Job Title
Location : Head Office - Dee House, Ewloe
Job Type : Full Time - 37.5 hours per week, Permanent
Department : Health & Safety / Operations
Salary : Competitive and, dependent on experience
Darwin Escapes. Great People. Great Places.
At Darwin Escapes, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Across our holiday resorts, lodge retreats and support teams, our colleagues help create memorable experiences for our guests every day.
We’re proud to offer a friendly and supportive place to work, with opportunities to learn, develop and build a career with Darwin Escapes.
About the role
We’re looking for a friendly and reliable Housekeeper to help ensure our holiday accommodation is clean, comfortable and welcoming for every guest.
You’ll prepare accommodation for guest arrivals, maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation and work closely with the wider housekeeping team to ensure changeovers are completed efficiently.
This is a practical and active role suited to someone who takes pride in their work, has strong attention to detail and enjoys working as part of a team.
This is a part-time, fixed-term role working 6 hours per work, including bank holidays as required.
Role highlights
- Hands-on role preparing holiday accommodation for guests
- Opportunity to work as part of a friendly and supportive housekeeping team
- Varied and active working environment
- Full training provided
Key responsibilities
- Clean and prepare holiday accommodation to company standards
- Change bed linen and make beds ready for guest arrivals
- Clean kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms and living areas
- Vacuum, dust, mop and clean surfaces throughout accommodation
- Ensure accommodation is well presented and ready for check-in
- Follow cleaning checklists, procedures and company standards
- Report maintenance issues, damage or missing items promptly
- Maintain cleanliness in communal or guest areas where required
- Use cleaning products and equipment safely and appropriately
- Report hazards or health and safety concerns
- Work efficiently during busy changeover periods
- Work collaboratively with the wider housekeeping and resort teams
What we’re looking for
Essential
- A reliable and hardworking approach
- Strong attention to detail
- Pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness
- Ability to work efficiently and manage your time effectively
- Ability to safely carry out physical tasks including lifting, bending and standing for periods of time
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A positive and helpful approach
Desirable
- Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience
- Previous experience within holiday parks, hotels, hospitality or a similar environment
- Experience working to cleaning checklists or established standards
Why Join Darwin Escapes?
As part of the Darwin Escapes team, you’ll have access to a range of benefits, which may include:
- Heavily discounted holidays across Darwin Escapes resorts
- Discounts when dining or using spa facilities across our resorts
- Free use of many resort facilities
- MediCash Health Plan
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Training and development opportunities
- Access to employee benefits and discounts
- Discounted gym memberships
- Cycle to Work scheme
Benefits are subject to eligibility, terms and conditions.
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re looking for a great opportunity to join a friendly team and be part of the Darwin Escapes experience, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and join the Darwin Escapes team.
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