Seasonal Housekeeping Team Member - YHA Grinton Lodge, Richmond
Client: YHA Grinton Lodge - Swaledale
Location: Richmond
Job Category: Retail
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 3bc51c5a01c2
Job Views: 4
Posted: 16.02.2025
Expiry Date: 02.04.2025
Job Description:
Seasonal Housekeeping Team Member
Flexible, fixed term 10 hour contract. Part time and 10-25 hours per week. We are looking to fill 2 positions, one working Sunday - Wednesday and another to work Wednesday to Saturday.
Salary: £11.44 per hour (This will rise to £12.21 in March in line with National Living Wage and applies to all, including those under the age of 21)
Are you looking for a fun and varied job in hospitality? YHA Grinton Lodge is situated on the southern slopes of Swaledale, surrounded by stunning scenery with exceptional views of the Yorkshire Dales. Originally built as a shooting lodge, YHA Grinton Lodge has been a hostel since 1947. The hostel offers the opportunity to walk some of the remote Dales moorland, cycle some of the toughest climbs in the Yorkshire Dales, or simply enjoy the peace and tranquility.
Why work for YHA?
Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive staff benefits that support your well-being and career growth:
* 10 nights free hostel stays per year for you and up to 3 friends or family
* Access to YHA’s staff discount and cash back portal
* Free YHA Membership each year
* Access to support via our Employee Assistance Program
What will you be doing as a Housekeeping Team Member?
* Cleaning and preparing bedrooms between guest departures and arrivals
* Maintaining the cleanliness of shower and toilet areas
* Keeping all areas of the hostel clean and tidy
* Efficiently undertaking housekeeping tasks, maintaining consistent cleanliness standards throughout the hostel
* Complying with YHA requirements for the use and storage of cleaning products
* Reporting any faults or damage to a member of the hostel management team
* Sorting and distributing used and unused linen
What Skills and Experience do you need to be a Housekeeping Team Member?
* Experience of working face to face with customers
* Experience of working in hospitality or customer service (desirable)
* Experience of working in a team
* Excellent timekeeping, with flexibility to cover different shifts
* Ability to manage varying pressures
* Basic IT skills (ideally Microsoft Office)
* Knowledge and understanding of the core purpose of YHA
It's important to note that the role can be physically demanding, as our beds are predominantly bunk bed style.
At YHA, we understand the richness of life experiences, and we place just as much importance on lived experiences as we do on skills and knowledge. We provide a robust induction, ongoing training, and opportunities for personal growth. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
How do you apply?
Submit your CV and complete the application form. If you need any assistance, please visit the contact page on the YHA Jobs website.
Once the hiring manager has reviewed your application we will contact shortlisted candidates. We aim to get in touch within a reasonable amount of time after the closing date.
PLEASE NOTE: All relevant checks are in place to ensure safeguarding and legal requirements of safer recruitment are adhered to. We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
YHA Job Title: Team Member
Keywords: Housekeeping Assistant, Housekeeper, Cleaner, Room Attendant
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