Assistant Head Housekeeper

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality is seeking a dedicated Assistant Head Housekeeper to join their vibrant team. This role offers the chance to lead a talented group, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and service in a prestigious hotel environment. You will be instrumental in training staff, coordinating tasks, and managing budgets, all while contributing to an exceptional guest experience. With a commitment to employee development and progression, this opportunity promises not just a job, but a rewarding career path within a growing hotel group. Join us in making every guest's stay memorable!

Benefits

Hotel stay discounts

Food and Beverage discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Meals included while on duty

Career progression opportunities

Unique training and development programs

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping management or supervisory roles.
• Strong communication skills and ability to train staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise housekeeping staff and ensure high cleaning standards.
• Assist with room checks and maintain the housekeeping budget.

Skills

Team Leadership

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Training and Development

Education

High School Diploma

Hospitality Management Degree

Tools

Housekeeping Management Software

Job description

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Assistant Head Housekeeper, London Borough of Richmond upon Thames

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Location:

London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Who we are:
Harbour Hotels are a collection of prestigious hotels nestled in some of the most beautiful locations across the South. Our luxury portfolio spans sensational coastal, country and city properties with a variety of exciting restaurant concepts and our unique HarSPA brand across many of our sites. In 2018, Harbour Hotels was named AA Hotel Group of the Year making it an exceptionally exciting time to join our ever growing hotel brand.

The role:
We have a superb opportunity for a Housekeeping Assistant Manager to join the team. You will support the Housekeeping Manager ensuring the hotel is serviced and cleaned daily in addition to providing support with all Housekeeping management duties.

Main duties:

• Assist with the checking of rooms / public areas both routine and spot checks, repairs and reporting any issues to maintenance
• Supervise room attendants and linen porters
• Training staff
• Coordinating and delegating tasks
• Providing quality service to all guests
• Admin duties (rotas, payroll control, mini bar stock, linen, ordering, etc.)
• Maintain the housekeeping budget
• Follow the safety standards within Housekeeping department and adhere to health and safety policy

What’s in it for you:

At Harbour Hotels we are committed to providing exceptional hospitality whilst creating a vibrant enjoyable working environment for all of our team. Here are just some of the benefits you will receive upon joining the crew:

• Excellent progression opportunities within the Harbour Hotels Group
• Individual and bespoke career and progression pathways
• Competitive salary across all roles
• Unique on the job training and development with an opportunity for internal promotions within any of our properties.
• Hotel stay and Food and Beverage discounts across the Harbour Hotels Group
• Access to an exciting benefits and discount platform
• Employee Assistance Program
• Meals included whilst on duty

If you feel you have the skills and ambition we are looking for to join Harbour Hotels, then please apply with a full and up to date CV below.

Please note only those eligible to work in the UK or have a valid UK work permit/visa will be considered for this vacancy.