We are recruiting an experienced Housekeeping Manager to join a prestigious four-star hotel and spa resort in the beautiful Lake District.
This is an excellent opportunity for a strong hospitality professional with proven leadership experience, capable of managing a large housekeeping operation, maintaining exceptional standards and developing a motivated team.
 
Job Details

• Position: Housekeeping Manager
• Location: Windermere, Lake District
• Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Contract: Permanent, Full-time
• Working Hours: 40 hours per week
• Shifts: Predominantly day shifts, approximately 08:00-17:30
• Overtime: Paid at the equivalent hourly rate
• Start Date: Ideally by 10th December

About the Role
You will take responsibility for the day-to-day housekeeping operation within a busy, high-standard hotel and spa resort.
You will lead a team of approximately 40 colleagues, supported by a Deputy Housekeeping Manager, two Supervisors, a Head Linen Porter and six Senior Room Attendants.
The successful candidate will be a confident and hands-on leader who can maintain high standards, manage performance, support team development and ensure an excellent guest experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily housekeeping operation and ensure consistently high standards of cleanliness and presentation.
• Lead, manage and motivate a large housekeeping team.
• Hold team members accountable for performance and operational standards.
• Train, coach and develop colleagues, supporting their professional growth.
• Work closely with supervisors and senior team members to coordinate daily activities.
• Monitor room standards, cleanliness and overall presentation.
• Manage performance, recognition and reward within the team.
• Ensure operational procedures and health and safety standards are followed.
• Respond to operational challenges and maintain an efficient housekeeping service.

What We''re Looking For

• Proven experience in a Housekeeping Manager or similar senior housekeeping role.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Experience managing and developing larger teams.
• Confidence in holding colleagues accountable and managing performance.
• Experience delivering training, development, reward and recognition.
• Background in high-end luxury hotels or similarly fast-paced hospitality environments.
• Excellent communication skills and fluent English.
• A hands-on, organised and professional approach.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary of up to £38,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Share of tips, typically approximately £150-£190 per month.
• 50% discount on food and drink.
• 50% discount on spa facilities.
• 50% discount on watersports.
• Free use of the swimming pool, gym, sauna and steam room.
• Annual complimentary anniversary stay, including a three-hour thermal spa journey.
• Access to a benefits hub offering discounts and cashback with over 800 retailers.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• 90-day induction programme and ongoing training.
• Uniform provided.
• Workplace parking available.

Tips are shared among all team members, paid monthly through wages and subject to tax.

Accommodation
Live-in accommodation may be available for suitable applicants.

• Single room with shared bathroom and laundry facilities.
• Accommodation is less than 30 seconds from the workplace.
• Cost: £11.20 per day, including meals.
• A staff canteen provides three meals per day.
• There are no communal kitchen facilities for personal use. Colleagues may bring their own kettle, toaster, microwave and fridge for their room.
• Laundry facilities are available.

Apply now!
If you have strong housekeeping leadership experience and are ready to take on a senior role in a premium hospitality environment, we would love to hear from you.