Kara Barclay
Kingston
Summary
Highly skilled Housekeeping Cleaner with experience in maintaining cleanliness and orderliness of various types of properties. Strengths include proficiency in time management, multitasking, and the application of proper cleaning procedures. Demonstrated ability to improve efficiency in work processes leading to optimal cleanliness standards. Impact made by consistently receiving positive feedback from clients for maintaining high sanitation standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Housekeeping Cleaner
Holiday Inn Express and Suites
Brockville
05.2019 - 10.2022
- Cleaned guest rooms following established guidelines and procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness in common areas to enhance guest experience.
- Replenished supplies such as toiletries and linens for guest convenience.
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily cleaning schedules.
- Adhered to safety protocols while using cleaning chemicals and equipment.
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, replenished supplies such as soap and toilet paper.
- Adhered strictly to health regulations regarding sanitation practices in the workplace.
- Organized storage closets ensuring that all items are properly labeled and stored away safely.
- Performed deep cleaning tasks such as shampooing carpets or steam cleaning upholstery.
Maid/House Cleaner
Molly Maid
Markham
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Cleaned residential spaces using eco-friendly products and equipment.
- Organized supplies and maintained inventory for efficient cleaning operations.
- Communicated with clients to understand specific cleaning needs and preferences.
- Trained new staff on cleaning techniques and safety protocols.
- Managed time effectively to complete tasks within scheduled visits.
- Sanitized bathrooms including sinks, toilets, showers and tubs, countertops, mirrors and floors.
- Cleaned and polished furniture, fixtures, and other surfaces.
- Moved beds, sofas and small furniture to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Sanitized kitchen counters, wiped down cabinets and swept and mopped floors.
- Performed other related duties as assigned.
- Cleaned homes following specific and detailed protocols and requests.
- Swept, mopped, vacuumed and polished floors of all types.
- Cleaned bathrooms including toilets, showers and bathtubs, sinks and countertops.
- Organized, cleaned and sanitized kitchens, bedrooms, living rooms and bathrooms to tidy and eliminate daily germs.
- Coordinated home cleaning schedule based on client availability and realistic time constraints.
Education
GED
Toronto, ONSkills
- Room cleaning
- Sanitation practices
- Chemical handling
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Health regulation adherence
Timeline
Housekeeping Cleaner
Holiday Inn Express and Suites
05.2019 - 10.2022
Maid/House Cleaner
Molly Maid
08.2018 - 08.2019
GED