COUNTRY HOUSE ASSISTANT MANAGER

Location: Harrington House, Sherborne Street, Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire, GL54 2BY
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Salary: £29,484 per annum
Reporting to: House Manager
Live In: Live in accommodation available inclusive of all bills, 3 meals per day, Laundry & Free Wifi
Job Benefits: 28 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 on Mental Health, Relationships, Work, Stress, Bereavement, Finances, Childcare and much more | Exclusive discounts on our holidays for you, your friends and family | Annual familiarization visit at any of our country houses for you and your family

Nestled within the breathtaking area of outstanding natural beauty, our Harrington House proudly boasts 29 elegantly appointed bedrooms, providing a serene retreat for up to 47 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. Your responsibilities span various domains:

• 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 are meet to 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 Human Resources 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 Health and Safety, 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.