Head housekeeper jobs in LondonCreate job alerts

As a graduate joining our Ultimate Leaders Programme at Dorchester Collection we can support your development to become a highly skilled supervisor and assistant managers, ensuring you have the talent to lead and motivate a team to deliver the ultimate guest experience.

Job Ref: 13136 Branch: Head Office - London Location: London - Head Office Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary plus excellent company benefits & perks. Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full Time Shift pattern: Monday to Friday - shift pattern 8:30am-5pm; 9am-5:30pm; Occasional evening/weekend work required Hours per week: 40 Posted date: 21/05/2026 Closing date: 04/07/2026 Why Join Apex Hotels? You will receive a warm welcome into the Apex family on joining us as a Groups,Conference,and Events Assitant Manager. We genuinely care about our guests and each other and we show this through our family values of Trust, Passion, Friendliness and Teamwork. It is these values that support you to be yourself here at Apex Hotels. By bringing your own personality, passion, and ideas to the role, you will add a new dynamic to our innovative and supportive Events and Group Team. We believe it is our personality, style and friendliness that makes Apex Hotels. Please note this position is an office-based role focused on managing group and event enquiries. Main Purpose of Job To drive and manage conference, events and group sales and confirmed bookings, ensuring exceptional service delivery from enquiry to execution. Key support to the GCE Manager, this role plays a key part in maximising revenue, efficient coordination, and outstanding client relationship management while delivering exceptional client experiences across all conference and event spaces. Specific Tasks Supervisory Responsibilities • Supporting the GCE Manager in overseeing daily team operations and strategic planning, • Provide guidance, training, and mentoring to junior team members., • Delegate tasks and monitor performance to ensure service standards are met., • Assist in onboarding new team members and contribute to development plans. Sales & Revenue Generation • Convert group and event enquiries into confirmed bookings., • Maximise bedroom, meeting room, and event space revenue. Client Relationship Management • Build strong relationships with corporate, leisure, and agency clients., • Conduct site visits and client meetings to showcase the hotel's offerings. Event Coordination • Liaise with internal departments (F&B, Front Office, Housekeeping) to ensure seamless event delivery., • Prepare detailed function sheets and ensure all client requirements are met., • Attend and support events as required to ensure client satisfaction. Administration & Reporting • Maintain accurate records in the hotel's booking system., • Prepare reports on sales performance, booking trends, and client feedback., • Generate reports on sales performance, booking trends, and client feedback., • Monitor team productivity and suggest improvements to processes. Reporting Structure • GCE Manager (region to be specified), • This post has supervisory responsibility for GCE Executives, • Whilst this role will have accountability to a specific primary region, as business needs require, this will expand to cover all Apex Hotels and locations to the same standard and role responsibilities About you: We love to welcome people with different experiences and from different places into our Apex family. We want to ensure you get the best experience from the role you begin your journey with us in. To excel within this role, you will have: Skills & Experience Required: • Proven experience in events or group sales, ideally within a hotel or hospitality environment., • Strong leadership and supervisory skills., • Strong commercial awareness and target-driven mindset., • Excellent communication and negotiation skills., • Ability to multitask and manage multiple events simultaneously., • Proficiency in booking systems (e.g. Infor, Opera, Delphi) and Microsoft Office. You will work with great people, enjoy your time at work, develop new friendships, networks, and skills, and of course you will also receive a competitive rate of pay and a generous range of employee benefits which includes: • 30 days holiday, • Training and development from day one, • Employee events and celebrations, • Inhouse company interactive employee communication APP, • Entry to our state-of-the-art gym and pools, • Access to an external Employee Assistance Programme, • Financial Wellbeing App, allowing you the flexibility to get paid earlier than your normal monthly pay date., • £200 referral bonus when your friends or family join the team. Following your first successful 3 months, you'll also receive... • Access to our discounts and wellbeing platform "Treat Yourself Here", unlocking savings and experiences for you and your family., • Involvement in our employee recognition schemes, • Long service recognition, • Probation pass and annual anniversary complimentary guest experience overnight stay and dinner for two, • 50% discount in our restaurants, • Cycle to Work Scheme, • Discounted room rates for employees, friends, and family, • Spa treatments and product discounts, • Life Assurance cover We encourage you to bring your true self to work. We'll provide great training and development opportunities, allowing you to flourish in a fulfilling career, reaching your dreams and aspirations. Our family can never be too big, there's a place here for you. We have one ask - that you bring your personality, ideas, and spark. We're an innovative, thriving business and we want you to be part of our exciting journey. Please note, this role does not meet the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. If you are interested, click apply. We look forward to hearing from you!

