Lead Housekeeper
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Job Summary
Take the lead in our housekeeping team and make a real difference. Youll help us create memorable experiences for our visitors while supporting our mission to inspire everyone to care for the environment.
- Permanent full-time contract average 37.5 hours per week
- Starting salary circa 27350 per annum
- Excellentbenefitsincluding life assurance (5x salary) healthand wellbeing support app28 days holiday plus bank holidays and extra loyalty days (full list below)
- Beautiful location enjoy breaks surrounded by nature
- Accommodation available relocate to Cumbria and make the most of your days off exploring the Lake District
Love where you work!
Established in 1943 our network of Learning Locations provides day and residential outdoor education courses for all ages. We aim to create outstanding opportunities for everyone to learn about nature.
We value each of our team members and understand that every role is vital to deliver our mission so we provide great benefits* to reward and support you while you work with us.
What youll be doing
As Lead Housekeeper youll oversee the housekeeping function ensuring our learning location is always clean welcoming and ready for guests. Youll manage motivate and support your team taking an active role in recruiting training and developing staff.
Your office duties will include preparing staff rotas planning deep-cleaning activities and organising guest room changes. Youll also work alongside your team during changeovers and general housekeeping leading by example.
Flexibility is key in our positive work environment where everyone helps each other to deliver an excellent guest experience.
Please refer to the vacancy pack for further details on the full responsibilities of this role.
Where youll be based
Blencathra sits in the heart of the Lake District surrounded by fells forests and sparkling lakes. Imagine starting your day with breathtaking views fresh mountain air and endless opportunities for adventure from hillwalking and mountain biking to wildlife spotting and watersports.
Working at Blencathra isnt just a job its a chance to lead a dedicated housekeeping team while enjoying life in one of Englands most beautiful national landscapes.
Who were looking for
Ideally you willhavea hospitalitybackground andalready have some management or supervisor addition you will have:
- A great work ethic where aptitude and attitude are key
- A natural pride in the work you produce
- A flexible and adaptive approach able to perform using your own initiative both independently and as a team player
- A professional manner in all that you do
- An empathy with the aims and objectives of Field Studies Council
- A committed and proactive approach to personal development; motivated to learn new skills and overcome new challenges
* Your benefits whilst working with us will include:
- Competitive salary
- 28 days annual holiday entitlement plus bank holidays
- Extraloyalty days dependent on length of service
- Healthand Wellbeing Support App
- 24hr Counselling Helpline Service
- Cycle to work and EV schemes
- Discounts and cashback opportunities
- Flexible working options where roles permit
- Quality learning and development opportunities
Ready to apply
If this sounds like the opportunityyouvebeen looking forwedlove to hear from you!
Applications will be considered on arrival
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early ifwerein receipt of sufficient applications. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
Interviews are scheduled to take place online or at Field Studies Council Blencathra
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email.
If youdontmeet every requirement listed in the person specification we would still encourage you to apply and tell us about the unique skills and experiences you can bring to the role. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and we expect all team members to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will only be confirmed following the successful completion of rigorous pre-employment checks includingappropriateDisclosureand Barring Service (DBS)checks
The Company
We want to create a world whereeveryone feels connected to the environmentso they can enjoy the benefits it gives and make choices that help protect it.
As an Investors in People charity we realise that to achieveour visionwe need diverse teams of staff who have a wide range of skills a real passion for the work of the charity and pride in their role within it. No matter what role you perform at the FSC everyone can make a difference and every role is vital to delivering our mission and visionif this inspires you we would love to hear from you.
What we offer
Working at FSC gallery
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Key Skills
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Hotel Experience
- Taleo
- Hospitality Experience
- Environmental Services
- Laundry
- Residential Cleaning
- Cleaning Experience
- Sanitation
- Custodial Experience
- Commercial Cleaning
About Company
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