Job Ref: BES6738
Branch: Hotel Gotham - Newcastle
Location: Hotel Gotham Newcastle, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Part Time
Posted date: 27/09/2025
Closing date: 29/10/2025
Job Title: Public Area Cleaner
Department: Housekeeping
Reporting to: Housekeeping Manager / Housekeeping Supervisor
The Role, in Spotlight
Step onto the grand stage of luxury hospitality
Be at the centre of the action: Experience the energy of Newcastle every day as you help create unforgettable guest experiences.
As a Public Area Cleaner, you are the unseen hand behind our 5-star elegance—maintaining sparkling lobbies, pristine corridors, and welcoming lounges. Every surface you touch sets the stage for perfection, ensuring our guests experience luxury in every step they take.
Be part of an amazing team where your contribution is valued, your voice is heard, and your growth is supported
Key Responsibilities
Public Area Cleaning
* Keep lobbies, corridors, restrooms, lounges, and lifts in immaculate condition, offering guests a first impression of elegance and care.
* Refresh busy areas throughout the day, ensuring every step through the hotel feels polished and cared for.
* Restock and maintain public restrooms with precision, ensuring they remain spotless and welcoming.
* Step behind the scenes in guest rooms when needed, turning every space into a showcase of perfection.
Presentation Attention to Detail
* Perfect every element of presentation: from crisp linens and precise towel arrangements to carefully placed touches and inviting lighting.
* Follow our standards for layout and finishing touches, ensuring each room unfolds like a scene of five-star elegance.
* Discreetly pass along guest requests or special preferences to your supervisor, ensuring the performance always meets the mark.
Health, Safety Compliance
* Follow all health, safety, fire, and COSHH procedures with precision.
* Manage and store cleaning products and equipment carefully, treating them as essential tools of your craft.
* Wear your uniform with pride and maintain impeccable grooming, a professional costume ready for every performance.
* Spot and report hazards or maintenance issues immediately, keeping the stage safe for all.
* Participate actively in all training sessions and drills, mastering emergency procedures and hygiene protocols.
* Maintain housekeeping trolleys and storage areas in excellent order, creating a backstage ready for smooth operations.
Working Hours
* 2 days per week (12 hours per week)
* Sunday to Thursday 2:00pm - 8:30pm
* Friday Saturday 3:30pm - 10:00pm
* Optional extra shifts available
The stage is yours. Bring your talent, your professionalism, and your passion, and help us deliver a guest experience that leaves every audience member impressed. Step forward, the spotlight is waiting