FRONT OF HOUSE SUPERVISOR – LOCKE LONDON CANARY WHARF We are seeking an experienced and guest-focused Front of House Supervisor to lead our on-property front of house and guest services team. This role is responsible for ensuring smooth daily operations, exceptional guest experiences, and high service standards across reception, concierge, and guest relations. The successful candidate will be a confident leader with strong operational knowledge and a passion for hospitality excellence. THE STAGE IS SET The stage is set for something different. We don’t run conventional hotels; we build places with character and intent. What began as a small UK aparthotel portfolio has grown into a European collection recognised for design and atmosphere - and we’re now entering a new chapter. As we redefine the brand and evolve our identity, we’re focused on creating spaces that feel compelling, contemporary, and truly distinctive. Locke leads with bold expression; Cove by Locke refines that same spirit into a quieter, more streamlined approach. Guests come to rest, work, or escape. Comfort is a given - great beds, hot showers, genuine service. But we aim to create moments that feel memorable and a little unexpected, bringing back the sense of mood hospitality often lost. This is our backdrop. We’re on an exciting journey step on stage and play your part. THE WORK IN YOUR HANDS Guest Experience & Service Delivery: Oversee a guest‑first culture, ensuring every guest interaction aligns with our brand personality and service expectations Resolve guest concerns with empathy, urgency, and creativity Maintain high standards of cleanliness, ambience, and arrival experience in the lobby and front of house spaces Front Office Operations: Supervise the daily front of house operations during your shift, ensuring smooth check‑in, check‑out, and guest flow Monitor room availability, special requests, and VIP requirements, escalating where necessary Ensure accurate use of the PMS, payment processes, and guest profiles Work closely with Housekeeping and Maintenance teams to ensure rooms are ready, clean, and up to standard Follow operational SOPs and support the implementation of new procedures Team Support & Leadership: Lead and motivate the front of house team on shift, ensuring everyone is engaged and performing at their best Assist with training new employees and reinforcing brand service expectations Provide real‑time coaching to Front-of-House Assistants to improve service delivery and operational efficiency Support rota planning, shift briefings, and daily task allocation when required Financial & Rooms Performance: Encourage and support the upselling of room categories and hotel services Ensure accurate billing, cash handling, and financial controls at the Front Office desk Help the team meet daily revenue and KPI targets through confident and informed recommendations Systems, Technology & Compliance: Confidently use front of house systems (e.g.: PMS, POS, payment systems) and support team members with troubleshooting Ensure all data protection, health & safety, and security policies are followed Support the implementation of technology that enhances guest experience General Operations & Team Support: Work flexibly across multiple areas depending on business needs Support events, activations, and lifestyle programming Ensure public areas remain clean, inviting, and on-brand Maintain a positive, supportive, and inclusive team environment Follow all hotel policies, safety procedures, and brand standards Naturally this is not intended as an exhaustive list of duties. Other duties as may be reasonably required will form part of this job description. THE FIRE YOU CARRY A natural people-person, with good communication, coaching, and problem‑solving skills Energetic, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced, guest‑focused environment Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities Skilled in leading shift operations for the rooms department and delivering exceptional guest experiences Solid commercial awareness with a desire to maximise room revenue opportunities YOUR PROVEN TRACK Previous experience in a front of house team leader/supervisor role within a lifestyle, boutique, or design‑led hotel is preferred Knowledge of PMS, POS and operational software WHAT WE LOOK FOR We’re here to rethink what a modern lifestyle hotel can be. That takes pace, creativity, and people who enjoy working with purpose. If you’re comfortable with change, motivated by ideas, and focused on crafting meaningful guest experiences, you’ll do well here. We value individuals who can hold a vision, appreciate atmosphere, and want their work to have impact. Skills can be taught. Mindset can’t. There’s no single template for success here - just the right approach and willingness to grow.

