Job Description

Shepherd Neame is on the lookout for a Head Housekeeper to join our team, so if you enjoy hospitality but prefer working behind the scenes supporting your colleagues and contributing to the teams overall success; then this may be just the job for you.


Located in the popular village of Chislehurst, Kent, the Crown Inn dates back to 1874. The historic pub offers seven stylish en-suite guest letting rooms, many boasting stunning views over Chislehurst Common, together with a fine range of food and drink.


At Shepherd Neame we know that first impressions count, so you will play an important part in our business ensuring that you co-ordinate and train our housekeeping team to provide excellent standards of cleanliness and a warm welcome for our hotel guests.


If you haven't got any previous experience in a similar role please do not worry, so long as that you have experience of managing a team in a fast paced customer focused environment and that you possess some of the qualities outlined below, we can train you and teach you everything else that you will need to know.

WHATS IN IT FOR YOU?

Competitive hourly pay rate A share of tips in addition to your hourly pay Early wage withdrawal scheme 25% discount on food and drink at Shepherd Neame Managed Houses 25% discount on overnight Managed House Hotel bookings Up to 40% discount on select purchases from the Visitor Centre Shop at Faversham Sheps Hut discounts and special offers hub on 100's of high street shops and services Access to a Workplace Mental Health Platform Company pension plan The opportunity to develop & move within our pubs, the Brewery & Support Office Flexible working hours
Shepherd Neame may be Britain's oldest brewer but our approach is anything but old-fashioned. We are an authentic, independent business, yet flexible and agile, and that has enabled us to survive and thrive based on the following Sheps Skills:

Working Together Pride and Passion Authenticity Sheps Spirit
WHO ARE WE?

Britain's oldest brewer, Shepherd Neame, has been based in the market town of Faversham, Kent for over 300 years. An independent family business, we boast an award-winning visitor centre and more than 300 pubs and hotels throughout London and the South East, from the historic heart of the City to the Kent coastline. We employ around 1,500 team members across our pub estate and more than 270 at our Brewery and Support Office.




Diversity, equality, and inclusion matter to Shepherd Neame. If you think you would be suited this role we would welcome your application regardless of age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, religion or sexual orientation. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.