Deputy Head Housekeeper in Wotton-under-Edge

Are you an experienced Housekeeping Supervisor looking for your next opportunity? Do you have a great eye for detail and enjoy supporting and developing a team? We’re looking for a Deputy Head Housekeeper to join the team at De Vere Tortworth Court, a 201 bedroom hotel located in Wotton Under Edge. This is a full-time position working 5 days per week starting between 7am - 10am to include weekends on a rota basis.

As our Deputy Head Housekeeper you’ll work closely with the Head Housekeeper to support the day-to-day running of the Housekeeping department, helping to ensure our bedrooms and public areas are beautifully presented and consistently meet our high standards. You’ll lead by example, supporting and guiding the team while helping to organise daily allocations, rotas, stock and linen. By building genuine relationships with your colleagues, you’ll help create a warm environment where everyone feels appreciated and takes pride in their work. In the absence of the Head Housekeeper, you’ll take responsibility for the department, ensuring the team is supported and our housekeeping and guest service standards are maintained.

You’ll have previous experience in a Housekeeping Supervisor, Deputy Head Housekeeper or similar role within a hotel environment. You’ll have a great eye for detail, helping to ensure high standards of cleanliness and presentation are maintained throughout the hotel. You’ll be a confident and supportive team leader, with strong communication skills and the ability to bring out the best in your colleagues. You’ll be well organised, with good time management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks around the changing needs of the hotel. You’ll be comfortable supporting with rotas, stock management and day-to-day administration, and confident taking responsibility for the department when the Head Housekeeper is away.

The Pay & Benefits:

• £29870 per year plus a share of the Hotel Service Charge to help boost your earnings and reward you for the service you deliver.
• Free meals on duty in our colleague dining facilities.
• Complimentary use of the Leisure Club facilities.
• An extra paid day off for your birthday, along with a £20 love to shop voucher.
• An annual complimentary 2-night stay with dinner in a De Vere property of your choice.
• £50 colleague rates for overnight stays at De Vere properties, with a fantastic 50% discount on Food & Beverage.
• 31 days holiday each year (increasing annually up to 33 days).
• Access to our Apprenticeship programmes and study support.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing 24/7 health and wellbeing support.
• Stream, our financial wellbeing platform, granting you instant access to your pay when you need it.
• Monthly colleague recognition programme, culminating in an exciting annual colleague recognition event.
• Regular team appreciation events, including memorable Christmas and Summer parties.
• Company Life Assurance scheme.

De Vere Tortworth Court is a hotel that definitely has the WOW factor: a magnificent Grade II listed mansion house in South Gloucestershire, complete with sweeping drive entrance, Victorian arboretum and 30 acres of grounds making it a truly unique place to work. There are 201 bedrooms and suites, 14 meeting and event spaces including the Atrium, 2 Restaurants and bars and a Leisure Club & Spa offering treatments. Your commute: we're just a short way from J14 of the M5 and 20 mins from Bristol Parkway station, and commutable by car from Bristol, Cheltenham, Cirencester, Stroud and the southern Cotswolds.

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.