Head of House and Operations

We dream of Waverley Abbey becoming a destination of encounter with God, providing a world-class service in all areas of hospitality, centred around simple excellence. A 5-star experience that allows each guest to understand that they are important to us, and we are here to serve them with kindness and excellence in customer service, which guests will feel in abundance. Guests will leave Waverley Abbey feeling restored, revived and refreshed, knowing that they are now part of our connected family.

The House Manager at Waverley Abbey House is responsible for the overall management and operation of the House and departments within it (including Reception, Reservations, Housekeeping, and Catering). The position collaborates with the Events Manager and the Food and Beverage Operations Manager to ensure the overall operation of the House and Estate is maintained daily and that the needs of the employees and guests are met and exceeded.

For key responsibilities and person specification please download job pack.

This role holds a Genuine Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 to be a practising Christian who assents to Waverley Abbey’s Statement of Faith.

If you’d like to apply, please provide your CV and a cover letter that directly addresses the requirements of the job description, including why you are interested in the role.

We reserve the right to close applications early.

Please note, an appointment will be subject to:

• Evidence of Right to Work in the UK
• Satisfactory references
• A satisfactory Enhanced DBS disclosure (where applicable)
• Meeting Occupational Requirement criteria
• Satisfactory completion of a probationary period