Deputy Head Housekeeper
| Company: | The Caledonian Hotel |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Edinburgh, EH1 2AB |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 21 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 20 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Job Ref: AM15715
Branch: The Caledonian Edinburgh
Location: The Caledonian, Edinburgh
Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Shift pattern: Variation of Shifts, Including Weekends
Hours per week: 40 Hours Per Week
Posted date: 19/08/2026
Closing date: 19/09/2026
At The Caledonian Edinburgh, exceptional housekeeping standards are central to our luxury guest experience. We are seeking a
Deputy Head Housekeeper to support the leadership of the Housekeeping department, ensuring impeccable guest rooms, high-performing teams and consistent service excellence throughout the hotel
The Person:
- An experienced housekeeping leader with a passion for luxury standards
- Calm, confident and highly organised in a fast-paced environment
- A supportive manager who coaches, develops and engages teams
- Detail-driven with strong quality, productivity and commercial awareness
- Adaptable, proactive and solutions-focused.
The Role:
- Support the Head Housekeeper in leading daily housekeeping operations
- Drive consistent guest room and public area standards
- Champion service excellence, productivity and engagement
- Lead by example during peak operational periods
- Support succession planning, training and departmental development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise room quality, cleanliness standards and operational delivery
- Coach and develop housekeeping teams to achieve performance targets
- Monitor productivity, costs and supplier performance
- Respond proactively to guest feedback and quality issues
- Ensure compliance with brand standards, safety and sustainability policies.
The Benefits:
- Free and healthy meals when on duty.
- 50% off our Food & Beverage Venues – The Court & Caley Bar
- Discounted use of Leisure Facilities
- Go Hilton Team Member Travel Program, offering discounted room nights at all Hilton branded properties worldwide, starting at £45 per night
- Opportunities for your personal development within the Hotel Group Brand Portfolio
- Fully funded apprenticeships – T&Cs apply
- 28 Days of Annual Leave, increasing with long service
- Pension enrolment
- We can coach, train and develop you to help find your passion - whether it is exploring your first role or your next step in the exciting world of hospitality!
Why Join Us
At The Caledonian Edinburgh, you’ll be part of a team that values excellence, craftsmanship and genuine hospitality. With Klarent Hospitality, your career is supported by investment in people, diversity and long-term growth.
Begin your journey with one of Edinburgh’s most iconic hotels.
Learn more:
www.klarenthospitality.com/careers