Housekeeping Team Leader

FOREST HOLIDAYS LIMITED; Breckland District; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading holiday company in the UK is seeking a Housekeeping Team Leader for their Thorpe location. You will guide a dedicated team, ensuring the cleanliness of cabins and delivering outstanding service. Ideal candidates have experience in housekeeping and team leadership, with a passion for the outdoors. Join us for a rewarding role in a stunning forest setting, offering competitive pay and generous benefits.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Performance-based bonuses

Social events and awards evenings

Pension scheme

One full paid day to volunteer

Subsidised meals

Wellbeing events & activities

Discounts on stays

Qualifications

• Essential experience in a housekeeping or cleaning role.
• Ability to effectively lead and motivate a team.
• Strong work ethic and positive, can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support and motivate the housekeeping team.
• Deliver training to team members.
• Ensure cleanliness and inventory of each cabin.

Skills

Experience in housekeeping/cleaning

Leadership experience

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Location: Thorpe
Salary: £12.51 per hour
Working Hours: Part time, 12 hours per week.
Days of Work: Monday and Fridays only

Join Our Team in a Stunning Forest Setting!

We have an exciting opportunity for a Housekeeping Team Leader to join our Thorpe team! Work in one of the UK’s most beautiful forest locations, developing your skills while providing outstanding service to our guests.

The Housekeeping Team Leader role

As our Housekeeping Team Leader, you will work closely with the Housekeeping Manager to ensure smooth operations and exceptional service. Open all year round, our Housekeeping Supervisors are assigned a specific number of cabins to manage each changeover day. Working alongside the housekeeping teams, you will ensure that the cabins meet our high brand standards of cleanliness.

You will be a role model for the team, leading by example and ensuring high standards of service and professionalism. In this role you must deliver exceptional customer service, ensuring every guest enjoys the perfect Forest Feeling experience.

Your Responsibilities

• Providing support and motivation to the Housekeeping Team to ensure high morale and productivity.
• Delivering adequate training to the team, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge to meet our high standards.
• Ensuring each cabin is stocked with the correct inventory and meets our cleanliness and presentation standards.
• Conducting basic health and safety checks, such as inspecting smoke alarms and fire extinguishers.
• Monitoring and maintaining the quality of cabin cleanliness, ensuring all tasks are completed to the highest standards.

What Are We Looking For?

Our ideal Housekeeping Supervisor is articulate and approachable. You put our guests at the heart of everything you do and have a helpful, positive personality. Passionate about all the little details that make a holiday great is what makes our guests return time and time again.

• Previous experience in a housekeeping/ cleaning position, or similar is essential.
• Experience leading a team.
• A passion for the outdoors and motivation throughout all weather conditions.
• A positive, can-do attitude and a strong work ethic.
• The ability to work effectively in a team and communicate well with colleagues.
• A willingness to get involved, take initiative, and support the team as needed.
• Attention to detail, ensuring all tasks are completed to our high standards.
• A desire to work outdoors in a natural setting and contribute to the teams success.

Why Join Us?

• Generous holiday allowance - Take the time you need to recharge and enjoy a healthy work-life balance.
• Performance-based bonuses – Earn a 5% bonus (paid quarterly) if 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 cabin breaks – Enjoy up to 20% off pre-booked stays or last-minute breaks for just £75 per cabin. Friends and family also receive 15% off.
• Hundreds of discounts – Save on top brands across the UK.

Forest Holidays is a Certified B Corporation, committed to sustainability and responsible tourism. By joining us, you’ll be part of a team that values people and the planet.

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