We are looking to hire a Daily Permanent Head Housekeeper to work for private family living in large London townhouse based in Belgravia. Occasional travel to another property based outside of London.
Paying £70,000 gross per annum. Required to work Monday to Friday, on a rota basis, covering either an early shift or late shift:
8am – 4.30pm or 12.30pm to 9pm.
All Head Housekeepers applying must be flexible to work occasional weekends/extended hours when required. Family often abroad when hours will revert to an early shift.
We are seeking a highly experienced, professional, pro-active Head Housekeeper to support a UHNW family with the meticulous attention to detail, responsible for the smooth running of their London home.
This is a dynamic and varied role, ideally suitable for a discreet Head Housekeeper with a proven track record, having done a similar role before. Excellent written references a must!
Responsibilities:
• Overseeing 2 other housekeepers, managing and working alongside them in London
• Coordinating daily with the family's Property Manager regarding schedules & staffing needs
across both homes.
• Perform hands-on housekeeping, including cleaning, laundry, ironing, packing/unpacking and
wardrobe management.
• Responsible for house card, overseeing all monthly expenses, reporting to Property Manager.
• Purchasing and deliver of all groceries and household provisions to both London & other
property
• Light flower arranging for informal displays.
• Run ad-hoc errands as required.
• FOH duties, welcoming all guests, receive parcels, supervise all contractors and service staff.
• Coordinate with the chef regarding menus and the household rota; assist with table serving,
clearing, and light service.
Ideal suitable for a Head Housekeeper with:
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role within a high-end private household.
• Exceptional high standards of housekeeping, with the ability to train and supervise junior
housekeeping staff.
• Excellent communication skill, fluent in English
• A proactive, trustworthy, discreet nature.
• Flexibility to travel between properties and adjust working hours based on the family's needs.
• Strong knowledge of London and its suppliers/vendors.
• Ideally a full, clean UK driver's licence and own reliable transport (travel costs reimbursed).
• 3 years + of Head Housekeeping experience
• Willingness to respond to occasional out-of-hours requests.
This is a fantastic Head Housekeeper role for an energetic Head Housekeeper looking for a long-term job starting ASAP.
