employer, with 625,000 team members serving food and support services across schools, hospitals, senior living communities, corporate offices, sports venues, and remote sites in over 50 countries.
Here in Ottawa, we operate under the Marquise Hospitality brand, delivering thoughtful, residential-style support services for senior living communities. We believe that small touches like a neatly folded towel or a freshly made bed help residents feel genuinely at home. We provide an environment that balances independence with support, and we customize our care so that it is right for our residents and their loved ones. If you are looking for stable, meaningful work with a global company that still values local connection, you have found it.
Key Responsibilities
- Properly sort, wash, and dry linens following approved laundry procedures, ensuring correct cycles, temperatures, and detergent usage for different fabric types.
- Fold, count, and stack clean linens neatly, maintaining accurate inventory of processed items.
- Collect soiled linens from designated areas and redistribute clean linens to resident rooms, common areas, and storage locations.
- Transport supplies, including clean and soiled linen carts, to appropriate storage and collection areas safely and efficiently.
- Routinely inspect linens for wear and tear, identifying worn, torn, or stained items and following Standard Operating Procedure for damaged linens.
- Maintain commercial and residential laundry rooms in a clean, orderly, and sanitary condition at all times.
- Operate laundry equipment such as commercial washing machines, dryers, linen presses, and clothing labelers safely and competently.
- Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding supply needs, equipment concerns, or resident requests.
- Work independently with minimal supervision, managing time and tasks efficiently.
- Collaborate with the broader housekeeping and care teams to ensure a clean, comfortable environment for residents.
Qualifications
Experience:
- Experience in housekeeping and/or laundry, or an equivalent combination of training and experience, is an asset but not required.
- We value reliability, attention to detail, and a positive attitude training is provided.
Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately and consistently.
- Effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
- Able to operate laundry equipment such as washing machines, dryers, linen presses, and clothing labelers (training provided).
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently or collaboratively in a team setting.
- Physically able to carry out the duties of the position, including standing for extended periods, lifting, bending, and manoeuvring laundry carts.
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive hourly wage of $20.78, with final compensation determined based on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
- Commitment to pay transparency. We comply with all applicable pay transparency legislation and are committed to offering competitive compensation.
- Flexible on-call status ideal for students, caregivers, or those seeking supplemental income without fixed full-time commitment.
- Pathway to more consistent hours on-call status is expected to transition as needs evolve post-March.
- Global company, local feel. You get the stability of an international employer with the warmth of a community-based team.
- No Canadian experience required. We assess candidates on willingness and capability, not geography.
- Accommodation-friendly hiring. Requests for support during the recruitment process are welcomed and acted upon promptly. Contact PeopleHub@compass-canada.com for further information.
- Transparent recruitment process. We use AI-based tools for screening at certain stages, and we are open about how and when they are applied.
- Diverse, inclusive workplace. Compass Group Canada is committed to nurturing a diverse workforce representative of the communities within which we operate. We encourage and are pleased to consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, colour, citizenship, religion, sex, marital/family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, aboriginal status, age, disability, or persons who may require an accommodation.
How to Apply
If you are looking for on-call, casual work that keeps you active and connected to a meaningful purpose and you are available to start with open availability through mid-March we would like to hear from you.
Please submit your resume through the official Compass Group Canada careers portal or via the direct application link on Indeed.
