Executive Head Housekeeper

De Vere

  • Old Windsor, Berkshire
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
De Vere Beaumont EstateDe Vere Beaumont Estate set in Old Windsor has a magnificent Georgian manor house as its centrepiece and is our largest hotel estate with 429 bedrooms, 45 meeting & event spaces, and over 40 acres of grounds. A hotel of this size means we have a variety of food and beverage outlets and some great bars on site, so we regularly host some pretty incredible conferences, events and weddings.Your commute: based just 3 miles from Windsor, minutes from J13 of the M25 and 15 minutes from Heathrow; Egham station is also 3 miles away with fast connections to London Waterloo and Reading.At De Vere, we warmly welcome everyone and foster a sense of belonging, where each person is valued and appreciated. Join our team and become part of a passionate group of individuals who genuinely care about the experiences we create for our guests and colleagues.Executive Head HousekeeperAre you passionate about maintaining impeccable standards of cleanliness? Do you have a keen eye for detail and the ability to lead a diverse team?We are recruiting for an Executive Head Housekeeper to join our team at De Vere Beaumont Estate a 429 bedroom hotel, located in Old Windsor.As the Executive Head Housekeeper you will be responsible for setting, monitoring and maintaining the highest level of housekeeping and guest service standards. Your attention to detail will ensure that our guests enjoy meticulously clean rooms and memorable moments throughout their stay. You will monitor and control equipment and linen to ensure suitable stocks are maintained and costs are controlled.With two Assistant Managers, eight Supervisors and a large team of Housekeeping Assistants, Linen Porters and Public Area cleaners. you will lead by example, fostering a culture of warmth where colleagues feel appreciated. By building genuine relationships with your team, you will create a sense of belonging, empowering them to take pride in their work.In addition you will act at Duty Manager as and when required.Your skills and experience:
  • You have previous experience, ideally in a similar property and role
  • You have strong communication skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team of colleagues to deliver a consistent level of service
  • You are well organised with good time management skills, prioritising tasks, managing work schedules and rotas to meet operational demands
  • You are IT literate – previous experience of using Opera or Fourth hospitality would be advantageous although not essential
Benefits:The Pay & Benefits:At De Vere we pay attention to the thoughtful details that inspire the loyalty of our permanent colleagues. That’s why we are proud to offer the following benefits for the role of Executive Head Housekeeper.
  • A competitive salary plus management bonus incentive scheme
  • Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities
  • Stay in shape with complimentary use of the Leisure Club facilities saving you money on costly gym memberships
  • We believe in celebrating your special moments too, which is why we offer an extra paid day off for your birthday, along with a £20 love to shop voucher.
  • Varied shift patterns and contracts available to suit your lifestyle, we are 24/7 operation, meaning shift patterns to suit everyone
  • As a token of our gratitude for your loyalty, we'll treat you to an annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice, plus additional monetary rewards for reaching long service milestones
  • Discover exclusive perks with our £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, accompanied by a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage.
  • 31 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days)
  • Venue closure over the Christmas period allowing you time off to enjoy the festive season
  • Explore our Exclusively Yours Benefits portal, unlocking hundreds of discounts on retail, travel, and leisure activities.
  • We are committed to your growth and offer excellent career progression opportunities, including access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.
  • Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Programme, Hospitality Action, providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support, including free counselling.
  • Experience the flexibility and convenience of Wagestream, our financial wellbeing platform, granting you instant access to your pay when you need it.
  • We value your hard work and recognise your achievements through our monthly colleague recognition programme, You Are De Vere, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event.
  • Join a supportive team that knows how to have fun with regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.
  • Gain peace of mind with our Company Life Assurance scheme, ensuring financial security for your loved ones.

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