Careers

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At the Cabarfeidh Hotel in Stornoway, we believe in the values of true Hebridean Hospitality. Our guests are at the centre of everything we do, and we understand that a content and motivated team are the driving force behind the collective success.

Joining our team is more than just having a job – it means becoming a valued member of a close-knit family. Our work environment thrives on mutual support and encouragement, fostering a positive and collaborative atmosphere. Whether you're contemplating advancing your career in the hospitality industry or seeking a fulfilling part-time role, if you possess a genuine passion for hospitality and a desire to contribute to a supportive and dynamic team, we would love to hear from you.

No two days are alike at the Cabarfeidh Hotel, where memories are crafted, and every moment is an opportunity for growth and learning. As an employer committed to the real living wage, we value our team and ensure they receive a generous range of employee benefits. We are dedicated to supporting our staff in reaching their full potential, offering competitive salaries, robust learning and development opportunities, and discounts throughout the company.

Interested in working for us at the Cabarfeidh Hotel? Below are the current opportunities available for individuals with a passion for hospitality. To apply or for more information, feel free to reach out to our Hotel Manager or give us a call at 01851 702604.

Housekeeping Manager

Salary£30,000

Do you have experience in busy hotels and hospitality venues? Are you taking pride in your work and are dedicated to a job well done? Do you genuinely care about hospitality, have an eye for what needs done and the attention to detail that makes the difference?

If you do, then the 4-star 48-bedroom Cabarfeidh Hotel has an excellent opportunity for you to join their developing team as a passionate, dedicated and hands on Housekeeping Manager to lead all things housekeeping.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • You will be very hands on, leading your team from the front by demonstrating passion, attention to detail and delivering excellence.
  •  It is your responsibility to deliver the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the accommodation, events and public areas of the hotel in particular as well as throughout the back of house in general.
  • You will recruit, train and develop your team, you will motivate your team and correct and improve performances and standards.
  • You will implement, monitor and develop your department’s practices, policies and procedures. You will manage your department’s budgets and monitor and maintain appropriate stock levels of chemicals and linen.
  • You will work closely and in conjunction with the other departments of the hotel and you and your team will contribute to the overall development of the hotel.
  • As Head of Department, you will be part of the management team of the hotel and will be directly involved in the day to day running of the hotel as well as shaping its strategic development.

 

This is a permanent, full-time position and includes working weekends.

Housekeeping Assistant

Salary£12.00 per hour

As a housekeeping assistant, you will play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness of our hotel by ensuring that all accommodation, function and public areas of the hotel are spotlessly clean to provide the perfect welcome and stay of our guests.

As Housekeeping Assistant you will:

  • Take pride in your work and enjoy the satisfaction of leaving behind a tidy, fresh, crisp and immaculately clean space.
  • You care about the comfort of our guests and have an eye for detail.
  • Perform general housekeeping duties, ensuring the highest cleanliness and hygiene standards in all bedrooms are maintained at all times.
  • Ensure all linen, amenities and supplies are replenished as needed.
  • Respond to guest enquiries and requests promptly and effectively.
  • Adhere to COSHH, Health & Safety and cleaning standards, policies and procedures.
  • Maintain the cleanliness of the public areas of the hotel.
  • Assist with our in-house laundry and with maintaining the cleanliness of the back of house areas if and when needed.
  • Respect your fellow colleagues in other departments and be a part of one big and successful team.

This is a full-time position, with 5 out of 7 shifts including weekends, but can also be part-time if this suits you better.

Laundry Assistant

Salary£12.00 per hour

As a housekeeping assistant, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and availability of high-quality linen and towels for our guests.

As Laundry Assistant you will:

  • Play a crucial role in delivering crisp and clean linen, cloths and towels for the accommodation, F&B and events departments of the hotel.
  • Take pride in your work and care about the comfort of our guests.
  • Operating and maintaining laundry equipment including washers, dryers and ironing machines.
  • Sorting, washing, drying, folding and organizing linen, cloths and towels according to hotel standards.
  • Inspecting linen for stains, tears, or damage and notifying the relevant department for replacement or repairs.
  • Stocking linen closets and carts to ensure an adequate supply of clean and folded linen and towels.
  • Adhere to COSHH, Health & Safety and cleaning standards, policies and procedures.
  • Respect your fellow colleagues in other departments and be a part of one big and successful team.

 

This position has entirely flexible working hours – the hours that work best for you will work for us.

Food & Beverage Attendant

What we are looking for in a candidate:

  • Open and friendly with a desire to deliver exceptional guest experiences
  • Good attention to detail and accuracy
  • A team player, contributing positively to team performance
  • Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise workload
  • Ability to assess and meet the needs of the guest

Kitchen Porter

Salary£12.00 per hour

This is a key position within this busy kitchen and as a kitchen porter you will be playing a vital role in helping the team to deliver outstanding catering for all guests of the hotel.  

As Kitchen Porter you will:

  • Take ownership in maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen.
  • Have a keen eye for detail and passion for a job well done.
  • Keeping all work surfaces, walls and floors spotlessly clean and sanitised.
  • Support the chefs in completing all cleaning routines to the highest standards.
  • Adhere to all required standards for cleanliness and hygiene.
  • Learn basic food preparation skills.
  • Have a can-do attitude and work well under pressure.
  • You are a great team player with a sense of humour.

 

Apply Today!

If you are interested in any of the above positions please send your CV to markus@calahotels.com. For further information and other vacancies, contact the hotel on 01851 702604.