Head Housekeeper

Head Housekeeper - Portsmouth (12 Month Fixed-Term Contract)\n\n£32,000 per annum\n\nDelivering Exceptional Housekeeping Standards\n\nA leading provider of outsourced housekeeping services to hotels across the UK is seeking an experienced Head Housekeeper to manage operations at a busy site in Portsmouth on a 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract. The successful candidate will take ownership of the housekeeping function, ensuring exceptional cleanliness, team performance, and compliance with operational standards.\n\nThis is an exciting opportunity to lead a motivated team, develop people, and contribute to a high-quality guest experience in a fast-paced, professional environment.\n\nRole Overview\n\nThe Head Housekeeper is responsible for the smooth and efficient running of the housekeeping department. This includes managing a team, ensuring quality and safety standards, delivering training, and achieving performance and budget targets.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nLead, manage, and inspire the housekeeping team to meet high service standards.\nBuild and maintain strong working relationships with hotel management and staff.\nConduct regular room and floor inspections to ensure consistent quality.\nMonitor site budgets and contribute to cost efficiency.\nReport weekly performance updates to the Operations Manager.\nOversee recruitment, training, and development of the on-site team.\nEnsure team members are trained, productive, and supported through coaching and mentoring.\nMaintain full compliance with health, safety, and company policies.\nPromote professionalism, reliability, and a positive team culture.\n\nCandidate Profile\n\nProven experience as a Head Housekeeper or similar supervisory role in hospitality.\nStrong leadership skills with a track record of developing and motivating teams.\nExcellent communication abilities, both written and verbal.\nConfident using IT systems for scheduling, reporting, and team management.\nSkilled in delivering training and maintaining health and safety standards.\nFlexible, proactive, and approachable, with a professional attitude and a sense of humour.\n\nSalary & Benefits\n\n£32,000 per annum.\n12 Month Fixed-Term Contract.\nPrivate medical insurance, including cover for pre-existing conditions.\nEarly wage access available.\n5.6 weeks' holiday (pro rata based on hours worked).\nComprehensive training and ongoing development.\nCareer progression opportunities.\nDiscounts with major retailers.\nAccess to confidential mental health and wellbeing support.\nWorkplace pension scheme (eligibility applies).\nLife insurance after qualifying period.\n\nApply Now\n\nThis is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled housekeeping professional to step into a leadership role on a 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract and drive standards at a well-established hospitality site in Portsmouth.