Job Summary We seek a dedicated and experienced Supervisor to oversee operations in our dynamic restaurant environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a passion for culinary excellence, ensuring that our team delivers exceptional service and maintains high food safety standards. As Supervisor, you will be crucial in supervising staff, managing daily operations, and fostering a positive work atmosphere. Skills and Qualifications • Leadership and Management: Proven ability to lead, manage, and develop a team. • Customer Focus: Passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences. • Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Problem-Solving: Ability to quickly identify and address issues that arise in a fast-paced environment. • Industry Knowledge: Understanding of industry trends, regulations, and best practices. • Creativity: Ability to suggest new ideas and processes to improve operations. Key Responsibilities • Operational Oversight: Assist in managing the day-to-day operations of the establishment, ensuring all aspects from food and beverage service to housekeeping and front desk run smoothly. • Staff Management: Recruit, train, schedule, and evaluate staff, providing guidance and support to ensure high standards of service and a positive team environment. • Customer Service: Serve as a direct point of contact for guests, handling inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring a high standard of guest experience. • Quality Control: Monitor and uphold hygiene, health, and safety standards, as well as quality standards for food production and presentation. • Event Coordination: Support the planning and execution of special functions and events, ensuring they are organized effectively. • Leadership: Lead by example, motivating the team in order to achieve the goals proposed by the Company. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary - 31k - 33k including Tronc Expected hours: Between 40-45h / week Benefits: • Company pension, • Discounted or free food, • Employee discount, • Sundays off Schedule: Day shift / Night shift Saturday availability Sunday Closed Ability to commute/relocate: Old Street EC1V 9HL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) Work Location: In person Expected start date: ASAP

Guest Experience Supervisor - Cove Cannon Street London We believe in simplicity, beauty and efficiency. Ever the curious, it’s about little things. Big things. Unexpected things. We are part of our local community and they are part of us. We believe in creating authentic, localised experiences for our guests. A key member of the reception team supervising and training the Guest Services Executives, and providing a memorable guest service and genuine hospitality at every stage of the guest journey – from taking the initial reservation, to providing a warm welcome and making a lasting impression when our guests checkout. In this role you will be responsible for; Supervising in the absence of a manager on duty Training the Guest Experience Host Team To be the ‘go to’ person for our guests, contractors and visitors Providing memorable service at every stage of the guest journey Supporting the Guest Experience Manager to ensure that our Housekeeping and Maintenance Teams consistently achieve a high standard of apartments Respond to and act on guest reviews in a timely and professional manner What we look for. - Previous management experience within hospitality is highly desirable (hotels, student living, hostels, build to rent accommodation, including wider hospitality sectors also etc). - An engaging people manager, who is able to collaborate and network with their teams through building connections virtually and in person through fun and creative ways to forge commitment, learnings, passion and understanding across the brand and properties. - Tech savvy, someone who does not shy away from tech-based resolutions and interaction. - Clear verbal/written communication proficiency. - Flexible and adaptable approach with a can-do attitude. But most importantly, you will be human like us. Your decisions and ways of being will be inspired by our values that have been created and defined by our people; The Courage to Question, Evolve and Be Human. Our benefits. - Competitive salary - Bonus scheme - Excellent travel and development opportunities - 22 days’ holiday (plus the option to buy more) - Wellbeing benefits (cash plan and an Employee Assistance Programme) - Free nights in our properties - Recognition schemes - Pension (the tax efficient way) - Sick pay - Other benefits tailored to you Our natural habitat. We believe in working flexibly – this includes flexibility in work location, working days (including weekends and bank holidays in operations) and working hours. This may be ad hoc or permanent flexibility. Ask your recruiting manager or see our careers page for more information. Not many Londoners live in the Square Mile, but for the duration of your stay, you can do just that. Mansion House station is minutes away and if you’re working in The City, the Bank of England and offices such as Deloitte and Accenture are on the doorstep. You’ll also have a whole host of restaurants and bars to choose from, and across the river, the South Bank and Borough Market to explore too. The Shard is nearby for sky-high dining, as is the Barbican for a spot of culture at the