JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:SeasonalHousekeeper/ Full Time(Fixed Term Contract 2018)

LOCATION:Blair Castle Caravan Park

EQUALITY IN THE WORKPLACE:

BlairCastleCaravanPark is an equal opportunities employer which is neutral to age, gender,race, disability, sexual orientation and religion or belief.

RESPONSIBLE TO:Directly to Housekeeping Supervisor

MAIN PURPOSE:To assist with housekeeping and cleaning duties in all areas of Blair Castle Caravan Park. As frequent contact with our visitors is part of the daily routine, a smart appearance and a high standard of customer care are expected.

MAIN DUTIES:

  1. To assist with general housekeeping duties, including vacuuming and cleaning of Park accommodation, such as Woodland Lodges, Static Caravans and Pods.
  2. Cleaning of public areas and Shower Blocks across the Park, including evening shifts.
  3. Cleaning of Reception area, Offices, Games room, Staff room and toilets.
  4. To assist with deep cleaning duties as required.
  5. To assist with laundry and other related duties as required.
  6. To maintain high cleaning standards across the Park as required and directed by the Housekeeping Supervisor, and management spot checks.
  7. Follow procedures for reporting any maintenance issues.
  8. Comply withhealth and safety directives and organisational policy, including fire drills.
  9. Comply with organisational policy for green tourism and recycling.
  10. Provide assistance and support to other teams across the Caravan Park and Atholl Estates as required.
  11. Attend team meetings and training sessions as required.
  12. Safe handling and transportation of cleaning chemicals.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Term of Appointment:This is a seasonal position during the main open season. (The Park is open from 1st March to 20th November). Dates for this position will be specified at the time of offer.

Hours:The CaravanPark is open seven days a week. Staff work on rotas arranged throughout the week and weekend. Flexibility is required to meet the changing demands of the season.Cleaning staff shifts are usually arranged between the hours of 8am to 8pm.

Breaks:Usually 60 Minutes for lunch unpaid, plus one other 15 minute paid break, depending on length of shift.

Pay Rates:Age:16-17=£5.85 per hour

18-20=£6.80 per hour

21-24=£7.12 per hour

25+ =£7.50 per hour

Accommodation:Shared accommodation may be provided if required.

Uniform:Uniform is provided: Uniforms remain the property of Blair Castle Caravan Park and must be returned in a clean state when employment terminates. A clean, smart appearance is essential at all times.

Gratuities:Any gratuities received must be handed in to the Reception Desk. The total amount is shared at the end of the season on a pro-rata basis.

Holidays:Paid holidays are granted pro rata on the full time equivalent basis of 28 days per year (including public/bank holidays). Usually up to 5 days may be taken when due during the season with at least one month’s notice and the prior approval of the Housekeeping Supervisor. No holidays will be granted at our peak times of July and August. The balance is granted as paid time after the Park closes for the winter or when employment terminates if sooner.