Join Our Team as a Guest Room Attendant for a Hotel in Plymouth

Providing Exceptional Service to Visitors - Immediate Start Available

🏨 Exceptional Career Opportunity in Plymouth's Hospitality Sector

💼 Why Choose This Opportunity?
This position offers competitive compensation ranging from £11.50 to £13.00 per hour, flexible scheduling options including full-time and part-time contracts, comprehensive training programs, genuine career progression opportunities, and the chance to work within a supportive, professional team environment where your contributions are valued and recognized.

Competitive Salary

£11.50 - £13.00/hour

Location

Plymouth, Devon

Start Date

Immediate Start

Contract Type

Full-Time & Part-Time

🎯 Comprehensive Role Overview: Your Daily Impact

• Guest Room Preparation: Thoroughly clean and prepare guest rooms to impeccable standards, ensuring all surfaces, fixtures, and furnishings are spotless, dust-free, and properly arranged to create an inviting atmosphere for incoming guests.
• Linen and Bedding Management: Strip used bed linens, make beds with fresh, crisp sheets following hotel protocols, arrange decorative pillows and throws, and ensure all bedding meets the establishment's luxury presentation standards.
• Bathroom Sanitization: Deep clean and sanitize bathroom facilities including toilets, showers, bathtubs, sinks, mirrors, and tiles using approved cleaning products and techniques that ensure complete hygiene compliance with UK hospitality regulations.
• Amenities Replenishment: Stock guest rooms with fresh towels, toiletries, drinking glasses, tea and coffee facilities, stationery items, and any additional amenities specified by hotel standards to ensure guest comfort and convenience.
• Vacuuming and Floor Care: Vacuum carpets thoroughly, mop hard floors, remove stains and marks, and ensure all flooring surfaces are clean, dry, and safe for guest use throughout the accommodation.
• Quality Inspection: Conduct final inspections of cleaned rooms to verify all tasks have been completed to standard, checking for any overlooked details, maintenance issues, or items requiring attention before guest check-in.
• Lost Property Management: Identify, secure, and report any guest belongings left in rooms to the housekeeping supervisor or front desk following established lost and found procedures to ensure items are returned to rightful owners.
• Maintenance Reporting: Identify and promptly report any maintenance issues, damaged fixtures, malfunctioning equipment, or safety concerns to the appropriate department to ensure timely repairs and guest safety.
• Housekeeping Cart Organization: Maintain your housekeeping trolley in an organized, well-stocked condition with adequate supplies of linens, cleaning products, and amenities to ensure efficient workflow throughout your shift.
• Team Collaboration: Work cooperatively with housekeeping colleagues, supervisors, maintenance staff, and front desk personnel to ensure smooth operations, address priority rooms, and respond to guest requests promptly and professionally.

✅ Essential Requirements & Preferred Qualifications

🌟 Personal Attributes That Set You Apart

Pride in Your Work: You take genuine satisfaction in creating pristine environments and achieving visible results. Discretion and Respect: You understand the importance of guest privacy and maintain professional boundaries. Positive Attitude: You approach each day with enthusiasm and contribute to a harmonious team atmosphere. Problem-Solving Skills: You can identify issues and find practical solutions independently. Adaptability: You remain calm and efficient during busy periods and adjust to changing priorities seamlessly.

🎁 Comprehensive Benefits Package & Career Development

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Why Plymouth is Perfect for Hospitality Professionals

📋 How to Apply: Your Journey to Employment Excellence

🎯 Simple 5-Step Application Process

📞 Ready to Start Your Application?

Contact Team Recruitment Agency London today to discuss this exceptional opportunity

🏆 Why Choose Team Recruitment Agency London?

✨ Our Unique Value Proposition

No Placement, No Fee: We only succeed when you succeed, ensuring our interests are completely aligned with finding you the perfect role that matches your skills, preferences, and career aspirations.

Personalized Support: Every candidate receives dedicated support from experienced recruitment consultants who understand the hospitality sector and provide guidance throughout your employment journey.

Long-Term Partnerships: Our relationship doesn't end with placement. We maintain ongoing contact, provide career development advice, and offer access to future opportunities as your career progresses.

💬 Success Stories: What Our Candidates Say

🌟 Begin Your Rewarding Hospitality Career Today

This Guest Room Attendant position in Plymouth represents an exceptional opportunity to join a prestigious hotel, develop valuable hospitality skills, and build a fulfilling career in one of England's most attractive coastal cities. Whether you're an experienced housekeeping professional seeking a new challenge or someone eager to begin their hospitality journey, this role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive training, genuine career progression, and the satisfaction of creating memorable experiences for guests from around the world.

