Assistant Woodworker at THE UMSTEAD HOTEL & SPA

Description

Position Summary

The Assistant Woodworker is responsible for maintaining and restoring all wooden furniture and fixtures across the property, with a special focus on outdoor pieces. This position plays a key role in upholding the hotel’s aesthetic standards by ensuring that every wooden surface reflects the brand’s commitment to luxury, detail, and quality craftsmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and restore all outdoor wooden furniture and decorative elements to the highest standards of appearance and durability.

• Use appropriate chemicals, strippers, and tools to safely remove existing varnish, paint, or finishes.

• Perform staining, varnishing, painting, detailing, and upholstery reattachment for wooden furniture and fixtures.

• Add finishing touches, including polishing and buffing, to restore and enhance the natural luster of wood surfaces.

• Disassemble items as needed for refinishing or repair using appropriate hand and power tools.

• Fill and smooth cracks, depressions, and imperfections using wood putty, glue, nails, screws, and related materials.

• Mix and apply finish ingredients to achieve desired colors, shades, and finishes that align with the hotel’s design palette.

• Remove old or damaged finishes and parts using sandpaper, abrasives, solvents, steel wool, or stripping tools.

• Clean and prepare all surfaces properly prior to applying new finishes or coatings.

• Ensure all work areas are clean, organized, and in compliance with health and safety regulations.

• Work collaboratively with the Engineering and Housekeeping teams to address repair and maintenance requests promptly and professionally.

Job Requirements

• Perform all assigned tasks following strict safety procedures and hotel policies.

• Ability to work on ladders or elevated platforms for extended periods.

• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.

• Quick learner with the ability to absorb training efficiently and follow detailed instructions.

• Physically capable of performing duties involving frequent lifting, climbing, balancing, walking, stretching, stooping, and handling of materials.

• Strong attention to detail, craftsmanship, and an eye for quality finishes.

• Basic knowledge of woodworking tools, finishing materials, and safety practices.

• Positive attitude and professional demeanor consistent with a luxury hotel environment.

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