Housekeeping Team Leader

At Center Parcs all our accommodation has been designed and built to the highest standards, so we need a team to uphold these standards and exceed guest expectation.Our Housekeeping team is responsible for maintaining more than 700 units of accommodation; from apartments and penthouses to Lodges and Treehouses, and for looking after our public areas and office spaces, so no two days are the same.That's why it's the largest team on each Village.Join our Housekeeping team today and ensure families can enjoy quality time together in the comfort of their accommodation.HOUSEKEEPING TEAM LEADER - ACCOMMODATION | €***** per hourIn this role you will supervise the smooth and efficient running of the cleaning operation for accommodation units and a team of Housekeeping Assistants.You will provide training and development to all colleagues within the department to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene are achieved on a daily basis.As a Team Leader, you will assist with the organisation and allocation of duties, motivate and develop your team, monitor cleaning standards and ensure maximum security is maintained within the housekeeping department in relation to keys, stores, guests and company property at all times.Good verbal and written communication skills are required, along with an organised and methodical approach to work.The ideal candidate will be flexible and adaptable, have a motivational approach with their team and have previous supervisory experience.Please note that to apply for a role with us, you must be able to reliably commute to Center Parcs Longford Forest, as it is not easily accessible by public transport.If you plan to use public transport, please follow this link for a realistic overview of your commute: Plan Your JourneyHOURS OF WORKWe have the following contracts available on a flexible basis.This means that your hours and days of work could vary each week, but you will always receive at least your contracted hours each period.64 hours per 4-week period - Fully flexible over 7 days60 hours per 4-week period - Fixed term until 30th January ****Please state your desired contracted hours from the options above under the suitability section of your application form.As our village is open 365 days of the year, your working hours will include public / bank holidays and during Christmas and / or New Year on a rota basis with a premium rate of pay for hours worked on a Sunday.EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONSEssential requirements:Sociably confident with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to support, develop and lead a teamGood knowledge and exposure of using technology and hand-held devices, with a willingness to be trained on relevant apps and softwareHave a motivational approach to colleagues and workEmpathetic and supportive approach to leading a teamDesirable requirements:Experience of leading a team in a demanding service driven environmentPrevious experience in the cleaning and / or hospitality industryCustomer service experienceAbility to coach and encourage individuals to be accountable for their own performanceABOUT THE BENEFITSCenter Parcs is a fantastic place to work, and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique.Here are just a few:Colleague Bonus SchemePension Scheme with Life AssuranceColleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchersFree use of our leisure facilitiesDiscounted Center Parcs breaks20% discount in our restaurant and retail outletsAccess to Perks at Work Portal - offering a wide range of retail and leisure discountsAn Employee Assistance Program - providing support on financial, health and legal mattersExcellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualificationsIf this sounds like your ideal job, then we'd love to see your application.Interviews to be held: OngoingPlease note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received.Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.Follow us - Facebook | LinkedInWe recognise that we're all at our best when we're being ourselves.We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect.We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging.We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience.Please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.