Head Housekeeper

37.5hrs per week over 4 days.

To ensure the highest standard of cleanliness and hygiene in all rooms and public areas. To ensure that the Laundry Service is of the highest standard and efficiency.
- To comply with company standards, policies and procedures
- To supervise, motivate and control Domestic and Laundry staff to achieve compliance with company standards policies and procedures
- To control the purchase, consumption and handling of all chemicals and products to ensure that financial budgets are attained and all Health and Safety matters are fully complied with
- To minimise the risk of accidents and waste by effective training and supervision
- To complete all necessary documentation and administration to ensure the smooth running of the department
- To check all relevant machinery and equipment to ensure it is in safe working order and to train all appropriate personnel in its correct use
- To supervise the Laundry area ensuring an efficient and effective smooth running system is set in place for handling of personal clothing and bed linen
- To secure Resident’s property and Company’s property and premises
- To maintain a 4 week rota for Domestic and Laundry staff.
- Protect all Resident’s from abuse and report any concerns as per company policies and procedures
- Clean as per cleaning schedule and ensure that the necessary documentation is completed as required
- Ensure all surfaces and floor coverings are kept clean and odour free
- Respect and follow Resident’s wishes with regards to positioning of personal possessions within their room ensuring that due regard to Health and Safety is given at all times

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £10.20 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Store discounts

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
Applicant must comply with Porthaven policy and testing regime.

Application question(s):

- Must have legal right and appropriate documents to work within the UK

**Experience**:

- housekeeping: 1 year (required)