Live-in Housekeeper, must be a confident driver, Chelsea

Sheila Childs Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a trustworthy and diligent Housekeeper in London. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in a similar role and should demonstrate excellent attention to detail and communication skills. Responsibilities include household cleaning, laundry care, and shopping. A uniform will be provided, and accommodation consists of a self-contained apartment on the property.

Benefits

Self-contained apartment

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years’ experience in a similar role.
• Immaculately presented; uniform will be provided.
• Eligibility to work in the UK is required.

Responsibilities

• Clean and ensure the house is fully stocked.
• Drive short distances as needed.
• Handle household shopping and laundry care.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent English

Competent driver

Impeccable knowledge of laundry care

Proactive and forward thinking

5+ years’ experience in a similar role

Job description

Trustworthy and diligent Housekeeper for with acute attention to detail needed.

Duties

Cleaning Driving short distances in London when required and to Berkshire for the shoots (see below). Car supplied. Light cooking Sweeping the garden (not gardening) Waiting at table Household shopping Ensuring the house is fully stocked at all times Answering door to visitors and deliveries Clothes washing and ironing (including delicate and high quality fabrics, hand washing and dry cleaning) Household stock ordering Approx. 12 weekends per year will be required to travel to Berkshire to help with shoot weekends. Checking that all AV equipment is working properly and that the property is secure

Hours

• As needed.

Days off

• 2 days per week

Accommodation

• A self-contained apartment within the property

Ideal profile / Experience

The ideal candidates will be:

Immaculately presented – uniform will be provided Excellent English Honest and hardworking Competent driver Proactive and forward thinking Impeccable knowledge of laundry care Have acute attention to detail Take pride in their work Active Have 5+ years’ experience in a similar role Knowledge of modern appliances Ability to follow instructions accurately and quickly

Eligible to Work in UK

• Must be eligible to work in UK, no applicants will be considered without the relevant paperwork

Pets

No pets in house

Start Date

10th December or earlier to enable handover with current housekeeper