CLEANER
Aberdeen Performing Arts (His Majestys Theatre, the Music Hall and The Lemon Tree)
ABOUT US
About Us
Aberdeen Performing Arts is a leading organisation in the performing arts sector, dedicated to fostering creativity and innovation in the arts. We operate iconic venues, His Majestys Theatre, Music Hall and the Lemon Tree, and produce exceptional performances that inspire and entertain our community.
Our Mission
Creating a Spark
Our Vision
A vibrant, sector leading, cultural hub at the heart of city life
* inspiring, exploring and engaging through live performance and creative projects
Our guiding principles
Our purpose is to bring the arts, creativity and live performance to all.Our mission is to ensure that our inclusive, creative work inspires, stimulates and entertains diverse audiences and participants from Aberdeen, the North-east and beyond.
Our organisational values are Curiosity, Optimism, Loyalty, Resilience and Teamwork.
THE POST
This post provides critical cleaning services and has a requirement to maintain standards of cleanliness at His Majestys Theatre, The Music Hall and The Lemon Tree
You will be a member of the cleaning team working with colleagues to build our reputation regionally and nationally for providing first class services to our artists, performers and clients. You must also be able to deal courteously with members of the public acting as an ambassador for APA at all times.
You along with the team will provide cleaning and housekeeping services throughout our venues with a responsibility to ensure compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act.
You will play a pivotal role in the day to day cleaning of our venues, operating as a member of a high performance team in a target oriented workplace.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Main Responsibilities
* To ensure that standards of cleanliness and hygiene are maintained in all our venues
* Maintain cleaning regimes (daily, weekly, periodically etc) for all areas of the venue ensuring the following is included
* Thorough cleaning of all areas
* Dusting, vacuuming and washing down (if applicable)
* Cleaning of all windows and glass
* Polishing of mirrors, brass plates on doors etc
* Dusting of all ledges, pictures, high areas and skirting boards
* Shampooing of carpets
* Emptying/cleaning of waste bins (and removal of waste)
* Operate carpet cleaning machine and floor polisher, mopping and cleaning floors
* Check condition of seats and other furniture and furnishings, and report faults or repairs to the Operations Manager.
* Available for evening and weekend work as required
* Other specific cleaning jobs as requested from time to time
General
* Contributing to an enthusiastic, positive work climate within the company, modelling behaviour as a champion of the companys mission, vision and values and contributing to organisational development
* Identifying new developments, trends, practices and benchmarking opportunities to contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of customer services
* Assisting in the preparation of reports, service planning and performance reviews
* Following guidelines, procedures and policies provided by the company in relation to financial management and personnel records.
* Liaising with Aberdeen Performing Arts managers to ensure the smooth running of the company
* Attending company meetings and all internal and external meetings as required
* Attending key Aberdeen Performing Arts events including first nights and corporate events
* Complying with equality and diversity policy and practice, health and safety practices and principles and standards relating to quality management and customer care
* Undertaking other appropriate duties as required commensurate with the level and role of the job
Working Environment
Various shifts across weekdays and weekends (5 days from 7), shifts available include day time shifts usually 8am - 12 noon but with occasional afternoon or evening shifts. When applying, please let us know the days/hours you are available to work. Salary is £13,104 per annum based on 20 hours per week.
If youre ready to create a SPARK at Aberdeen Performing Arts, apply now
For more information about us, and to apply online, visit Alternatively, send us your CV and covering letter (in a format which is most comfortable to you) which tells us:
* why you would love to work with Aberdeen Performing Arts
* why you are perfect for this role
* how you would create a SPARK (with reference to our values)
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We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, applicants with diverse backgrounds, experiences, ability and perspectives are encouraged to apply.
This post does not meet the minimum requirements for visa sponsorship under the skilled worker route. we are therefore unable to consider applicants for this post that require sponsorship to work in the UK.