Housekeeper - Newbury
Housekeeper - The Hare & Hounds, Newbury
Do you take pride in creating beautifully clean, comfortable and welcoming spaces?
At The Hare & Hounds in Newbury, a lovingly restored 17th century coaching inn offering cosy fireside charm, a traditional pub bar and 30 boutique bedrooms, we're looking for a friendly, detail focused Housekeeper to help ensure our guest rooms and public spaces always look their best.
Our bedrooms - located across the Stables, Paddocks, Coach House and Hunters Lodge - are thoughtfully designed, featuring elegant touches such as plush robes, premium toiletries and carefully curated d cor. Your work ensures guests enjoy the comfort, cleanliness and character our inn is known for.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
At The Hare & Hounds, you'll be part of a caring, supportive team in a venue full of warmth, history and charm. You'll get:
- Stream Access - Track, manage, and access your earnings instantly.
- 50% Off Food & Soft Drinks - Across all our brands.
- Free meals when on shift - a selection for you to choose from when on your break
- Wellbeing Support - Mental health, legal guidance, and financial advice.
- Retail Discounts - Enjoy savings from top brands.
- Apprenticeship Programmes - Tailored to your career goals.
- Hotel Discounts - Reduced rates at our award-winning properties.
- Enrichment Days & Team Events - Because fun matters too.
- Long Service Rewards - such as extra holidays and access to private healthcare.
- Event Space Savings - 50% off private hire bookings
What You Bring
You're a great fit if you are:
- Detail oriented - You spot things others might miss
- Proud of high standards - Cleanliness, presentation, and consistency
- Organised and reliable - You work efficiently and independently
- Friendly and approachable - Warm communication with guests & team
- A team player - Happy to help wherever needed
- Experienced OR eager to learn - Full training provided
What You'll Do
As a Housekeeper at The Hare & Hounds, you'll help maintain the cosy, charming atmosphere guests love:
- Clean and prepare guest bedrooms - Beds, bathrooms, dusting, vacuuming, and finishing touches
- Handle laundry - Towels, linens and replenishing housekeeping trolleys
- Maintain public areas - Corridors, reception spaces, dining areas and guest facilities
- Restock room amenities - Toiletries, teas, coffees, robes, etc.
- Set up dog friendly items - Ensuring dog beds, bowls & treats are clean and ready
- Report maintenance issues promptly
- Work closely with Reception & Maintenance to ensure rooms are guest ready
Ready to Create Beautiful Spaces in a Historic Berkshire Inn?
If you love creating calm, clean, inviting spaces and want to work in a venue full of heart, heritage and hospitality, we'd love to welcome you as a Housekeeper at The Hare & Hounds, Newbury.
We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer - everyone is welcome.