Deputy Head Housekeeper/Manager

The Mount Charles Group Ireland is one of Irelands leading support services contractors.

We are currently looking to recruit a strong, experienced, and dynamic Deputy Manager to oversee the running of this prestigious high-volume site. This role will support the Head Housekeeper manager and deputise in their absence. This site demands a Deputy Manager with the right attitude, determination, and experience to deal with a site of this magnitude.

Working Pattern:

• 35 hours per week
• 5 days over 7 days

Rewards:

• 30 days' Paid Holidays (pro-rata)
• Access to wellness programs to promote mental health and wellbeing 
• Employee Assistance Program to guide and support our employees
• Staff Discount Portals
• Training and Development
• Employee Referral Scheme

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The Role: (Job spec attached)

• As the Deputy Manager, you will be fully accountable for all aspects of the operation including the management of a large team as well as all daily audits and work force operations.
• The role requires a high level of interaction and communication with the clients including attending regular meetings so exceptional communication skills are essential.
• The quality of work is extremely high as are the client expectations, so a strong knowledge and background is required and will need to demonstrate at interview level.
• You will be responsible for the full cleaning and portering service of this new and prestigious Hostel. With you, and reporting into the head housekeeper, will be 4 supervisors and a team of 14 cleaning colleagues and several night and day janitors.

The Person:

• Have a minimum of 3-  5 years’ experience as a Housekeeper  with a strong and progressive career background within the industry
• Have proven experience of working within multi-site operations
• Be an extremely strong manager with the proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a large team
• Have experience of 24 hour,  high volume cleaning and housekeeping.
• Be confident in liaising with clients as well as leading meetings
• Have a hands-on approach in all areas of Housekeeping and cleaning
• Be up to date with the latest industry machinery and concepts and be able to demonstrate this knowledge at interview level
• Good level and knowledge of accommodation standards and auditing
• Be genuinely passionate about their field
• Be able to think logistically and work under pressure whilst always remaining calm and professional

GREAT PEOPLE – GREAT SERVICE – GREAT FUTURE 

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