JOB DESCRIPTION
HOUSEKEEPER
Responsible to: Director of Operations / House Managers
Job purpose: To maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene at South Hill Park as directed by the Duty House Manager and Director of Operations
SOUTH HILL PARK
BERKSHIRE’S CENTRE FOR THE ARTS, BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY
Located in a beautiful eighteenth century Mansion house and grounds, South Hill Park is a unique and highly regarded arts centre and theatre, providing a rich mix of arts performances and activities. The venue is also the new official home for Bracknell Forest wedding ceremonies and offers a variety of opportunities for corporate or private events and hospitality such as wedding receptions, parties and conferencing. South Hill Park works in partnership with contract caterer Peas & Carrots Ltd to provide a quality in-house service. In 2019, the Mansion opened its newest function room, the Coach House a purpose built events space for all occasions.
South Hill Park is a creative and vibrant place to visit and work. The staff, Board of Trustees and visitors are fiercely proud of the work and activity that takes place in the Arts Centre and passionate about the role it plays within our community – together we inspire and enrich lives through the creative arts.
JOB DESCRIPTION – GENERAL
The team consists of: Director of Operations; Operations Manager; Maintenance Co-ordinator; Cleaners and the Front of House Volunteers. The operations team is responsible for the day to day running of the facilities at South Hill Park, including; venue/room set up; health and safety; security; performance duty management; buildings maintenance; cleaning and the customer experience.
As part of the cleaning team you will be responsible for upholding the high standards that South Hill Park offers to all its visitors. This historic building plays host to over 300,000 visitors a year and keeping the building fully operational and presentable is very important to us.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Clean and replenish supplies in designated facility areas
- Perform various cleaning actions such as dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning ceiling vents, restroom cleaning etc
- Complete daily cleaning records
- Notify management in case there is a need for repair and interventions
- Stock and maintain supply rooms
- Cooperate with the rest of the staff
- Follow all health and safety regulations and COSHH
General
- Follow and adhere to all health and safety procedures and policy.
Relationships
Maintain good professional relationships with:
- Staff, Artists in Residence, tutors, students, volunteers and members of the Board of South Hill Park;
- All other individuals and organisations with whom South Hill Park seeks to work.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education
- Secondary School or equivalent
Skills & Knowledge
- Ability to handle equipment and machinery
- Knowledge of various cleaning chemicals and supplies
- Good knowledge of Material Safety data sheets
- Proven working experience as a cleaner
Personal Qualities
- Pride in work
- Reliable
- Attention to detail
- Team player – works well with others
- Calm under pressure
- A good communicator
- Willingness to ‘muck in’
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £12.21 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bracknell RG12 7PA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- The hours for this job are 6am-8am each Saturday and Sunday. Please indicate that you are able and willing to work these hours.
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 15/07/2024
Reference ID: Weekend Cleaner - Aug 25