Housekeeping & Support Staff - Wilderness Resort

Housekeeping & Support Staff – Wilderness Lodge (Seasonal)
Blachford Lake Lodge / Arctic Kingdom

Location:

Near Yellowknife, Northwest Territories

Blachford Lake Lodge and Arctic Kingdom are seeking Housekeeping & Support Staff to play a key role in delivering an exceptional guest experience. This position focuses primarily on indoor housekeeping, with opportunities to assist outdoors and participate in guest activities as needed.

Duties vary seasonally and are shaped by guest volume and operational needs. Working in an off-grid environment requires flexibility, adaptability, and strong communication. Days can be long and unpredictable, but the role offers the opportunity to work in one of the most unique and inspiring locations in Canada.

Key Responsibilities
Housekeeping & Lodge Support

Clean and maintain guest rooms, bathrooms, public areas, and staff spaces

Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, bar, laundry, and storage areas

Complete laundry services and keep laundry areas organized

Assist with dishwashing on a rotating schedule

Work with the Lodge Manager to ensure adequate supplies are stocked and ordered

Kitchen & Food Service Assistance

Assist with dishwashing and scheduled deep cleans

Support food service as needed (serving, clearing, delivery to cabins)

Assist with guest extras such as s’mores kits and takeaway drinks

Outdoor & Operational Support

Assist with light outdoor work (shoveling, moving goods, tidying outdoor spaces)

Support setup and upkeep of guest outdoor areas (tipi, furniture, firewood)

Cultural Awareness
Blachford Lake Lodge and Arctic Kingdom value our strong relationships with Indigenous guides and our international guests. Employees are expected to demonstrate respect, equality, cultural awareness, and sensitivity in all aspects of their work and interactions.

Health & Medical Requirements

Physically fit and capable of lifting heavy loads

Comfortable working long hours in challenging conditions

Required Qualifications

Legally entitled to work in Canada

Valid serving certification (NWT)

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Blachford Lake Lodge is located on Chief Drygeese Territory, the traditional land of the Yellow knives Dene First Nation, Akaitcho, Treaty 8 territory.