Head Housekeeper

Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage the housekeeping staff to ensure cleanliness and orderliness of all residents rooms and communal areas
- Develop and implement cleaning schedules and procedures to maintain high standards of cleanliness
- Train new housekeeping staff on cleaning techniques, safety protocols, and customer service skills
- Conduct regular inspections of bedrooms and communal areas to ensure compliance with cleanliness standards
- Coordinate with other departments to fulfill residents requests and resolve any housekeeping-related issues
- Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring proper stock levels are maintained
- Collaborate with the maintenance team to address any repairs or maintenance needs in residents rooms or communal areas

- Knowledge in Health and Safety legislation, COSSH requirements

Skills:
- Strong knowledge of Care home housekeeping operations and procedures
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high cleanliness standards
- Ability to effectively communicate with staff, residents, and other departments
- Problem-solving skills to address any issues or challenges that may arise
- Ability to work well under pressure in a care home

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.

Application deadline: 25/02/2024
Reference ID: HHK

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £13.59 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Application question(s):

• Will you now or in future require Visa sponsorship?

Experience:

• Head Housekeeping: 1 year (required)
• housekeeping: 2 years (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: HHK