Housekeeping Attendant

YOSH; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A private residence in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Housekeeping Attendant to ensure the home remains immaculate and welcoming. Responsibilities include performing high-standard cleaning throughout the residence, maintaining linens, and caring for household items. Ideal candidates will have previous housekeeping experience, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to adhere to hygiene and safety standards. This position requires discretion and a proactive attitude, with tasks to be performed both independently and as part of a household team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in housekeeping or domestic service, preferably in luxury settings.
• Understanding of cleaning techniques and appropriate products for various surfaces.
• Awareness of health and safety best practice.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning duties throughout the residence to an exacting standard.
• Maintain and change bed linens and towels with care.
• Monitor and maintain cleaning products and toiletries.
• Adhere to health, safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

High attention to detail

Strong organisational skills

Good communication skills

Physical fitness

Job description

Overview

Join our private residence team providing meticulous housekeeping services to ensure the home remains immaculate, comfortable and welcoming for residents and guests. As a Housekeeping Attendant you will deliver discreet, reliable and thorough cleaning and household support, maintaining the highest standards of presentation, hygiene and confidentiality. This role requires attention to detail, a proactive attitude and the ability to work both independently and as part of a small household team.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning duties throughout the residence to an exacting standard including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, polishing and sanitising of all living spaces, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

• Maintain and change bed linens and towels ensuring correct presentation and care according to fabric and household requirements.

• Carry out detailed cleaning tasks such as cleaning inside cupboards, wardrobes, appliances, windowsills and other occasional deep-clean activities as scheduled.

• Polish and care for furniture, silverware, glassware and other household items.

• Monitor and maintain cleaning products, toiletries, linens.

• Support preparation and turnaround of rooms for guests including setting out amenities, ensuring privacy and discretion at all times and adhering to any special requests or protocols.

• Report maintenance issues, damages or health and safety concerns promptly to management and cooperate with contractors or specialists during remedial work when required.

• Adhere to health, safety and hygiene standards including safe handling and storage of cleaning chemicals and use of personal protective equipment where necessary.

• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion at all times, respecting the privacy of residents and guests within the household environment.

• Undertake additional household tasks and seasonal projects as directed by the Household Manager or Head of Housekeeping.

Experience

• Previous experience in housekeeping or domestic service, preferably within private residences, luxury homes or boutique hospitality settings.

• Demonstrable experience in laundry care, fabric handling and garment presentation is advantageous.

Knowledge

• Good understanding of cleaning techniques, materials and appropriate products for different surfaces and textiles.

• Awareness of health and safety best practice, including COSHH principles for safe chemical use and storage.

Skills

• High attention to detail with strong organisational and time-management skills.

• Ability to work independently, take initiative and prioritise tasks to meet household standards and schedules.

• Good communication skills and a professional, discreet manner when interacting with residents, guests and colleagues.

• Physical fitness to perform manual tasks including lifting, bending and standing for extended periods.