Job Overview:
Part Time Housekeeper
General Manager, Louis Vanhinsbergh, is on the lookout for a friendly, hard-working Housekeeper to join his crew.
At The Old Coastguard, we pride ourselves on warm Cornish hospitality, gorgeous views, and making every guest feel at home. That means our rooms need to shine, our spaces need to sparkle, and our guests need to feel truly cared for — and that's where you come in.
This is a part-time role starting in October/November, working up to 24 hours a week over 4–5 days, with early starts from 7am (don't worry, the coffee is strong) and most shifts finishing by 2pm — plenty of time to hit the beach, enjoy a pasty, or just relax. Great for anyone who loves a proper work life balance
Start date: October/November 2025
Pay: Up to £12.25 per hour (Dependent on age & experience) tips, pro rata to the number of hours worked
Hours: Up to 24 Hours over 4-5 days per week (2 consecutive days off)
INTERVIEWS TO BE HELD 15th - 16th OCTOBER
What you'll be doing:
* Turning bedrooms and bathrooms into guest-ready havens — changing linen, hoovering, dusting, polishing, restocking etc
* Working efficiently to make sure rooms are ready on time for arriving guests — think speed, but with a sparkle.
* Reporting any maintenance issues before they become "uh-oh" moments.
* Making our guests feel at home, even if it's just with a friendly smile as you pass by.
* Keeping shared spaces - corridors, stairways, lounges, the restaurant, and guest toilets looking tip-top so guests feel instantly welcome
* Jumping in wherever the team needs a hand — teamwork makes the dream work
What we're after:
* If you've got an eye for detail and secretly love tidying up, you'll fit right in.
* A positive, can-do attitude and a bit of team spirit.
* Someone who doesn't mind a 7am start — the early bird really does get the sea view
* Experience is a bonus, but we'll happily train the right person.
* Flexibility to work part-time hours, including some weekends.
Perks of the job:
* Free stays at other EDS locations – because we all deserve a break sometimes
* 25% discount on food & drinks at any EDS site
* Share of tips pool, managed by Tronc Manager, pro rata to hours worked
* Regular team social events – the kind you'll actually enjoy, no forced fun here
* Free meals while on duty – Delicious and no washing up
* Christmas Day and Boxing day off - always
* Your birthday as an additional day holiday
* Recruitment bonus if you recommend someone to work with us
* Members of Hospitality Action
* Cycle to work scheme, greener commutes, healthier you
* A supportive, down to earth team and arguably the best view in Cornwall
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £12.25 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 24 per week
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company events
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* Health & wellbeing programme
Work Location: In person