Country House Manager: Lead Guest Experience & Operations

HF Holidays Limited; Abingworth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 Days Holiday

Pension Contributions

Volunteer Day

Group Life Assurance

Cinema Discounts

Online Shopping Discounts

Cycle to work Scheme

Discounted Gym Membership

Virtual GP

Health & Wellbeing Support

Exclusive discounts on our holidays

Job summary

HF Holidays Limited seeks a Country House Manager for Abingworth Hall in West Sussex. Lead guest service, kitchen and front-of-house operations, and coordinate maintenance to uphold high standards across the house.

As an experienced operations leader, you’ll drive a collaborative culture, work with central support teams, and ensure exceptional hospitality for guests and members alike.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in Tourism or Hospitality management with a track record of operational success.
• Willingness to work varied hours including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Guest Service Excellence: oversee all aspects of guest service to deliver exceptional experiences.
• Kitchen Management: manage chefs to maintain food quality within budget.
• Front of House Management: lead FOH team and ensure clean, welcoming spaces.
• Property Maintenance and Appearance: monitor and address repairs and upkeep.
• Team Development & Culture: foster teamwork and a positive house culture.
• Centralised Support: collaborate with HR, Health & Safety, Finance and Sales.

Skills

Commercial background

Flexibility

Job description

HF Holidays Limited seeks a Country House Manager for Abingworth Hall in West Sussex. Lead guest service, kitchen and front-of-house operations, and coordinate maintenance to uphold high standards across the house.

As an experienced operations leader, you’ll drive a collaborative culture, work with central support teams, and ensure exceptional hospitality for guests and members alike.