Job Description
Fantastic opportunity for a suitable qualified Housekeeping Manager to join an award-winning property. Previous Housekeeping Management experience required. Strong leadership qualities, excellent attention to detail and a passion for the delivery of exceptional standards will mark out the successful candidate. The 4-star Whitford House Hotel is seeking an experienced and motivated Executive Housekeeping Manager to join their team. The Executive Housekeeper will primarily be responsible for managing and developing a dedicated team and maintaining excellent housekeeping standards around the hotels bedrooms and public areas. To be successful in this role the ideal candidate will enjoy the prospect of working in a fast-paced, busy working environment and, ideally, have experience in a 4* or 5* luxury property. DUTIES The Candidate: Must have previous Accommodation Manager or Housekeeping Manager experience in a large 4* or 5* Luxury Hotel People management and communication skills - the ability to lead and motivate An eye for detail & high Standards Good financial awareness with the ability to manage costs - reviewing and controlling the weekly payroll and expenditure for the Accommodation Department in line with budget. Making sure all relevant training is carried out along as well as any other necessary statutory requirements. Continually developing new knowledge and skills to ensure best practice service delivery. Ensuring that the required staffing levels of the department are always met. Adhere to all hotel and company policies and procedures. Conducting daily inspections to include checking of all public areas and bedrooms to ensure adherence to the level of cleanliness expected in a 4 Star Property. They need to communicate anticipated business demands daily with each employee and ensure staffs knowledge of hotel services, features, and amenities. Assisting the Housekeeping staff whenever necessary in performing all duties as well as accommodating all guest requests in an efficient manner. Ensuring that all pertinent information is documented in the logbook daily. Reporting all maintenance issues promptly to the maintenance department as well as following up to ensure they are rectified to the appropriate standard. The ability to prioritize & multi-task while managing the daily activities of the housekeeping department, this includes appropriate cleaning of all bedrooms and all public areas. Purchase, re-order and maintain housekeeping supplies and inventory. License/Certification: Irish Work Visa or Right to Work in Ireland (required) Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: On-site parking Leisure Club Membership Schedule: Day shift Weekend availability Work Location: In person Skills: Accommodation Management Accommodation services Management