Housekeeping Supervisor

About the role

Join our team at the Runnymede on Thames, part of the Warner Hotels Group. Opening as a Warner in 2024, this beautiful hotel on the River Thames near Windsor offers award winning spa facilities, restaurants, bars, and outdoor activities.

As a Housekeeping Supervisor, you'll play a crucial role in bringing that magic to life.

Role Purpose

The Housekeeping Supervisor ensures exceptional cleanliness and presentation standards across bedrooms, public areas, and back of house spaces. The position supports guest experience, resolves issues promptly, and ensures safety, compliance, and operational efficiency throughout the shift. It provides leadership, coordination, and decision making when department heads are not present, playing a key role in upholding brand standards and supporting commercial performance. This role ensures continuity, strong communication, and effective crisis management to deliver a seamless guest experience.

Responsibilities Operational Oversight

• Act as the on shift leader across the department.
• Monitor operational standards and efficiency in all areas.
• Coordinate with department managers to resolve issues promptly.

Guest Service & Experience

• Serve as the main guest contact during the shift.
• Handle queries, complaints, VIPs, and special requests professionally.
• Maintain visibility in public areas to support engagement and satisfaction.

Team Support & Leadership

• Provide on shift support and guidance to teams across all departments.
• Reallocate resources during busy periods to maintain service levels.
• Motivate teams and lead by example with a positive, collaborative approach.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to H&S regulations, hygiene standards, and company policies.
• Act as the person responsible for emergency procedures, fire safety, and first aid.
• Complete incident reports and elevate as needed.

Financial & Commercial Awareness

• Monitor upselling opportunities across rooms, F&B, leisure, and retail.
• Ensure correct cash handling and billing processes.
• Support cost control while protecting guest experience.

Communication & Reporting

• Conduct thorough shift handovers to ensure smooth continuity.
• Prepare shift reports on key events, feedback, and challenges.
• Communicate urgent matters to senior leadership promptly.

Event & Function Support

• Liaise with organisers and internal teams to ensure requirements are met.

Problem Solving & Crisis Management

• Take decisive action during emergencies or unexpected issues.
• Coordinate teams to minimise disruption and ensure guest safety.

Behaviours, Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in hotel operations, cleaning and hygiene.
• Knowledge of health & safety, fire safety, hygiene standards, and emergency protocols.
• Excellent communication and problem solving abilities.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide a team.

Inclusion Statement

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and they are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries and we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments or flexibility that you may require, including whether a role can be part time or a job share.

We genuinely care about every candidate's experience during the recruitment process and are here to provide support where we can. If you require any assistance or reasonable adjustments while applying, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at .