Housekeeper | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Housekeepers organise hotel staff to make sure that all the rooms are kept clean and tidy.

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Carry linens, towels, toilet items, and cleaning supplies, using wheeled carts.
Disinfect equipment and supplies, using germicides or steam-operated sterilizers.
Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met.
Empty wastebaskets, empty and clean

Carry linens, towels, toilet items, and cleaning supplies, using wheeled carts.
Disinfect equipment and supplies, using germicides or steam-operated sterilizers.
Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met.
Empty wastebaskets, empty and clean ashtrays, and transport other trash and waste to disposal areas.
Observe precautions required to protect hotel and guest property and report damage, theft, and found articles to supervisors.
Replenish supplies, such as drinking glasses, linens, writing supplies, and bathroom items.
Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies, using vacuum cleaners and shampooers.
Dust and polish furniture and equipment.
Keep storage areas and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy.
Wash windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork, waxing and polishing as necessary.
Sweep, scrub, wax, or polish floors, using brooms, mops, or powered scrubbing and waxing machines.
Move and arrange furniture and turn mattresses.
Hang draperies and dust window blinds.
Wash dishes and clean kitchens, cooking utensils, and silverware.
Polish silver accessories and metalwork, such as fixtures and fittings.
Sort clothing and other articles, load washing machines, and iron and fold dried items.
Request repair services and wait for repair workers to arrive.
Sort, count, and mark clean linens and store them in linen closets.
Prepare rooms for meetings and arrange decorations, media equipment, and furniture for social or business functions.
Run errands, such as taking laundry to the cleaners and buying groceries.
Remove debris from driveways, garages, and swimming pool areas.
Purchase or order groceries and household supplies to keep kitchens stocked and record expenditures.
Deliver television sets, ironing boards, baby cribs, and rollaway beds to guests' rooms.
Care for children or elderly persons by overseeing their activities, providing companionship, and assisting them with dressing, bathing, eating, and other needs.
Plan menus and cook and serve meals and refreshments following employer's instructions or own methods.
Assign duties to other staff and give instructions regarding work methods and routines.
Replace light bulbs.

Average salary
20,564 GBP *
per year

Average salary for Housekeeper

20,605 GBP
20,554 GBP

Average salary for part-time Housekeeper

Average salary for full-time Housekeeper

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Salary over time for Housekeeper

Salary for this role has increased over time

18,076 GBP
17,570 GBP
18,595 GBP
18,594 GBP
19,040 GBP
20,564 GBP
22,080 GBP
21,653 GBP

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Future outlook for Housekeepers

Balanced outlook

42 000+ jobs available

Balanced outlook

3% yearly wage growth (on average)

Balanced outlook

58% chance of automation in the future

Which qualifications do I need?

Find out what you need to know in order to become a Housekeeper and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

In terms of people already doing this job:

64% of people in this role have GCSEs or equivalent
35% of people in this role have do not have GCSEs or equivalent qualifications
1% of people in this role have a Bachelor's degree

You could take a college course to get some of the skills needed in this job. Courses include:

Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Housekeeping)
Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality Industry Skills (Housekeeping)
Level 3 Award in Hospitality Supervision and Leadership Principles

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What technical skills do I need?

Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Housekeeper. Check that you know:

Data base user interface and query software Data entry software

Electronic mail software Email software

Facilities management software Computerized maintenance management system CMMS

Operating system software Microsoft Windows

Spreadsheet software Microsoft Excel

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Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Stress Tolerance Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.

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Housekeeper | Average UK Salary & Outlook

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