Head Housekeeper - Central London

Knightsbridge; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury private household in Belgravia is seeking a Daily Permanent Head Housekeeper. This role includes overseeing housekeepers, hands-on housekeeping duties, and coordinating with the Property Manager. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in high-end private households, offers exceptional service, and has excellent communication skills. Flexibility for travel between properties and variable hours is also required. Excellent written references are essential for this position. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Head Housekeeper in a high-end household.
• Ability to train and supervise staff.
• Strong knowledge of London suppliers and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage two housekeepers in the residence.
• Coordinate with the Property Manager on schedules and staffing.
• Perform hands-on cleaning, laundry, and wardrobe management.
• Manage household accounts and report expenses.

Skills

Exceptional housekeeping standards

Excellent communication skills

Proactive and discreet

Strong organisational skills

Fluency in English

Job description

Daily Permanent Head Housekeeper – UHNW Private Household – Belgravia, Central London

Salary: £70,000 gross per annum

We are seeking an experienced Daily Permanent Head Housekeeper to work for a private UHNW family residing in a large London townhouse in Belgravia, with occasional travel to a secondary property outside London. This is a fantastic long‑term opportunity for an energetic and experienced Head Housekeeper looking to work within a well‑run UHNW household, offering responsibility, variety, and a competitive salary.

This is a senior, hands‑on role suited to a highly professional, proactive, and discreet Head Housekeeper with proven experience running a high‑end private household.

Required to work Monday to Friday, working on a rota basis: Early shift: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. Late shift: 12:30 pm – 9:00 pm. Flexibility required for occasional weekends and extended hours. When the family is abroad, hours typically revert to the early shift.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, manage, and work alongside two housekeepers in the London residence
• Coordinate daily with the Property Manager regarding schedules, staffing, and operations across both properties
• Hands‑on housekeeping duties including cleaning, laundry, ironing, packing/unpacking, and wardrobe management
• Responsible for the house account, overseeing monthly expenses and reporting to the Property Manager
• Purchase and delivery of groceries and household provisions for both London and the secondary property
• Light flower arranging for informal displays
• Run ad‑hoc errands as required
• Front of House duties: welcoming guests, receiving parcels, supervising contractors and service staff
• Liaise with the chef regarding menus and household rotas; assist with light service, table setting, serving, and clearing

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar Head Housekeeper role within a high‑end private household
• Exceptional housekeeping standards with the ability to train and supervise junior staff
• Excellent communication skills; fluent English essential
• Proactive, trustworthy, discreet, and highly organised
• Flexible to travel between properties and adjust hours based on the family’s needs
• Strong knowledge of London suppliers and vendors
• Ideally hold a full, clean UK driving licence and own reliable transport (travel expenses reimbursed)
• Willing to respond to occasional out‑of‑hours requests
• Excellent written references are essential

Apply now with your CV and references.