weekend. About edyn. Here at edyn, we believe travel should be a rich journey of discovery. Our brands – Cove, Locke and SACO – offer soulful hospitality firmly rooted in their local neighbourhoods. Together, we’re creating sanctuaries for free-thinking urbanites across Europe. About Cove. Unlike other hotels, we’re not into labels. We’re into living. Cove offers guests a space like no other – carefully designed, uncluttered apartments that allow each person to make the most of every moment, and every mode. These day’s it’s not about clocking in then logging off, presenting then partying, or even weekdays and weekends. It’s about undivided, seamless living. Flowing from one mode to the next without interrupting. Working comfortably. Living efficiently. Blurring borders and being together, but with enough space for our guests. Work/life balance has changed, and we’re here for the future. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement edyn’s Purpose is to build brands designed around Soulful Hospitality -we create sanctuaries where free thinkers can nourish and enliven their souls. This is only possible if the growth of our company is centred around a deep respect for humanity. Everyone at edyn should feel free and safe to express their ideas, state their opinions and share their lived experiences in an environment of openness, tolerance, and curiosity. This principle sits at the heart of our approach to improving diversity and inclusion. We have established goals and supporting commitments which will help us ensure that everyone in edyn feels a sense of belonging, regardless of their background or identity. We are on a DEI journey that we have yet to complete, and we acknowledge our failures or weaknesses as we discover them. Our principle & goals are clear, and we travel together to seek to drive change, evolve ourselves and the edyn community.

JOB OVERVIEW To lead and support departmental colleagues and team members across the business, to ensure tasks are allocated and manage the day-to-day practical aspects of the hotel operation in an organised, structured and professional way. The Operations Manager leads multiple departments, optimising processes and driving profitability while maintaining high levels of service quality. They ensure that all tasks and procedures within the property are conducted in line with statutory requirements and ensure that customer service is provided in line with the business and performance objectives of the Hotel. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Operational Management: Manage and coordinate all hotel departments, including Front Office, Housekeeping, Food & Beverage, Maintenance, and other operational departments. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and legal regulations. Monitor daily operations to maintain smooth functioning and resolve issues promptly. Guest Experience: Maintain high standards of customer service and guest satisfaction. Handle guest complaints and feedback professionally, ensuring timely resolution. Implement initiatives to enhance guest loyalty and repeat business. Financial & Revenue Management: Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control measures. Monitor departmental expenses and implement strategies to maximise profitability. Assist Cluster/General Manager to optimise occupancy and ADR (Average Daily Rate). Leadership & Development: Recruit, train, and mentor department heads and teams. Conduct performance reviews and implement development plans. Foster a positive work culture and ensure compliance with HR policies. Quality & Brand Standards: Ensure all departments adhere to brand standards and operational SOPs. Conduct regular audits and inspections to maintain quality and consistency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives. Strategic Planning: Contribute to long-term operational strategies aligned with business goals. Identify opportunities for innovation and efficiency improvements. Support sustainability and corporate social responsibility initiatives. General Operations & Team Support: Work flexibly across multiple areas depending on business needs. Support events, activations, and lifestyle programming. Ensure public areas remain clean, inviting, and on-brand. Maintain a positive, supportive, and inclusive team environment. Follow all hotel policies, safety procedures, and brand standards. Other: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the duties involved with this position, the company reserves the right to add, remove or alter duties when business need dictates. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE FOR THIS ROLE Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management or related field (preferred). Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in hotel operations, with at least 2 years in a managerial role. Proven track record in managing multi-department operations including F&B Skills: Passionate about hotel operations and delivering exceptional guest experiences. Strong leadership and people management skills. Excellent communication, coaching and problem-solving abilities. Exceptional financial acumen and understanding of hotel revenue streams. Knowledge of PMS, POS and operational software. Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities. Energetic, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced, guest‑focused environment.

