Early Morning Housekeeper

Bedruthan Hotel & Spa; Newquay; On-site; GBP 26,445 - 29,120; Full time

Job summary

Bedruthan Hotel & Spa in Mawgan Porth is seeking an Early Morning Public Areas Cleaner to help ensure our spaces are pristine before guests wake. Join a iconic Cornwall property and contribute to the guest experience across public spaces, spa areas, restaurants and event spaces.

The role offers early starts (4am/5am), a permanent 40-hour contract and opportunities to grow within the team. Prior cleaning or hospitality experience is advantageous, with a strong emphasis on reliability and detail.

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning, housekeeping or hospitality experience would be an advantage.
• Attention to detail and high personal standards.
• Reliable, punctual and trustworthy.

Responsibilities

• Clean and present public areas to the highest standards.
• Maintain the spa, restaurants, bars, reception areas, corridors and event spaces.
• Ensure the spa and conference spaces are guest-ready by 8am.
• Complete cleaning tasks independently and within set timeframes.
• Identify and report maintenance, safety or housekeeping issues.
• Maintain high standards of security across public areas.
• Support other areas of the hotel when required.
• Contribute to the luxury experience our guests know and love.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Independent worker

Team player

Job description

Early Morning Public Areas Cleaner

Bedruthan and Scarlet Hotel, Mawgan Porth

£12.71 - £14.00 per hour + tips | Early Morning Shifts | Permanent Position

Start Your Day by Creating Exceptional Spaces

Looking for a role that fits around your day while allowing you to be part of one of Cornwall's most iconic hotels?

We're looking for a reliable, self-motivated Early Morning Public Areas Cleaner to help ensure Bedruthan and Scarlet are looking their very best before our guests begin their day.

This is a vital role within our housekeeping team, maintaining the high standards our guests expect across our public spaces, spa areas, restaurants, event spaces and guest facilities.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• £12.71 per hour (up to £14 per hour with Boost) plus a share of hotel tips
• Permanent, 40-hour contract
• Performance Boost Scheme - the opportunity to earn more on top of base pay
• 28 days holiday (increasing to 29 after your fist year)
• Early morning shifts - typically from 4am/5am until around 1pm (with flexibility for the right candidate)
• Learning, development and progression opportunities
• Discounted food and drink on and off shift
• Long Service Awards – enjoy a nights stay on us after your first year
• Health Shield Healthcare Plan
• Temporary team accommodation available (subject to availability)
• Team socials, recognition awards and wellbeing initiatives

What You'll Be Doing

As an Early Morning Public Areas Cleaner, you'll help ensure every space is clean, safe and beautifully presented before guests start their day.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Cleaning and presenting public areas to the highest standards.
• Maintaining the spa, restaurants, bars, reception areas, corridors and event spaces.
• Ensuring the spa and conference spaces are guest-ready by 8am.
• Completing cleaning tasks independently and within set timeframes.
• Identifying and reporting maintenance, safety or housekeeping issues.
• Maintaining high standards of security across public areas.
• Supporting other areas of the hotel when required.
• Contributing to the luxury experience our guests know and love.

About You

We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work and understands that attention to detail makes all the difference.

You’ll be:

• Reliable, punctual and trustworthy
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently
• Detail-focused with high personal standards
• Physically fit and happy to work across a large hotel environment
• Positive, proactive and willing to get stuck in
• A strong team player with a flexible approach
• Friendly and professional when interacting with guests

Previous cleaning, housekeeping or hospitality experience would be an advantage, but isn't essential. What matters most is your attitude, work ethic and commitment to maintaining exceptional standards.

Why Bedruthan and Scarlet?

Perched above the Atlantic Ocean, Bedruthan is a place where creativity, hospitality and attention to detail come together to create memorable guest experiences.

This isn't just a cleaning role—it's an opportunity to be part of a supportive team, work in a stunning coastal location and help deliver the exceptional standards that make Bedruthan so special.

Ready to take pride in creating spaces our guests love? We'd love to hear from you.

AGENCIES: We’re not working with recruitment agencies on this role, and thank you for thinking of us. Any unsolicited CVs will be treated as direct applications and agency fees will not be due.