Teasses Estate in Fife are seeking an exceptional graduate with a passion for luxury hospitality, guest experience, and operational excellence to join our Housekeeping & Hospitality Management Trainee Programme.

This is a unique opportunity to gain comprehensive experience within a prestigious private estate, learning the standards, systems, and leadership skills required to manage luxury accommodation, housekeeping operations, guest services, events, and hospitality teams.

The successful candidate will report to The Estate Factor and work closely with senior staff and department heads, receiving structured training while taking increasing responsibility for the delivery of exceptional standards throughout the estate.

This is a Full-Time Graduate Training Programme extending over a 24 month period

Key Responsibilities

Housekeeping Operations

* Assist in the day-to-day management of housekeeping operations across guest accommodation, public rooms, and estate properties.

* Learn and maintain the highest standards of presentation, cleanliness, and attention to detail.

* Conduct room and property inspections using established quality standards.

* Assist with housekeeping schedules, rotas, and staff allocation.

* Support linen, laundry, and inventory management systems.

* Monitor housekeeping supplies and coordinate purchasing requirements.

* Assist with seasonal deep-cleaning programmes and property changeovers.

* Ensure guest rooms are prepared to an exceptional standard prior to arrivals.

* Support the implementation and maintenance of operating procedures and service standards.

Hospitality & Guest Services

* Welcome guests and assist in delivering a warm, professional, and highly personalised experience.

* Coordinate guest arrivals, departures, itineraries, and special requests.

* Liaise with housekeeping, kitchen, maintenance, and estate teams to ensure seamless service delivery.

* Food preparation

* Assist with the management of guest accommodation bookings and occupancy schedules.

* Develop an understanding of luxury service standards and guest expectations.

* Handle guest enquiries professionally and efficiently.

* Support the preparation of guest information packs and welcome amenities.

Events & Entertaining

* Assist with the planning and delivery of estate lunches, dinners, receptions, and private events.

* Support table setting, room preparation, and hospitality presentation.

* Coordinate suppliers and event logistics.

* Assist with guest lists, seating plans, and event administration.

* Support front-of-house operations during events.

* Participate in post-event reviews and operational planning.

Property Management

* Scheduling routine property inspections with in-house maintenance team.

* Arranging external contractors.

* Developing an e-record of works with follow up.

* Ensuring compliance with fire and gas safety.

Team Leadership & Management Development (Mentor Craig Cameron - Estate Factor)

* Learn effective supervision and leadership techniques.

* Support recruitment, induction, and training of housekeeping staff.

* Assist with staff scheduling and workforce planning.

* Participate in performance reviews and team meetings.

* Develop skills in motivating and managing hospitality teams.

Administration & Operational Management

* Maintain housekeeping records, inventories, and operational documentation.

* Assist with budgeting and cost control.

* Monitor stock levels and purchasing requirements.

* Prepare reports and operational updates for management.

* Support health and safety compliance and risk management procedures.

Training & Development -

This is not classroom-based training or a conventional graduate role. It is a fully immersive experience designed to give you a real understanding of how a high-standard private household and estate operates day to day. You will be exposed to the rhythm, standards, discretion, and attention to detail required in one of the most specialised areas of private service.

The programme brings together practical experience with expert guidance. You will learn directly from the estate owners, senior management, experienced household professionals, and trusted specialists who understand what it takes to run a private household exceptionally well.

From guest care, household presentation, service standards, events, estate operations, and the wider expectations of private family life, you will gain insight into a world that is rarely accessible at graduate level.

This is an opportunity to build confidence, judgement, and professional polish in a supportive but high-expectation environment. For someone with curiosity, energy, and a genuine interest in private household management, it offers the chance to develop the foundations of a long-term and highly rewarding career.

Learn from people who know the sector. Experience the standards first-hand. Begin building a career in private household management from within a truly immersive estate environment.

The programme will provide structured training and practical experience in:

* Luxury Housekeeping Management (Mentor Lady Morrison)

* Guest Services & Hospitality (Mentor Claire Morrison Ball)

* Accommodation Operations (Mentor Kat Gilmour - Events Manager)

* Event Hospitality (Mentor Kat Gilmour - Events Manager)

* Staff Supervision (Mentor Craig Cameron - Estate Factor)

* Quality Control & Property Inspection (Mentor Craig Cameron - Estate Factor)

* Inventory & Budget Management (Mentor Seamus Laffen - Commercial Manager)

* Health & Safety Compliance (Mentor Craig Cameron - Estate Factor)

* Private Estate Operations (Mentor Craig Cameron - Estate Factor)

The trainee will receive mentoring from senior management and undertake specific operational projects throughout the programme.

Candidate Specification

Essential requirements

* Any Degree, not necessarily in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Events Management, Business Management, Tourism, or related discipline.

* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

* Genuine interest in luxury hospitality and guest service.

* Professional and confident manner.

* High standards of personal presentation.

* Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

* Full UK driving licence.

Helpful previous experience

* Some experience in hospitality, housekeeping, hotels, events, or customer service.

* Experience working in luxury hospitality environments.

* Knowledge of housekeeping procedures and quality standards.

* Familiarity with booking or property management systems.

Personal Attributes

* Passionate about hospitality and service excellence.

* Naturally organised and highly detail-oriented.

* Proactive and willing to take initiative.

* Professional, discreet, and trustworthy.

* Flexible and adaptable.

* Positive and enthusiastic.

* Comfortable working in a hands-on operational environment.

* Able to lead by example.

Future Career Opportunities

This programme is designed to develop future leaders within luxury hospitality and private estates and may lead to positions such as:

* Assistant Housekeeping Manager

* Housekeeping Manager

* Hospitality Manager

* Guest Services Manager

* Estate Hospitality Manager

Operations Manager
Private House Manager
Senior Stewardship

The role offers an outstanding foundation for a long-term career in luxury hospitality and estate management, combining practical operational experience with structured management development.

Pay: £26,500.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

Leven KY8 5PG: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)

Education:

Bachelor's (required)

Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Location:

Leven KY8 5PG (required)

Willingness to travel:

25% (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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