Housekeeping Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Join the Discovery family, where quality and service are at the heart of everything we do!
Discovery Land Company is a US-based developer and operator of private residential club communities and resorts with a world-renowned portfolio of domestic and international properties.
Taymouth Castle Golf and Sport Club is Discovery’s second European private members-only golf sport community. Nestled between two national parks and at the head of Loch Tay in Kenmore, Perthshire, the club incorporates several land estates and is rich in history with dramatic views and offers endless adventures.
This private lifestyle-driven community will offer 125 residences, a redesigned world-class golf course and practice facility, wellness and recreation facilities, a range of outdoor pursuits as well as a refurbished 19th century castle to offer a clubhouse with a range of food beverage outlets and indoor activities. The Club also offers additional facilities at a nearby farm and mountain estate. Taymouth Castle offers a membership that values its relationships, its health, its leisure time, and is a modern community that honours Scotland’s strong legacy of history, outdoor adventure and, most importantly, fun.
*Please note- the selected candidate must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom without visa sponsorship**
Our Residential Services Team is responsible for making sure our member facilities and accommodation is looking it’s absolute best at all times. As more facilities are completed at the Club, we are looking to welcome more Assistants into our dedicated team.
Having previous experience of professional housekeeping would be a great advantage, however, knowing that you have an eye for detail and enjoy cleaning and tidying to ensure things are ‘just so’ are some of the core essentials our colleagues are looking for in a new team member.
You will be trained and become highly skilled in cleaning a variety of facilities from wild kitchens and woodland retreats to comfort stations, guest rooms and houses and even the historic Taymouth Castle when the refurbishment is complete. Being able to work in a fast-paced environment and not be phased by changing priorities keep our days varied and focussed on perfection. Nothing is left untouched by our professional Residential Services team.
We have openings for both full and part-time hours.
Key duties:
- Cleaning a range of accommodation types with kitchens and communal areas: making beds, sorting linen, hoovering, cleaning bathrooms, toilets, washing windows, paintwork and deep cleaning.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Knowledge of cleaning, sanitation products, techniques, and methods and cleaning a range of materials and sensitive materials would be an advantage but training can be given.
- Exceptional attention to detail, quality, and service
- At least 3 months of previous experience (preferred)
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including, but not limited to, working outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, walking, stretching, bending and moving for periods of up to 8 hours, and lifting and carrying items.
Benefits and Perks:
- Competitive Pay
- Meals on duty
- Uniform provided
- Pension Contribution
- Professional development
- A Work-Family Culture
About Discovery Land Company
Founded in 1994 by Michael S. Meldman, Discovery Land Company specialises in building luxury residential private club communities and resorts throughout the World. We have grown to be the premier player in the high-end resort residential niche with over 20 world-class projects in our portfolio. Every community features unparalleled amenities and inspired experiences that cater to a family-oriented lifestyle. Driven by a commitment to excellence and innovation, Discovery’s distinguishing hallmark is a unique approach to each location that respectfully integrates the natural and cultural characteristics of the land that surrounds it.
Named Robb Report Vacation Homes and Luxury Living’s best developers of resort communities, Discovery’s golf courses are continuously named among the top golf courses in the US by professionals and amateur golfers alike. For more information about our company and properties, visit https://discoverylandco.com/our-worlds
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Housekeeping Assistant roles across Taymouth Castle's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £13 - £13 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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