Team Recruitment Agency London is committed to supporting your success every step of the way. Our experienced consultants specialize in hospitality placements and understand exactly what clients seek in outstanding Guest Room Attendants. We'll provide personalized guidance, interview preparation, and ongoing support to ensure you secure this exceptional position and thrive in your new role.

Don't let this opportunity pass you by. Plymouth's hospitality sector continues to grow, creating sustained demand for dedicated housekeeping professionals. With immediate start dates available and our streamlined application process, you could be beginning your new career within days. Take the first step toward a rewarding future—contact Team RAL today and discover how we can help you achieve your hospitality career aspirations in beautiful Plymouth.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Guest Room Attendant Positions

We've compiled answers to the most common questions candidates ask about Guest Room Attendant roles in Plymouth

1. What experience do I need to become a Guest Room Attendant?

While previous housekeeping or hotel experience is beneficial, it's not always essential. Many successful Guest Room Attendants begin their careers with transferable skills from other cleaning roles, domestic work, or hospitality positions. What's most important is your attention to detail, reliability, physical fitness, and genuine commitment to maintaining high cleanliness standards. Our client provides comprehensive induction training covering all necessary techniques, product usage, safety protocols, and hotel-specific procedures. If you demonstrate enthusiasm, professionalism, and willingness to learn, you'll receive full support to develop into an exceptional room attendant. Previous candidates from retail, catering, care work, and various other backgrounds have successfully transitioned into housekeeping roles through Team RAL's placement service.

2. What are the typical working hours and shift patterns?

Guest Room Attendant positions typically involve daytime shifts, usually starting between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM, with shift durations ranging from 4 to 8 hours depending on whether you're working full-time or part-time. Most housekeeping departments operate seven days per week to accommodate hotel operations, so weekend and bank holiday work is usually required on a rotational basis. However, our client offers considerable flexibility and will discuss your availability during the interview process. Many hotels operate shift patterns that allow for work-life balance, and part-time contracts can be tailored around personal commitments such as childcare or education. Full-time positions typically involve 37.5 to 40 hours per week across 5 days, with regular days off scheduled in advance. Overtime opportunities are frequently available during busy periods if you wish to increase your earnings.

3. Is this role physically demanding, and what fitness level is required?

Yes, Guest Room Attendant work is physically active and requires good general fitness. Your daily tasks involve considerable standing, walking between rooms, bending, stretching, lifting (bedding, supplies, furniture for cleaning), pushing housekeeping trolleys, and repetitive movements throughout your shift. A typical room attendant might clean 12-16 rooms per shift, depending on room types and occupancy levels. However, you don't need to be an athlete—reasonable fitness and the ability to perform physical tasks comfortably for several hours is sufficient. The role provides excellent physical activity benefits and many attendants find they improve their fitness levels over time. Proper techniques are taught during training to minimize strain and prevent injury, including correct lifting methods, ergonomic practices, and efficient working patterns. If you have specific physical concerns or require reasonable adjustments, discuss these with Team RAL's consultants who will communicate your needs appropriately to ensure suitable working arrangements.

4. What career progression opportunities exist in hotel housekeeping?

The housekeeping department offers excellent career progression for motivated individuals. Starting as a Guest Room Attendant, you can advance to Senior Room Attendant or Room Inspector positions within 6-12 months, taking on quality control responsibilities and mentoring newer team members. From there, progression to Supervisory roles (Floor Supervisor or Shift Supervisor) typically follows within 1-2 years, involving team coordination and administrative duties. Experienced supervisors often progress to Assistant Housekeeper or Head Housekeeper positions, managing entire departments, budgets, and staff teams. Some housekeeping professionals eventually move into Hotel Manager roles or transfer their skills to other hospitality departments such as front office, guest services, or facilities management. Many hotels actively encourage internal promotion and provide management training programs. Additionally, qualifications from organizations like the British Hospitality Association can accelerate career development and open opportunities across the wider hospitality sector.

5. How quickly can I start working after applying through Team RAL?

Team Recruitment Agency London prides itself on efficient placement processes. For candidates with right-to-work documentation ready and suitable availability, the timeline from application to starting work can be as short as one week, though 2-3 weeks is more typical to allow for comprehensive processing. Once you submit your application, our consultants respond within 24 hours to arrange an initial consultation. Following successful telephone or video screening, we'll register you, verify documentation, and arrange a client interview, usually within 3-5 days. If the interview goes well, job offers are often made immediately or within 48 hours. The start date then depends on notice periods (if you're currently employed), completion of any pre-employment checks, and the hotel's scheduling requirements. For candidates seeking immediate start opportunities with no current employment commitments, it's possible to begin within a week of your successful interview. Team RAL works diligently to minimize delays while ensuring all compliance requirements are properly fulfilled, maintaining our reputation for both speed and thoroughness in recruitment processes.