Interim Head Housekeeper

Mint People; Skipton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Mint People is recruiting an Interim Head Housekeeper for a hospitality venue in Skipton. You will lead the housekeeping operation, manage rotas and stock, and drive cleanliness standards during a key interim period.

The role requires a hands-on leader with strong communication skills who can train staff and liaise across departments to ensure smooth operations. Immediate start and potential extension are available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior housekeeping role, ideally as Head Housekeeper.
• Proven leadership and communication skills.
• Hands-on approach with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the day-to-day running of the housekeeping department.
• Managing rotas, stock control, and ensuring health and safety compliance.
• Leading and motivating the team to maintain high cleanliness standards.
• Liaising with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Training new staff and supporting ongoing development of the team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Hands-on

Team management

Health and safety

Job description

Interim Head Housekeeper – Skipton
Location: Skipton
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Temporary (with potential to extend)
Pay: Competitive, paid weekly

We are recruiting for an experienced Head Housekeeper to join a respected hospitality venue in Skipton on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and proactive individual to take charge of the housekeeping operation and lead a dedicated team during a key period.

What you’ll be doing:

Overseeing the day-to-day running of the housekeeping department

Managing rotas, stock control, and ensuring health and safety compliance

Leading and motivating the team to maintain high cleanliness standards

Liaising with other departments to ensure smooth operations

Training new staff and supporting ongoing development of the team

What we’re looking for:

Proven experience in a senior housekeeping role, ideally as Head Housekeeper

Strong leadership and communication skills

A hands‑on approach and excellent attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities

Available to start immediately