At a Glance
- Tasks: Keep our stunning estate clean and welcoming for visitors and guests.
- Company: Join a creative and historic destination in the South Downs National Park.
- Benefits: Earn £12.77 per hour plus holiday pay with flexible hours.
- Other info: No experience needed; training provided in a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Why this job: Be part of a supportive team while making a real difference in a beautiful setting.
- Qualifications: Attention to detail, reliability, and a positive attitude are key.
The predicted salary is between 12.77 - 12.77 £ per hour.
Location: West Dean, Sussex (PO18 0QZ)
Contract: Casual
Hours: As and when required, including weekends and bank holidays
Salary: £12.77 per hour, plus 12.07% holiday pay
Join the Housekeeping Team at West Dean, set within the stunning South Downs National Park. We are looking for reliable and enthusiastic Casual Housekeepers & General Cleaners to help maintain the high standards of cleanliness and presentation across our historic estate.
About the role:
As a Casual Housekeeper & General Cleaner, you'll play an important role in creating a clean, safe and welcoming environment for our students, visitors and guests. Working across the estate, you'll carry out a variety of housekeeping and cleaning duties in guest accommodation, offices, communal areas and historic buildings, helping to ensure every area is maintained to an exceptional standard. This is a varied, hands-on role that requires flexibility, attention to detail and pride in delivering excellent customer service.
What you'll be doing:
- Cleaning guest bedrooms, bathrooms, offices and communal areas
- Making beds and replenishing towels, linen and guest supplies
- Vacuuming, dusting, mopping and polishing a variety of surfaces
- Cleaning internal and external areas, including courtyards and public spaces
- Maintaining the cleanliness of our historic State Rooms in accordance with conservation standards
- Restocking cleaning cupboards and supplies
- Reporting maintenance issues and damaged equipment
- Using cleaning products and equipment safely and in line with Health & Safety procedures
- Working independently and as part of a supportive housekeeping team
- Helping to maintain a welcoming environment for all visitors and guests
About you:
We're looking for someone who:
- Has excellent attention to detail and takes pride in their work
- Enjoys working as part of a team as well as independently
- Has a positive, reliable and flexible approach
- Delivers excellent customer service
- Can manage a varied workload and follow established procedures
- Is physically able to undertake a role involving standing, walking and some lifting
Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience is desirable, as is knowledge of Health & Safety and COSHH, although training will be provided where appropriate.
What we offer:
£12.77 per hour plus 12.07% holiday pay
Flexible casual working hours
West Dean is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
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