Housekeeper - WF

Darwin Escapes; Wareham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Darwin Escapes group is seeking a friendly Housekeeper to prepare holiday accommodation to high standards, ensuring clean, comfortable and welcoming spaces for guests.

This part-time, fixed-term role covers 6 hours per shift, with bank holidays required. You will work as part of a supportive housekeeping team to complete changeovers efficiently and maintain presentation in holiday park accommodation.

Qualifications

• Reliable and hardworking with strong attention to detail.
• Able to work quickly while maintaining high cleanliness standards.
• Comfortable performing physical tasks (lifting, bending, standing).
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Clean and prepare holiday accommodation to company standards
• Change bed linen and make beds ready for guest arrivals
• Clean kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms and living areas
• Vacuum, dust, mop and clean surfaces throughout accommodation
• Ensure accommodation is well presented and ready for check-in
• Follow cleaning checklists, procedures and company standards
• Report maintenance issues, damage or missing items promptly
• Maintain cleanliness in communal or guest areas where required
• Use cleaning products and equipment safely and appropriately
• Report hazards or health and safety concerns
• Work efficiently during busy changeover periods
• Work collaboratively with the wider housekeeping and resort teams

Skills

Reliability

Attention to detail

High cleanliness standards

Time management

Independent worker

Team player

Physical stamina

UK driving licence

Job description

About the role

We’re looking for a friendly and reliable Housekeeper to help ensure our holiday accommodation is clean, comfortable and welcoming for every guest.

You’ll prepare accommodation for guest arrivals, maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation and work closely with the wider housekeeping team to ensure changeovers are completed efficiently.

This is a practical and active role suited to someone who takes pride in their work, has strong attention to detail and enjoys working as part of a team.

This is a part-time, fixed-term role working 6 hours per work, including bank holidays as required.

Role highlights

• Hands-on role preparing holiday accommodation for guests
• Opportunity to work as part of a friendly and supportive housekeeping team
• Varied and active working environment
• Full training provided

Key responsibilities

• Clean and prepare holiday accommodation to company standards
• Change bed linen and make beds ready for guest arrivals
• Clean kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms and living areas
• Vacuum, dust, mop and clean surfaces throughout accommodation
• Ensure accommodation is well presented and ready for check-in
• Follow cleaning checklists, procedures and company standards
• Report maintenance issues, damage or missing items promptly
• Maintain cleanliness in communal or guest areas where required
• Use cleaning products and equipment safely and appropriately
• Report hazards or health and safety concerns
• Work efficiently during busy changeover periods
• Work collaboratively with the wider housekeeping and resort teams

What we’re looking for

Essential

• A reliable and hardworking approach
• Strong attention to detail
• Pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness
• Ability to work efficiently and manage your time effectively
• Ability to safely carry out physical tasks including lifting, bending and standing for periods of time
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A positive and helpful approach
• Full UK driving license

Desirable

• Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience
• Previous experience within holiday parks, hotels, hospitality or a similar environment
• Experience working to cleaning checklists or established standards