Maintenance/Cleaner – Tim Hortons – Halifax, NS

Tim Hortons on Young Street in Halifax, Nova Scotia is looking for a dependable and hardworking Maintenance/Cleaner to join their team. If you take pride in keeping spaces spotless and enjoy a role where your efforts make a real, visible difference every single day, this could be a great fit for you. It’s a fun, flexible environment where you’ll feel right at home from day one.

This full-time position covers a wide range of cleaning and light maintenance duties — from maintaining pristine restrooms to keeping the exterior tidy regardless of the season. Whether it’s sweeping, shovelling, or restocking supplies, your work directly contributes to the welcoming atmosphere that keeps guests and co-workers happy at one of Canada’s most beloved coffee brands.

About the Role: Maintenance/Cleaner

As a Maintenance/Cleaner at Tim Hortons Halifax, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the entire restaurant — from front-of-house to restrooms and the exterior grounds — meets the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene. You’ll follow established health and safety procedures, use appropriate cleaning products, and keep the space safe and welcoming for both guests and staff.

Beyond routine cleaning, you may also assist with minor maintenance tasks, help unload deliveries, and take on any additional responsibilities assigned by management. Teamwork is at the heart of every Tim Hortons location, and your role is essential to keeping the whole operation running smoothly and safely.

Benefits and Salary

Tim Hortons offers a warm, community-oriented workplace where flexibility and new challenges are part of the daily routine. As part of a welcoming team environment, you’ll have the opportunity to build friendships with co-workers and make a genuine impact on guests’ experience. Specific compensation and benefits details are available through the hiring franchisee — accommodations are available upon request.

Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll carry out a broad range of cleaning and facility maintenance tasks to ensure the restaurant remains safe, sanitary, and inviting at all times. Your day-to-day work covers both the indoor and outdoor areas of the location, making your contribution essential to the overall guest and team experience.

• General Cleaning: Dusting, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming floors and carpets, and wiping down surfaces throughout the restaurant
• Bathroom Maintenance: Disinfecting and sanitizing restrooms, replacing supplies such as toilet paper and hand towels, and cleaning all fixtures
• Waste Disposal: Emptying trash, cardboard, and recycling bins on a regular basis
• Surface Cleaning: Cleaning windows, doors, tables, chairs, and other surfaces to maintain a polished appearance
• Health & Safety Compliance: Following all health and safety procedures, using appropriate cleaning products, and ensuring a hygienic environment at all times
• Exterior Upkeep: Sweeping, shovelling, raking, and collecting garbage outside the premises — keeping the property safe and tidy in all weather
• Supply Restocking: Assisting with restocking supplies and helping unload deliveries as needed
• Additional Duties: Taking on any other responsibilities assigned by management to support the smooth running of the restaurant

Requirements / Skills

The ideal candidate is someone who takes ownership of their work, pays close attention to detail, and genuinely cares about maintaining a clean and safe environment for guests and co-workers alike. Tim Hortons values team players who show up with a positive attitude and a willingness to pitch in wherever needed.

• Reliability and punctuality — showing up consistently and being dependable is essential in this role
• Physical stamina — the role involves standing, bending, lifting, and working on your feet for extended periods
• Attention to detail — ensuring every area is thoroughly cleaned and nothing is overlooked
• Knowledge of cleaning products and safety procedures — or a willingness to learn proper usage and handling
• Teamwork and communication — working cooperatively with restaurant staff and taking direction from management
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions — including shovelling and exterior maintenance in Nova Scotia seasons

How to Apply

Ready to join one of Canada’s most iconic brands? Click the button below to submit your application directly through the official Tim Hortons hiring portal. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the hiring process.

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