We are currently recruiting an exciting new job opportunity within the South Division in Barchester Healthcare. The role of Divisional Head Housekeeper will be fundamental in supporting the Divisional Hospitality Manager, ensuring that the division meets its housekeeping and laundry standards and complies with all relevant legislation. You will support recruitment, training and work with Housekeeping Teams across the division to ensure all hospitality standards are met and that the hospitality service is commercially efficient.

Rewards and benefits package
Competitive Salary Package
Generous Car Allowance or Choice of Company Car
All mileage and expenses paid
25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days*
Up to 8% employers pension contribution
Access to a wide range of retail and leisure discounts at big brands and supermarkets
Free access to medical specialists, who are available for a second opinion if you need to make a decision with confidence
Confidential and free access to counselling and legal services

Role and responsibilities (Summarised):
Ensuring all regulations and legislation are followed by all housekeeping staff across your division
Supporting the delivery of all Operational Standards for housekeeping
Identifying and driving improvements in all aspects of housekeeping and laundry system
Support Divisional Hospitality Managers and Operations to implement and improve services
Supporting the building and development of highly skilled housekeeping teams

Required experience and qualifications:
Background in housekeeping and laundry management across an area, ideally including multiple sites.
Experience in a customer service environment
Experience of managing a team and ability to work in a team and own initiative
Knowledge of COSHH
A hospitality leader qualification (advantageous)
Knowledge of budgeting and control of purchasing
Awareness of health and safety legislation