*Painter and Decorator/Maintenance Team Member £28,480 per annum plus tronc*
The
Francis Hotel is a collection of beautifully restored Georgian townhouses in
the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath, blending historic
character with modern guest comfort. It offers a timeless environment and a
place to be proud to work as part of a beautiful and evolving legacy.
At the Francis, hospitality is built on collaboration and genuine care,
bringing together our teams, guests and trusted partners to deliver
thoughtful, locally rooted experiences. A central part of the hotel is
Emberwood, our signature restaurant and a fast-emerging dining destination,
where creativity, pride and warm hospitality come together.
As part of Sir Richard Sutton Ltd, a family-owned hospitality business, The
Francis Hotel offers the opportunity to grow within an organisation that
values individuality, teamwork and excellence, and where people are central
to shaping the future of the hotel.
Our opportunity
We’re looking for a friendly, reliable Painter and Decorator/Maintenance Team Member to help keep our hotel safe, comfortable, and running smoothly for guests and staff alike. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in a job well done, and understands that great maintenance is a big part of great hospitality.
You’ll work across guest rooms and shared spaces, responding to maintenance requests, carrying out repairs, and helping prevent issues before they happen. You’ll also interact with guests and colleagues, so a positive attitude and clear communication are just as important as technical skills.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you’re dependable, safety-minded, and enjoy being part of a team, we’d love to hear from you.
Requirements
* Prepare surfaces for
painting and decorating, including sanding, filling, and priming
* Apply paint, wallpaper,
and other finishes to walls, ceilings, and fixtures
* Inspect guest rooms and
public areas for cosmetic damage and wear
* Perform basic
maintenance tasks such as fixing doors, handles, locks, and fixtures
* Carry out minor plumbing
repairs (e.g. fixing leaks, replacing taps)
* Handle simple electrical
tasks such as changing light bulbs and fittings
* Maintain cleanliness and
organisation of work areas and tools
* Ensure all decorating
and maintenance work meets health and safety standards
* Respond promptly to
maintenance and repair requests
* Work efficiently to
minimise disruption to guests and hotel operations
* Assist with preventative
maintenance to keep facilities in good condition
* Report any major faults
or repairs that require specialist attention
* Weekend work - required
on a Saturday every 2nd / 3rd weekend. Minimum 4hr
Our Benefits
Here are some of the benefits you will receive, when you
join us:
- Free and
discounted hotel breaks - From the first day of service, you can benefit from a
free break of one/two days in any Sutton Hotel Collection hotel, in a 12-month
period. Additionally you, your family and your friends are also entitled to
discounted stays across all of our hotels and dining in our restaurants.
- Heka
benefits platform – your access to Heka begins from day one and is pre-loaded
with a balance of £150 to use against a wide range of wellness focussed
products, experiences and schemes including health cash plans and gym
memberships.
- Salary
sacrifice schemes including cycle to work, tech and electric vehicles (T&Cs
apply)
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity
Leave (26 weeks at 90% for expectant mothers, four weeks leave at 90% for
fathers)
- Loyalty awards, annual social and
celebration events.
- Learning and Development - An
extensive range of training opportunities are available to facilitate your
personal development.
- Wisdom Wellbeing - A confidential
service offering C therapy, up-to-date information, support and advice on a
broad range of subjects.
- Subsidised
Learning Courses - We encourage your learning and development so would like to
contribute to courses you would like us to explore.
We also provide you with all the basic benefits such as free
nutritious and tasty meals on duty, complimentary on-site parking (where
available), and bespoke uniforms where appropriate.
At the Sutton Hotel Collection, we are an inclusive,
natural, generous, ethical and diverse group of people, we celebrate human
relationships and kinship. We enable our
people, to make the place.