Job Descrption
Head Housekeeper
London, Belgravia, Salary £55,000-£60,000 per annum
EHS #7504
Our client, based in Belgravia, is seeking an experienced and skilled Head Housekeeper for this large property with an UHNW family in a part-time residence.
Duties include:
Managing the team of Housekeepers within the residence (duties, rotas, etc)
All aspects of hands-on housekeeping including cleaning, tidying, and organising
Laundry and ironing
Caring for and maintaining fine fabrics, furnishings, and surfaces
Acting as a ‘number two’ to the House Manager, supporting all operations within the residence
Preparation of light breakfasts (eggs, fruit pots etc) on a Sunday when needed – training can be given
Front of House duties – training given if needed
Training temporary members of staff during busier periods
Assessing the schedules already in place and making improvements as necessary
Candidate Requirements:
Experience working in a similar senior position
Willingness to remain hands-on – although this... is a senior role it is expected for the Head Housekeeper to lead by example and remain hands-on in daily duties
Excellent abilities with all aspects of housekeeping – laundress experience would be a real bonus, however, further training on the client’s preferences will be given
Strong English preferred – confident dealing with the client’s requests, visitors, and contractors
Flexible and hardworking, a team player with good leadership skills
Common sense and a good attitude towards the job at hand - energetic and motivated
Computer literate / tech savvy
Well-presented, smiley, and warm
Hours/days:
Non-visit: 5 days per week with some weekend working on a rota (this is yet to be finalised)
Visit: 6 days per week with mixed days off – sensible and fair rota system in place
Salary: £55,000-£60,000 per annum + private medical + generous pension contributions
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