Housekeeper Supervisor

Montcalm East

United by timeless style and peerless service, Montcalm Collection is London's compendium of luxury hotels. Housed in elegant Georgian townhouses, an 18th-century brewery, heritage headquarters and a diamond-shaped skyscraper, each hotel reveals a different chapter in the city's story. The hotels in the collection include a storied city-slicker, housed in the former headquarters of the Royal Mail: Montcalm Royal London House. A property with a bold new perspective at Montcalm East, part of Marriott's Autograph Collection. And a duo of mindful hotels which set a slower pace: Inhabit, Southwick Street and Inhabit, Queen's Gardens, both part of Design Hotels.

Montcalm East, an Autograph Collection Hotel, with pioneering architecture and a bold approach to life, the hotel reflects the creative spirit of its Shoreditch setting. With a prime position on City Road in East London, where arty Shoreditch meets progressive Silicon Roundabout. Old Street Tube station is just a few steps away.

Overview

The Housekeeping Supervisor supports the Executive Housekeeper in leading the housekeeping team to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, presentation, and service across guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces.

This role involves supervising daily operations, allocating tasks, conducting inspections, and ensuring staff are motivated, well-trained, and supported to deliver a luxury experience. With a keen eye for detail and a hands-on leadership style, the Housekeeping Supervisor plays a vital role in creating an exceptional guest journey and upholding the reputation of Montcalm Collection Hotels.

KEY RESPONSIBILIES

• Supervise daily housekeeping operations, ensuring all areas are cleaned to five-star standards.
• Conduct daily room, corridor, and public area inspections, addressing any deficiencies.
• Allocate tasks and monitor workload to ensure efficient use of staff resources.
• Ensure departure rooms are prioritised to support smooth guest check-ins.
• Oversee staff grooming, presentation, and compliance with professional standards.
• Support the training, development, and performance evaluation of team members.
• Handle guest requests and complaints promptly and professionally.
• Collaborate with Front Office regarding room moves, early arrivals, and special requests.
• Monitor supply levels of linens, amenities, and cleaning products; assist with ordering and stock control.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and use of cleaning equipment and chemicals.
• Maintain accurate records of room status, lost & found items, and housekeeping activities.
• Support onboarding of new colleagues and delivery of safety and operational training.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in a housekeeping supervisory role, ideally within a luxury hotel.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a diverse team.
• Knowledge of housekeeping systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• High attention to detail and commitment to maintaining luxury standards.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical requirements: prolonged standing/walking, manual handling, and lifting to 25 lbs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• A supportive, empowering team environment.
• Benefits platform with various discounts.
• 28 holidays including eight bank holidays, with more holidays after two-year service.
• Cash-back health benefits, including optical, dental, chiropractor and physio services.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Access to Wellbeing platform and sessions, including EAP.
• Awards and Recognition Programme.
• Annual parties.

• Regular and ongoing training and development, including leadership workshops.

• Enjoy a paid day off to celebrate your birthday – because your special day matters

Eligibility

Candidates must be authorised to live and work in the UK. Currently, visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Montcalm Collection, diversity and inclusion aren't just buzzwords. We genuinely value the unique perspectives everyone brings, regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, disability, or background. Our culture thrives on mutual respect, and we provide a workplace free from discrimination and prejudice.

Should this role resonate with your aspirations, please apply. If not shortlisted, we encourage you to explore other opportunities with us, either now or in the future.

Note: If you do not hear from us within 14 days, kindly consider your application as not shortlisted for this role.

Please note that we do not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies or headhunters. Any CVs submitted for these roles without prior agreement per role in writing from our Head of Human Resources, will be considered the property of the company and will not be subject to agency fees.

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