Country House Assistant Manager

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £32,086 per annum

Reporting to: House Manager

Job Benefits: 33 Days Holiday pro rata inclusive of bank holidays Pension Contributions Volunteer Day Group Life Assurance Cinema Discounts Online Shopping Discounts Cycle to work Scheme Discounted Gym Membership Virtual GP Health & Wellbeing Support 24/7 Helplines with access to trained counsellors for support Annual familiarisation visit at any of our country houses for you and your family

About the role:

Dolserau Hall country house proudly boasts 21 elegantly appointed bedrooms, providing a serene retreat for up to 40 guests embarking on guided or self guided tour holidays. As the Country House Assistant Manager, your role revolves around supporting the House Manager to deliver an exceptional standard of guest service, ensuring every part of the house operates at the pinnacle of excellence.

• Guest Service Excellence: Engage and interact with our guests creating a warm and friendly atmosphere. Monitor every aspect of guest service, leaving no room for compromise on our commitment to excellence.
• Front of House Management: Lead the front of house team, ensuring pristine conditions in all bedrooms and public areas meet our brand standards.
• Property Maintenance and Appearance: Support the House Manager in addressing internal and external repairs and property defects. Work with the maintenance team to uphold the appearance of the garden, grounds, and overall Country House aesthetics to align with brand standards.
• Team Development & Culture: Given a significant portion of our staff live in, you will foster a culture of teamwork and harmony, recognising the crucial role it plays in the overall success of our house.
• Centralised Support: Leverage the support of our central HR team for recruitment, performance management, and conduct related matters. Similarly, work with the central support operations team for the implementation and upkeep of all facets of H&S, purchasing, stock management control, and reporting.

As an Assistant Manager your role encapsulates not just management but a commitment to creating an environment where every detail reflects the excellence that defines our brand. Your potential to contribute to our team goes beyond professional competence; it lies in your ability to infuse warmth, leadership, and excellence into every area of our Country House operations. This role will require you to deputise for the House Manager covering days off and annual leave.

What are we looking for?

We would love to hear from you if you have these essential skills:

• A commercial background in the Tourism or Hospitality industry. We are keen to hear from Assistant Hotel Managers, Country House Assistant Managers, or Assistant Hospitality Managers, who can showcase a track record of successful operational management within a hotel, country house, or similar establishment.
• Exemplary customer service skills and excel as a team leader.
• Given the nature of our industry, flexibility is key. The role necessitates adaptability to varied working hours, particularly during evenings and weekends.

Country House Assistant Manager

LL40 2AG

£32,086 per year Live in accommodation available inclusive of all bills