Weekend Housekeeper And Server

Firstport; East Malling; On-site; GBP 3,200 - 3,800; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries and benefits

Range of benefit packages

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

FirstPort is the UK’s leading residential property service provider, caring for 290,000 homes in England, Wales and Scotland, across 5,000 developments with 4,000 employees.

The Weekend Housekeeper & Server role in Tonbridge involves providing housekeeping services to residents and serving meals with a friendly, professional approach. It reports to the Head Housekeeper and Estate Manager, and offers benefits and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping or serving customers within a team environment.
• Organised, punctual, reliable and with attention to detail.
• Ability to stay calm and professional in emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Vacuum, dust and clean all common areas, hallways and entry areas.
• Service meals to residents' tables or apartments following procedures.
• Clean and service residents' apartments including linen changes.
• Deep clean communal areas and apartments as needed.
• Follow sanitation and safety procedures and complete tasks as required.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Tools

Housekeeping equipment

Job description

Job description

Job Role: Weekend Housekeeper & Server (Ref 521)

Location: Tonbridge, Kent

Salary: £3,458 per annum plus benefits

Job Sector: Retirement - Assisted Living

Hours: Saturday and Sunday 11:15am to 2:45pm (7 hrs per week)

As Housekeeper & Server, you will contribute to our vision of being the UK’s favourite property manager by:

• Providing an efficient, housekeeping service to our customers within their individual homes and to the communal areas of the development
• Serving meals to the resident’s tables following procedures in a courteous and friendly manner

The Housekeeper & Server reports to the Head Housekeeper and the Estate Manager.

Main Responsibilities

• Vacuum, dust and spot clean all common areas, hallways and patios, paying special attention to the main entry area. Specific items to check are carpets, plants, pictures, railings, windows and light fixtures.
• Servicing of customers’ apartments, which includes, general household cleaning duties, the changing of bed and bath linens and the removal of sealed rubbish bags if requested.
• Deep clean communal areas and apartments as needed.
• Serving meals to customer’s table or apartments following Assisted Living procedures.
• Clearing of dishes from tables and wash tables and chairs.
• Follow sanitation and safety procedures.
• Complete any other tasks as required by our customers following appropriate training guidelines.

About You

You will currently be working within or have experience of housekeeping or serving customers within a team environment and have a passion for providing an exceptional level of customer service at all times.

To approach tasks you are able to be organised and prioritise so you can meet time deadlines on an on-going basis. With this you are also punctual, reliable and have excellent attention to detail.

You have experience of emergency situations and always remain calm to take the necessary actions with a high standard of professionalism.

Your ideal role will be a varied one, where you’re not stuck behind a desk all day; You enjoy working with people and helping to make a difference to enhance their lifestyle on a day to day basis.

About Us

FirstPort is the UK’s leading residential property service provider, caring for 290,000 homes in England, Wales and Scotland, across 5,000 developments. With over four decades of experience and 4,000 employees, FirstPort works with developers, investors, freeholders and over 1,000 Resident Management Companies.

Our Values

Friendly – We look out for people’s best interests, and show them we care by dealing with them in a warm and friendly manner.

Inventive – We’re creative and resourceful. We strive to improve what we do and how we do it, so we can provide the best ideas and solutions to look after people, their homes and communities.

Respectful – We listen, consult and take on-board people’s opinions and needs. We understand the importance of the home and community in people’s lives, and act with respect at all times.

Skilled – We’ve the qualifications, experience and take great pride in our work to consistently deliver the highest standards and value for money. We’re informed, and we’re always building on that knowledge to constantly improve our quality of service.

Trustworthy – We’re always professional, reliable, open and honest. People can depend on us to keep our promises and follow through on our commitments.

The Benefits

Our customers deserve the best and the same applies to our people. We’ll support you with all of the technology, training and support that you need to do your job well. We offer competitive salaries and a range of benefit packages. In addition to the core benefits, we also offer a range of exclusive discounts on extra benefits to help you and your family make the most of your money, safeguard your future and look after your health.

Diversity

We’re committed to promoting diversity at FirstPort and recruit on merit. We will consider applications from job share applicants.