Diligent Housekeeper based in South Kensington – Start ASAP

SignatureStaff; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated full-time housekeeper for a high-net-worth family in South Kensington. This role involves traditional housekeeping duties, including cleaning, laundry, and caring for antiques, while also providing dinner party service. The ideal candidate will be loyal, discrete, and possess meticulous attention to detail, ensuring the household runs smoothly. With a generous break during the day and accommodation provided if needed, this position offers a unique opportunity to work in a vibrant household. If you are a skilled communicator and passionate about maintaining a beautiful home, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Accommodation provided

All meals provided

Generous breaks during the day

Qualifications

• Experience in traditional housekeeping duties is essential.
• Must be able to handle delicate items and antiques.

Responsibilities

• Perform traditional housekeeping tasks including cleaning and laundry.
• Provide dinner party service and manage household stock checks.

Skills

Housekeeping

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Loyalty

Discretion

Job description

A HNW French-speaking family has begun their search for a full-time housekeeper to join their busy household in South Kensington.

The housekeeper will be required to carry out the below duties:

1. Traditional housekeeping duties such as vacuuming, dusting, mopping, wiping surfaces
2. Laundry and ironing, dealing with delicates
3. Caring for antiques, including silver polishing
4. Dinner party service
5. Household stock checks
6. Dealing with contractors
7. Liaising with the Head Housekeeper

The days/hours required are Wednesday – Sunday with an 8am start on weekdays and a 9am start on weekends. You will finish between 7pm-9pm with a generous break within the day and all meals provided during your five-day week.

If required, accommodation is provided in a separate 2-bedroom flat next to the house should you wish to live in. This is shared with the private chef when they are working late (usually only 2 days per week). Otherwise, it can also be a live-out position.

The ideal candidate will be loyal, discrete, and a dedicated individual who has meticulous attention to detail. You will need to be a good communicator.

Please see further details below:

Start date: end of April 2025
Location: London
Days/Hours: Wednesday – Sunday (Mon and Tues off); 10-12 hours per day
Accommodation: Separate flat next door
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 gross per annum (DOE)

Please get in touch with your most updated CV to apply for this role.