Summary: The Executive Housekeeper is a critical member of the shipboard management team, responsible for the management of all Housekeeping functions and team members onboard. The Executive Housekeeper possesses a dynamic outgoing demeanor with a passion for ‘Delivering the Wow’ through exceptional service while demonstrating exemplary leadership skills. He/she continually strives to exceed hospitality industry cleanliness and presentation standards, while ensuring complete guest and team satisfaction. He/she establishes and maintains a positive working environment of transparency, fairness and consistency, with clear performance expectations and open and frequent communication. He/she focuses on operational goals where training, leadership development and recognizing overall team performance are paramount. Leading by example and from the front of the house, the Executive Housekeeper instills an environment where team members are enabled to deliver exceptional customer service to our guests through flawless and cons Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. In accordance with Royal Caribbean International’s philosophy of Anchored in Excellence, each employee conducts oneself in a professional and courteous manner at all times. This applies to physical and verbal interactions with guests or fellow shipboard employees and/or in the presence of guest contact and crew areas. 2. Ensures cleanliness, maintenance and presentation standards are managed to brand standards in all Housekeeping areas, including all guest staterooms and balconies, guest corridors, officer cabins, laundry, lockers and storage areas in both the front and back of house. Spends at least 50% of working day in front-of-house operations to set tone and oversee inspection processes, ensuring feedback is delivered in constructive and appropriate manner with emphasis on positive reinforcement. Ensures all administrative and back of house functions are completed on time, accurately and are maintained to standard. 3. Reports to the Hotel Director and takes an active role in all hotel division activities. Educates fellow division heads on cleanliness standards. Establishes himself/herself as a content expert on all Housekeeping and cleanliness related matters. Develops and maintains strong rapport and frequent communication with the Facilities Manager, the Deck Department and Marine Department to ensure timely completion of ongoing and preventative maintenance in an organized and well planned manner. Provides preventative maintenance reporting to enable maintenance to be planned and executed appropriately to improve stateroom, balcony and corridor appearance. 4. Responsible for leading, motivating and coaching a team of empowered individuals who will strive to deliver exceptional guest service, taking ownership and accountability for reacting to guest feedback and requests effectively and efficiently. Responds to guest complaints and concerns in prompt, empathetic, and customer centric manner, ensuring appropriate resolution and using every guest issue as an opportunity to coach and mentor the Housekeeping management and team. Executive Housekeeper will permanently resolve recurring service failures through root cause analysis and effective problem solving techniques. Practices sound business sense in an ethical manner at all times. Enforces and assists shipboard senior management team in facilitating the ‘Guest Conduct Policy’. 5. Mentors, develops and provides both classroom-style and on-the-job training to team members to strengthen their current performance and preparation for succession planning. Demonstrates strong ability to coach and develop team members on effective problem resolution skills and aptitudes. Ensures team communication is maintained at highest levels, through activities such as morning line up, etc. to constantly keep team informed and aware of relevant information. Evaluates and tracks development on an individual and team level, ensuring every team member receives frequent, open and honest feedback about his/her performance, individual strengths and improvement opportunities. Reviews and ensures compliance with the training matrix for all positions. 6. Oversees, coordinates, and administers the Housekeeping Division schedule in conjunction with the shoreside support group. Actively identifies and monitors the scheduling needs of the Housekeeping division. Demonstrates aptitude for the management of headcount within assigned area, as it relates to and supports the business needs of the ship. Collaborates with CTI or other designated company to ensure Laundry staffing needs are constantly maintained and planned for. Is able to identify skill sets in individuals for succession planning for fleet-wide Housekeeping operations. 