Domestic Services Manager

Medirest; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Barnet Hospital is seeking an experienced Domestic Manager to oversee cleaning and housekeeping services. The role involves managing a team, developing cleaning schedules, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates should have supervisory experience and strong leadership skills. A comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Digital GP access

Travel discounts

Grocery discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards

Wellness classes

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar domestic/housekeeping supervisory role.
• Knowledge of COSHH and health & safety regulations.
• Ability to manage workloads and prioritize in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of domestic staff to deliver outstanding cleaning and housekeeping services.
• Develop and manage cleaning schedules to meet operational needs.
• Monitor quality and standards through regular audits and inspections.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Domestic Manager
Location: Barnet Hospital
Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: £42,000 PA (DOE)

Are you a proactive and detail-oriented leader with a passion for creating clean, safe, and welcoming environments? We are seeking a highly organised and experienced Domestic Manager to lead and manage our domestic services team working in joint partnership with our NHS Colleagues..

In this vital role, you'll oversee the day-to-day delivery of cleaning and housekeeping services across our site, ensuring high standards of hygiene, safety, and presentation are consistently maintained. You’ll be responsible for managing staff, coordinating rotas, ordering supplies, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise a team of domestic staff to deliver outstanding cleaning and housekeeping services
  
• Develop and manage cleaning schedules to meet operational needs
  
• Monitor quality and standards through regular audits and inspections
  
• Manage inventory and order supplies in a cost-effective manner
  
• Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety, and hygiene regulations
  
• Provide training, support, and performance management for team members
  
• Liaise with other departments to ensure smooth, efficient service delivery
  

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in a similar domestic/housekeeping supervisory role
  
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
  
• Ability to manage workloads and prioritise in a busy environment
  
• Knowledge of COSHH and health & safety regulations
  
• High attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining standards
  
• A flexible and hands-on approach
  

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Medirest is the specialist healthcare operating company of Compass Group UK & Ireland, providing a full range of hotel services, including staff, patient and visitor catering, domestics, portering, security and reception, at over 130 NHS Trusts and private hospitals.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!