Head Housekeeper
New Yesterday
COMO Hotels and Resorts are an award-winning, family-owned group of 18 hotels and resorts worldwide; each one different to the other but sharing the same heart: a deep commitment to holistic wellness, exceptional nutrition-rich cuisine, and inspiring destinations that honour the spirit of place.
COMO The Halkin is a 41 bedroom hotel conceived as a cocooning Home from Home on a quiet street in London Belgravia. The classic proportions, arched windows and Georgian brick exteriors matched with elegant interiors create a feel of a private home
Role Overview: The Head Housekeeper assists the Executive Housekeeper in managing the overall direction and operations of the Department. They shall be required to develop specific goals policies and strategies for the Housekeeping department which shall be implemented through correct planning, organizing and training, whilst also ensuring that high standards, quality and maximum profitability is aimed for at all times.
What you will do:
As Head Housekeeper you will work closely with the Executive Housekeeper to ensure the smooth running of the department.
Control labour costs; ensuring the labour requirements are appropriate to the levels of business, and rotas are planned with sufficient flexibility to cope with variations in demand.
Assist in control of Housekeeping operating stocks, and in the control of Hotel uniforms
Conduct trainings and ensure that hotel policies and procedures including health and safety requirements are adhered to.
Assist in recruitment for the housekeeping department
Hold daily briefings and regular meetings to communicate important information to the team
Make yourself available to the team when assistance is needed, and take necessary action when required
Who you are: Minimum of 1 years experience as a Housekeeping Supervisor in a 4/5 * property
Excellent spoken and written English
Polite, professional, friendly and confident in approach
IT literate, comfortable working with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook), Opera and Triton to name but a few
Ability to remain calm under pressure by being well organized, and able to juggle priorities comfortably.
What we will offer you:
Competitive salary of £36,696 + service charge
Employee rates for all COMO Hotels and Resorts properties worldwide
3 complimentary nights stay in any COMO Hotel or Resort Worldwide
Employee discounts on Nobu London
Career development opportunities
A lucrative bonus for introducing someone to any COMO property
An exciting calendar of wellness and engagement activities
Access to free financial advice and
Access to an Employee assistance programme; offering support and advice
Free meals on duty
Free Uniform & laundry service
28 paid holidays per year, increasing with service
NEST Auto- enrollment Pension
Company Sick Pay
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- Location:
- South West London
- Job Type:
- FullTime