7. Effectively manages all Laundry Operations onboard ensuring that the Laundry Master has all necessary skills, training, tools, information and support to enable delivery of services and products flawlessly and on a consistent basis. Ensures all laundry equipment is maintained in good working order and advance planning is put into place to ensure that long-term equipment needs are met. Maintains an accurate inventory of all linen, terry, crew linens and other items par levels, ensuring that at all times purchases are made to maintain sufficient par to meet the business demands. Ultimately ensures that the quality of all linen items serviced for the ship along with guest and crew items are up to the required presentation standards. Reviews regularly the quality control and discard sheets and provides root cause analysis. Completes daily walk through of the laundry operation and completes a formalized laundry inspection each week with the Laundry Master. 8. Actively manages and reviews yearly budgets for Housekeeping and Laundry cost centers/expenses (e.g. consumable and replaceable items) and revenue streams (e.g. laundry, floral cart, tuxedo program, etc.). Maintains appropriate cleaning costs and monitors consumption, storage and supply orders placed to minimize waste. Prepares financial operational business plan to enhance the overall business performance of the division. Applies strategic planning to identify business efficiencies within the division’s cost center supporting company targets and goals, and seeking ways to promote revenue streams. 9. Leads division in taking a proactive approach to achieving and exceeding quantitative and qualitative goals and targets set for Housekeeping guest satisfaction ratings, GOLD Anchor Quality Reviews, employee satisfaction scores, Public Health inspections and audits, and Housekeeping Operational Reviews. Reviews and acts upon audit findings and guest feedback, ensuring team are trained and educated appropriately to prevent recurrences. Responsible for achieving objectives as defined by the balanced scorecard metrics ensuring that all company initiatives and other priorities as communicated by senior management are positively supported. 10. Maintains and communicates current knowledge of all ship’s regular events and special functions in order to provide guests and housekeeping team with accurate and updated information. 11. Comprehensive knowledge of cleaning practices, procedures, equipment and materials. Ensures cleaning equipment and supplies are maintained and that all team members are adequately trained to ensure proper and effective use. 12. Attends department and division head meetings. In addition, facilitates divisional crew and management meetings, training activities, courses and all other work-related activities with the Housekeeping Team. Continually updates job knowledge by investigating new trends in housekeeping and cleanliness practices, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and sharing of best practices, lessons learned and new benchmarks with shipboard management and shore-side support groups. 13. Ensures frequent and consistent updates of clear and concise handover notes to eliminate any possible miscommunication that compromises the efficiency of set processes. Works to ensure that their divisions’ manager and supervisor placement's maximize individual strengths to support the organizational needs. Through managing individual strengths this will allow for a seamless management handover allowing for minimum disruption to the team and operation. 14. Oversees the Stateroom Attendant Performance Management Tool, ensuring system is maintained per the system’s Standard Operating Procedures document. Disseminates appropriate information and section assignments, ensuring poor performers are coached, re-trained and counseled through back of house rotation. Utilizes progressive disciplinary process in accordance with guidelines and ensures top performers are consistently recognized and motivated. 15. Identifies Career path opportunities for Management team and crew members and assists accordingly to reach career goals as a coach and mentor and works with the Fleet Executive Housekeepers. 16. Oversees the allocation of Support team resources for luggage and turnaround duties in conjunction with the Hotel Director. Reviews with the BOH Senior Deck Supervisor on a per voyage basis the assignment of resources from divisions. 17. Oversees the luggage operation on the last night of the cruise and turnaround day process to ensure duties are completed within the allocated time and to the required standards. 18. Oversees the entire Turnaround day process and monitors the progress of the Management teams, Stateroom Attendants, Support teams, Linen runners and Laundry team to ensure stateroom areas will be ready by 1:00pm. 19. Fully owns any guest concern in line with onboard problem resolution guidelines to ensure maximum guest satisfaction and oversees the entire division and trains and coaches responses for effective problem resolution. 20. Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by enforcing organizational standards, pr