Housekeeper - 0370

Job Description

Job Role:Housekeeper(Ref 0370)Location:Gravesend, KentSalary:£14,820 per annum plus benefitsJob Sector:Retirement - Assisted LivingHours: 30 hours per week as follows:Week 1 and 2: Mon to Fri 8.30 to 14.30Week 3: Mon to Thurs 8.30 to 14.30 and Sat 8.30 to 14:30Week 4: Sun 8.30 to 14.30 and Tues to Fri 8.30 to 14.30As Housekeeper, you will contribute to our vision of being theUKs favouriteproperty managerby:

• Providing an efficient, housekeeping service to our customers within their individual homes and to the communal areas of the development

The Housekeeper reports to the Head Housekeeper and the Estate Manager.Main Responsibilities

• Vacuum, dust and spot clean all common areas, hallways and patios, paying special attention to the main entry area. Specific items to check are carpets, plants, pictures, railings, windows and light fixtures.
• Servicing of customers apartments, which includes, general household cleaning duties, the changing of bed and bath linens and the removal of sealed rubbish bags if requested.
• Deep clean communal areas and apartments as needed.
• Follow sanitation and safety procedures.
• Complete any other tasks as required by our customers following appropriate training guidelines.

About YouYou will currently be working within or have experience of housekeeping within a team environment and have a passion for providing an exceptional level of customer service at all times.To approach tasks you are able to be organised and prioritise so you can meet time deadlines on an on-going basis. With this you are also punctual, reliable and have excellent attention to detail.You have experience of emergency situations and always remain calm to take the necessary actions with a high standard of professionalism.Your ideal role will be a varied one, where youre not stuck behind a desk all day; You enjoy working with people and helping to make a difference to enhance their lifestyle on a day to day basis.About UsFirstPortis the UKs leading residential property service provider, caring for 290,000homes in England, Wales and Scotland, across 5,000developments. With over four decades of experience and 4,000 employees, FirstPort works with developers, investors,freeholders and over 1,000 Resident Management Companies.Our ValuesFriendly We look out for peoples best interests, and show them we care by dealing with them in a warm and friendly manner.Inventive Were creative and resourceful. We strive to improve what we do and how we do it, so we can provide the best ideas and solutions to look after people, their homes and communities.Respectful We listen, consult and take on-board peoples opinions and needs. We understand the importance of the home and community in peoples lives, and act with respect at all times.Skilled Weve the qualifications, experience and take great pride in our work to consistently deliver the highest standards and value for money. Were informed, and were always building on that knowledge to constantly improve our qualityof service.Trustworthy Were always professional, reliable, open and honest. People can depend on us to keep our promises and follow through on our commitments.The BenefitsOur customers deserve the best and the same applies to our people. Well support you with all of the technology, training and support that you need to do your job well. We offer competitive salaries and a range of benefit packages. In addition to the corebenefits, we also offer a range of exclusive discounts on extra benefits to help you and your family make the most of your money, safeguard your future and look after your health.DiversityWere committed to promoting diversity at FirstPort and recruit on merit. We will consider applications from job share applicants.Ready to ApplyClick the below apply button to start your application for this role. We will ask you to upload your CV and answer a few questions. You may also be asked to complete verbal and numerical reasoning tests online.If you meet the criteria for the role well be in touch to arrange a short telephone interview and our shortlist of candidates will be invited to attend interviews with the hiring manager and up to three other key stakeholders.