Housekeeper

FOREST HOLIDAYS LIMITED; East Hampshire; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A holiday cabin company in East Hampshire is looking for a Housekeeper to ensure high cleanliness standards in multiple cabins. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, good teamwork skills, and some experience in a similar role. This part-time position offers competitive pay at £12.21 per hour and opportunities for bonuses and employee discounts.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Performance-based bonuses

Social events and awards evenings

Pension scheme

Paid volunteer day

Subsidised meals

Wellbeing events & activities

Discounts on breaks

Discounts at top brands

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Clean and prepare multiple cabins per shift to the highest standard.
• Ensure all cabins are spotless and welcoming for arriving guests.
• Follow brand standards to provide an exceptional experience.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Strong work ethic

Job description

Be part of creating unforgettable escapes to a cabin in Blackwood Forest

Location: Blackwood Forest (Hampshire)
Salary: £12.21 per hour
Working Hours: Part‑time, 12 hours per week.
Days of Work: Mondays and Fridays only, 9:30 am until 4 pm.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Housekeeper to join our Blackwood team! Work in one of the UK’s most stunning forest locations, developing your skills while providing outstanding service to our guests. Sheltered beneath the protective canopy of ancient oak woodland or situated in the open meadow at the forest edge, our cabins at Forest of Dean offer an escape from everyday life in one of Britain’s most amazing forests.

About the Housekeeper Role:

Open all year round, our Housekeepers work in small teams, cleaning multiple cabins per shift. Passionate about the little details, you understand the importance of exceptional cleanliness—it’s what keeps our guests coming back time and time again.

Key responsibilities include:

• ➡️ Cleaning and preparing multiple cabins per shift to the highest standard.
• ➡️ Ensuring all cabins are spotless and welcoming for arriving guests.
• ➡️ Taking pride in your work and attention to detail at all times.
• ➡️ Following brand standards to ensure every guest experiences the Forest Feeling from the moment they step into their cabin.

What Are We Looking For?

Our ideal Housekeeper will be enthusiastic, energetic, and eager to deliver on our exceptional brand standards. You’ll be a team player with a keen eye for detail, capable of building good working relationships with colleagues and meeting set timescales.

We’re looking for someone with:

• ✅ A positive, can‑do attitude and a strong work ethic
• ✅ The ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively with colleagues
• ✅ Great attention to detail, ensuring high cleanliness standards are met
• ✅ Some previous experience in a similar role
• ✅ A willingness to work outdoors in a natural setting, whatever the weather

Who Are Forest Holidays?

We’re a Certified B Corp, recognised as a force for good. Our holidays are good for people and the planet. We’ve never done business as usual. Our holidays are unique, and so are we. We’re a team of 800 people, stewards of 244.5 hectares of forest, managing the land for conservation while creating spaces in nature for people to stay.

Our tucked‑away cabin locations are always thoughtfully placed — places to discover the wonders of nature and realise the part we all play in protecting it.

Why Join Us?

• ✈️ Generous holiday allowance – Take the time you need to recharge
• Performance‑based bonuses – Earn a 5% bonus (paid quarterly) when customer service targets are met
• Social events and awards evenings – Celebrate success with your team
• Pension scheme – Secure your future with our company pension
• One full paid day to volunteer – Give back to a cause you care about
• Subsidised meals – Discounted food when working on location
• ❤️ Wellbeing events & activities – Focus on your mental and physical wellness
• Save on breaks – Enjoy up to 20% off. Friends and family also receive 15% off.
• ️ Hundreds of discounts – Save on top brands across the UK

Pay Rates for Aged 16 and 17:

• 16 years: £7.55 per hour
• 17 years: £10.00 per hour

Reasonable Adjustments:

We’re all about diversity, inclusion, and bringing your authentic self to work. Need adjustments for the recruitment process? Just ask, our team is happy to help.

Click ‘Apply’ now to start your journey with us at Blackwood! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity.