House Manager, £80Kgpa, London

Silver and Bow; London; On-site; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-net-worth family in Central London is seeking a skilled House Manager to oversee household operations and team management. This role blends hands-on work with leading the household staff, ensuring premium guest experiences and maintaining the household to high standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in luxury home management or as a Chief Stewardess, complemented by outstanding communication and leadership skills, demonstrating discretion and attention to detail.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Working alongside high-end clientele

Opportunity for personal development

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chief Stewardess or in a similar Head Housekeeper/Household Manager role.
• Polished and welcoming demeanor with excellent spoken and written English.
• Hands-on housekeeping expertise and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage and mentor a team of 3+ housekeepers.
• Act as a welcoming host for family and guests.
• Proactively manage all household inventories and maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Tech Savvy

Customer Service

Job description

House Manager, £80Kgpa, London


An UHNW family based in Central London is looking for a House Manager with Front of House duties for a brand-new residence. The ideal candidate will have a wide range of experience managing a team, service, household maintenance and may have a chief steward/ess/ superyacht background or similar high end private household. You will be the linchpin of the home's operational excellence, combining hands-on work with front-of-house and household management duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Management:Directly manage and mentor a team of 3+ housekeepers, overseeing their schedules, training, and performance to ensure seamless operations and consistent adherence to household standards. Potentially assist with oversight of other household staff (e.g., drivers, chef, security) in coordination with the family office.
• Hosting & Guest Relations:Act as a welcoming host for family and guests. Provide yacht-style servicefor all entertaining, from intimate family dinners to larger events (up to 30 guests, held quarterly). This includes table settings, sophisticated food and beverage service (including silver service), and ensuring a seamless guest experience.
• Personal Assistance & Support:Work closely with the family's Senior Private PA, managing select correspondence, and assisting with household-related event coordination and planning.
• Wardrobe & Valet Management:Expertly manage and maintain family wardrobes, including organisation, packing/unpacking for travel, liaising with dry cleaners and tailors, and ensuring garments are impeccably cared for.
• Household Operations & Maintenance Oversight:Proactively manage all household inventories, supplies, and stock levels. Coordinate and oversee external contractors, vendors, and service providers for maintenance and repairs, ensuring efficient and timely completion of tasks.
• Financial & Administrative Acumen:Manage household budgets, petty cash, and administrative tasks with meticulous attention to detail.

Requirments

• Experience as a Chief Stewardesson a superyacht or in a similar Head Housekeeper/Household Manager role within a large, high-end private residence.
• front-of-house presence:Polished, articulate, and presentable with a naturally welcoming demeanour.
• hands-on housekeeping expertiseand a genuine willingness to be actively involved in daily tasks.
• leadership abilitieswith experience managing and motivating a household team
• Highly organised and proactive, with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to anticipate needs.
• Tech-savvyand able to quickly adapt to smart home systems and other household technologies.
• Flexible and adaptableto the fluid demands of a private family residence, including working 5-6 days a week with flexible hours.
• Excellent communication skillswith fluent, impeccable spoken and written English
• A discreet, trustworthy, and calm temperament.
• Comfortable working with young children.
• Pet-friendly

Days of work: Monday to Friday (occasional weekend work for a few hours when the family entertain)
Hours of work: 9am-6pm or 8am-5pm

Start date: End Aug/early Sept

Salary: £80K gpa


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