Job reference: REQ00000017466
Date posted: 28/10/2024
Application closing date: Blank
Location: Keswick
Salary: £24,790
Contractual hours: 0
Basis: Part time
Job description:
Casual Housekeeping Assistant
Salary: £24,790
Hours: 0
Location: Keswick
Contract: Permanent
Vacancies: 2
About this opportunity
We have the opportunity in our outdoor education centre for 2 Casual Housekeeping Assistants to join our team. The successful candidates will be passionate about ensuring each person who stays with us has their dietary and comfort needs taken care of.
As Casual Housekeeping Assistants, you will be involved in the preparation and serving of meals, including breakfast, lunch, and evening meals. You will also be involved in housekeeping and cleaning around the centres as required. Times of work are organised in line with group requirements e.g. you may work a breakfast and lunch shift, or come in to do an afternoon and early evening shift to assist with evening meals. Please note we operate over weekends and bank holidays.
You will be required to maintain the highest standards, completing paperwork, and ensuring adherence to Environmental Health & CC procedures.
The ideal candidate will be motivated, positive, and methodical. We have a small housekeeping team, but the role involves interaction with the wider team and the guests, children, and adults, so the right person will have excellent customer service skills and be able to communicate well.
Joining our team is a great opportunity for people looking for a rewarding and challenging role as part of a motivated and friendly team. It’s also perfect for those looking to work in hospitality.
What we offer
* Competitive rates of pay and annual pay increase*
* 25-31 days holiday each year plus bank holiday allowance plus option to purchase up to 2 weeks additional leave and spread the cost over 12 months
* Learning and development opportunities including development time each week (where applicable)
* Flexible working arrangements including the ability to work from home supporting a culture that fits around you (subject to role)
* Opportunity to join the generous Local Government Pension Scheme with defined benefit plans securing your future
* Boost your pension with Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (facilitated by AVC Wise)
* Money off your local gym including Better, Newfield Health, The Gym Group and Lifestyle Fitness
* In house staff support networks
* 20% off a Vodafone mobile phone contract for you and up to 5 family and friends
* Various discount schemes including RAC roadside recovery discount and money off local supportive businesses
* Employee assistance programme and access to in-house Occupational Health service including physio treatment and access to external counselling service
* Tusker car leasing salary sacrifice scheme as well as an esteem car loan scheme for essential car users
* Spec Savers eyecare voucher
*In accordance with the National Joint Council for Local Government Services
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 28/02/2025
Please upload a copy of your CV with your application
Our interview process can accommodate both in-person and virtual formats, with tailored options discussed upon invitation to the interview stage.
DBS
Conducting Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks is integral to our commitment to creating a safe and secure environment for our staff and the communities we serve.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check with a Children's Barred List Check
Work-Life balance
Cumberland Council is deeply invested in fostering a work culture that prioritises the well-being and balance of our team members.
Continuing Professional Development
We are committed to nurturing the ongoing growth and professional advancement of our valued team members.
Keeping the people we work with safe
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk.
We welcome applications from everyone
At Cumberland Council, we are dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce.
As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we ensure that applicants with disabilities, meeting the essential criteria for this position, are guaranteed an interview.
Reasonable Adjustments
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know.
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