Job Description

Dove Nest Group

are looking for a General Assistant to join their Venues team. Start date in mid February 2026.

The role will involve working as part of a small team looking after guests visiting our residential venue. This is a live out role.

Location:

The Old Corn Mill, Crosthwaite

Details:

Competitive Salary Part time hours available, shifts may vary, breakfast shift starts at 7am, includes some evenings, split shifts and occasional weekend work. Would consider job share for the right candidates. Permanent contract. Length of service rewards. 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, pro rata for part time employees. Annual paid Well-being Day Health Assured - Employee Assistance Programme A Range of Health & Wellbeing Resources Discounted accommodation at our Lake District Venue, subject to availability
All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility and photo I.D. will be required from candidates as part of our standard recruitment process. This position is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

General Assistant

"To free the world from mediocre leadership, one manager, one team, one organisation at a time"

Leading companies trust Dove Nest Group to improve their business performance by creating sustained behavioural change in their people. We pride ourselves on industry leading innovative bespoke solutions for Engagement, Leadership Development, People and Team Development, Leadership and Business Agility, Talent Development and Change Leadership supported by our in house Psychology business where appropriate.

Behaviour & Values

Passionate

about

developing people

Give twice

to receive once Demonstrate

compassion

and

courage

in all that we do

Reports to:

Head Housekeeper

Role Purpose

The General Assistant is responsible for maintaining the quality of cleanliness and food service in Dove Nest premises, and thus providing excellent quality accommodation to the participants of Dove Nest courses and programmes.

Key Responsibilities

Housekeeping Tasks

Washing, maintenance and replenishing of bed linens and towels. Cleaning and vacuuming all rooms and work areas within the Dove Nest venues to ensure health standards are met. Emptying and safe disposal of waste from waste bins and ashtrays throughout Dove Nest sites. Assisting the chef with catering tasks during breakfast, lunch and dinner, including table-setting and table- waiting, washing plates and cutlery. Monitor Dove Nest venues for any safety or maintenance issues and report when necessary. Monitor supplies of cleaning materials and fluids, inform Head Housekeeper of replacements needed when necessary. Support with self-catering bookings and arrivals/departures.

Other Duties

To maintain and build up good staff relations with other departments and company units, becoming an active member of the Dove Nest family. To be aware of and adhere to Dove Nest Group Policies & Procedures and act upon them accordingly. To communicate respectively with colleagues and other staff and guests. To keep a clean, smart appearance in accordance with the Dress & Appearance Policy. To be aware of and adhere to all Dove Nest Group rules and regulations ensuring they are actioned as requested by the company's health and safety policies. To be vigilant at all times to ensure the safety & security of the property, guests, other employees & self. To carry out any other reasonable requests made by Senior Management.

Experience

Experience working in a housekeeping role. Knowledge of safe use of commercial kitchen utensils, and safe sanitation materials and methods throughout the kitchen and venues. Full, clean UK driving licence or reliable transport to Crosthwaite Thorough and attentive to detail. Comfortable with working flexibly and changing priorities. The ability to work autonomously and independently, and also as part of a team to ensure best practice.
Dove Nest Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants are subject to a satisfactory enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service and at least two references.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Application question(s):

Reliably commute to Dove Nest Venues in Crosthwaite and Millness
Work Location: In person