Housekeeping Manager - Hotel/Resort - Devon

Housekeeping Manager
Luxury Hotel/Resort Development - Devon
JWR is currently working with a luxury resort undergoing significant investment from a leading developer to re-position itself as one of the top destinations to visit in the area, looking to recruit an experienced Housekeeping Manager to join their team

The Package / Benefits / Opportunities:
Salary up to £35k+ Bonus DOE
Free membership and use of leisure facilities
Free on-site parking
Discount on dining, accommodation & spa treatments for yourself, family & friends
28 days holiday which increases with service
Free meals on duty

Job description and required skills
The Resort will offer a range of accommodation, countryside leisure activities, spa services, dining options, sporting activities and local experiences. Accommodation choices will include fully serviced bedrooms in the main hotel complex, independent accommodation in the existing cottages dispersed around the estate and new luxury lodges.

An ever-evolving role whilst the development continues, working closely with the Resort Director, As Housekeeping Manager, you will be proactive and hands on, leading your team from the front-line to deliver exceptional levels of standards to its guests. The hotels bedrooms, public areas and self-catering cleanliness must always be consistent and high at all times.

As Housekeeping Manager must have good communication skills with the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. You will possess excellent organisational skills and be able to delegate and manage employees effectively, always leading by example.

You will be responsible for the cleanliness of all hotel bedrooms, public spaces and associate areas across hotel, whilst overseeing third party contractors for self-catering accommodation and expected to manage and inspect the performance of the team whilst ensuring the condition of all furnishings, fittings and equipment are in good order.

Working alongside and reporting to a leading Resort Director, you will be responsible for the overall day-to-day management of the Housekeeping Department of the hotel. You will ensure that the department runs smoothly and delivers the minimum standards set by the Company, therefore enabling a first-class service to guests at all times.

You will need to be flexible with working hours to include evenings and weekends

Required Skills:
Previous experience in a Senior Housekeeping role within a 4/5* property of at least 60 beds.
Experienced in successfully managing a HK team with proven results.
Lead from the front delivering the highest of standards & consistency.
Able to prioritise workload and able to work within a busy environment.
Strong work ethic, making sure that the guest experience is fulfilled with any reasonable request carried out quickly and to the highest standards.
Great attention to detail, taking pride in your performance and strive to provide the highest levels of cleanliness at all times.
Passionate about hospitality, whilst delivering outstanding service.
Experience of managing budgets and controlling costs to deliver agreed payroll and purchasing objectives.
Ability to recruit, train, motivate and develop your team.
Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety and current legislation

If you would be interested in discussing in more detail, send your CV today!