Guest Service Assistant - Housekeeping

Housekeeping - Mercure Dumfries Cargenholm House Hotel

Contract: Part time
Salary: 12.21

Mercure Dumfries Cargenholm House Hotel’s striking design is inspired by former resident who was a British Naval Officer renowned for making many important discoveries during his Antarctic voyage. Contemporary design elements throughout the property are inspired by this expedition in a way that evokes curiosity among guests to learn more about the fascinating history behind the building.

Job Description

We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our team as a Guest Service Assistant, helping to deliver excellent service across all areas of the hotel, which currently operates under a government contract.

What We Offer

Splendid Hospitality Group is proud to provide our family with a variety of benefits to enhance and drive engagement. We believe in consistent and tangible reward and recognition initiatives, and we put health and wellbeing firmly at the heart of our employer brand. Joining Splendid Hospitality Group is not just a career, but a deeply rewarding journey with limitless opportunities to develop and grow.

We offer:
• Heavily discounted hotel stays and food & beverage discounts at Accor Hotels and Resorts Worldwide
• Wage stream – Stream up to 50% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial well-being
• Splendid Family discounts across our group - on accommodation, food and drink
• Automatic Enrolment into a workplace pension scheme
• Apprenticeship programmes available
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family. Giving you access to counselling services, physical wellbeing & financial aid

About Us

Mercure Dumfries Cargenholm House Hotel is the newest addition to Splendid Hospitality Group's portfolio, which opened in January 2023. Situated in the serene countryside, Mercure Dumfries Hotel sits 2.5 miles away from the historic market town of Dumfries.

Role in our Family

Though this role is based mainly in the Housekeeping Department, as Guest Service Assistant your responsibilities include:

• To ensure all rooms are turned around in an efficient manner
• All rooms must be cleaned, sanitised and prepared in accordance to SHG and Brand guidelines.
• Support your line manager in ordering and maintaining linen stock.
• To provide an efficient and friendly service to residents at all times.
• To maintain the reception, food and beverage outlets, public areas, stores, back office and staff areas in a clean and tidy condition.
• Deal with any residents queries/complaints in a polite and friendly manner.
• All complaints, comments, special requests and other business to be recorded in the daily handover log.
• To clearly communicate with other departments to ensure minimal impact on guest service.
• At times you may be asked to help in other departments as and where the business requires support.

What Happens Next

Does the Housekeeping role suit your skillset? Apply now, this takes second, you’ll just need to provide some contact details along with a CV. Next, we’ll review your details, and if successful we’ll invite you to meet one of the team to learn more about you, your experience and let us tell you more about the Splendid Hospitality Group.