Painter & Decorator, The Savoy

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An iconic hotel in the heart of London is seeking a talented Painter/Decorator to join their esteemed Engineering team. This role offers the opportunity to maintain the hotel’s prestigious reputation by ensuring all finishes are of the highest standard. You will be part of a passionate team dedicated to excellence in service, with a focus on innovation and quality. The ideal candidate will bring a keen eye for detail and a positive attitude, thriving in a dynamic environment. Join a workplace that values talent development and offers exceptional benefits, including discounts at renowned restaurants and hotels worldwide.

Benefits

31 days of holiday including public holidays

Cashback scheme for healthcare expenses

Discounts at Accor hotels worldwide

50% discount at bars and restaurants

Colleague gym facility

Employee assistance programme

Annual optician reimbursements

English language classes

Cycle to work scheme

Laundry services for colleagues

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in painting and decorating.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and problem-solve.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance all interior and exterior finishes.
• Keep all paint finishes up to standard.
• Communicate effectively with all departments.

Skills

Painting

Decorating

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

City and Guilds Qualification in Painting and Decorating

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

The Savoy, a Fairmont Managed Hotel, is one of the world's most iconic hotels. A renowned leaders in the hospitality industry, The Savoy has a reputation for outstanding service and excellence. Originally built in 1889, the hotel has a rich history and has played host to royalty, world leaders and legends of the stage and screen. Today, colleagues pride themselves on being innovative and inspirational, delivering the very best in five star luxury. Passionate about developing and promoting talent, The Savoy offers unwavering support and recognition to colleagues, as well as having a very competitive benefits plan.

Company Description

The Savoy, a Fairmont Managed Hotel, is one of the world's most iconic hotels. A renowned leaders in the hospitality industry, The Savoy has a reputation for outstanding service and excellence. Originally built in 1889, the hotel has a rich history and has played host to royalty, world leaders and legends of the stage and screen. Today, colleagues pride themselves on being innovative and inspirational, delivering the very best in five star luxury. Passionate about developing and promoting talent, The Savoy offers unwavering support and recognition to colleagues, as well as having a very competitive benefits plan.

Job Description

Job Title: Painter/Decorator

Department: Engineering

Inspired and supported by: Engineering supervisors and Engineering manager

Salary: £35,921 (including service charge)

Your purpose will be:

To maintain and enhance all interior and exterior finishes of the building. To highlight any opportunities to improve and enhance the building.

You will be accountable for:

Maintaining paint and paper finishes in all areas

Seeking opportunities to improve the look and finish of all areas

Keeping open good lines of communication with all departments and within the department

Your key responsibilities & contribution will be:

Keeping all paint finishes in the building up to standard

Paper hanging including wide vinyl paper

High standard of preparation work to ensure quality finish

To regularly check paint stock and to report to supervisors what needs ordering

Communicate rooms and areas needing repair and time lines on how long the work will take

To meet all service standards in every guest interaction

To keep all equipment and tools provided by the hotel are kept in good repair

To work well alongside other departments and other trades within the department to ensure smooth running of the hotel

Communicate any delays due to any unforeseen problems in a timely manner so expectations can be managed

To keep work areas clean and tidy at all times and use signage provided by the hotel

Coverage of night shifts when needed in areas that cannot accessed during operational hours

Maintaining a high standard of personal grooming and appearance

Qualifications

What you will need to do in this role?

Essential :

3 – 5 years experience in painting and decorating

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written with the ability to communicate effectively with people of all levels

Enthusiastic and positive personality with the ability to build trusting relationships

Ability to multi task and problem solve in a fast paced environment

Keen eye for detail

Proven organisational skills works well on your own. Able to set and meet deadlines with quality results

Flexibility to work different shifts including night shifts

Desirable:

1 – 3 years experience in luxury hospitality environment

City and guilds qualification in painting and decorating

Please note that we believe in flexibility and multi-skilling, and you may be asked to do different tasks from time to time to enable us to meet the needs of our guests and colleagues.

Additional Information

What’s in it for you?

Competitive salary and benefits including pension and life assurance

31 days of holiday including public holidays (increase to 33 days after 5 years)

Cashback scheme for everyday wellbeing/healthcare expenses including Perkbox

Special rates for Savoy colleagues and their friends & family and discount across Accor hotels worldwide

Fantastic colleague rates in Fairmont and Raffles hotels worldwide that includes friends & family

Free stay at The Savoy after successful completion of probation

50% discount at our iconic American & Beaufort Bars

50% discount at our world-famous Afternoon Tea

50% discount at our spa and florist

50% discount at Gordon Ramsay's River Restaurant and Savoy Grill

20% at Gordon Ramsay restaurants outside the hotel and restaurant 1890

Laundry services & dry cleaning for uniformed and non-uniformed colleagues

Colleague gym facility and Virgin Active gym membership discount

Employee assistance programme

Annual optician reimbursements for eye tests and glasses

English language classes

Colleague restaurant

Local F&B, retail and gym discounts

Interfaith prayer room

Wellness room

Cycle to work scheme