Lead Housekeeper — 40h Week, Team Leadership

Scenic Hotel Group

Fox Glacier

On-site

NZD 45,000 - 48,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Scenic Hotel Group – Fox Glacier, on New Zealand's West Coast, is seeking a Head Housekeeper to lead the housekeeping team and ensure top service standards. You will direct rosters, training, and daily operations to maintain a spotless guest environment and efficient service.

The role requires 2 years in housekeeping with at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity, plus excellent verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

  • 2 years relevant housekeeping experience, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
  • Excellent verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Oversight of the department including determining work requirements and allocation of duties.
  • Preparation and maintenance of Housekeeping department rosters and attendance records.
  • Oversight of day-to-day activity of Housekeeping staff, and ensuring that training is coordinated, structured, and aligned with service standards.
  • Planning, budgeting, and ordering for the department.
  • Taking a proactive approach to driving service improvements to maximise departmental success.

Skills

Supervisory experience
Excellent communication

Job description

Scenic Hotel Group – Fox Glacier, on New Zealand's West Coast, is seeking a Head Housekeeper to lead the housekeeping team and ensure top service standards. You will direct rosters, training, and daily operations to maintain a spotless guest environment and efficient service.

The role requires 2 years in housekeeping with at least 1 year in a supervisory capacity, plus excellent verbal communication skills.

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