SENIOR HOUSEKEEPER IN ROEHAMPTON

The Lady Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A private client in Roehampton, Southwest London is seeking a full-time Senior Housekeeper to oversee housekeeping operations in a fully staffed household. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in high-end residences, exceptional attention to detail, and a proactive approach. Responsibilities include leading housekeeping tasks, managing operations, and ensuring the home remains pristine. Flexibility for weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Extensive previous experience in private high-end residences.
• Child and dog friendly.
• Strong initiative and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleanliness and smooth running of the household.
• Lead and oversee housekeeping operations.
• Manage day-to-day housekeeping activities.

Skills

Proactive

Attention to detail

Good communication

Laundry and wardrobe management

Job description

Overview

Our returning clients are seeking a full-time Senior Housekeeper for their family home located in Roehampton, Southwest London. This is a fully staffed household that includes one other full-time Housekeeper.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, highly organised, and intuitive, with the ability to both take the lead on all housekeeping matters whilst working collaboratively with the second part-time Housekeeper.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the smooth running and cleanliness of the household, including general housekeeping duties and overseeing the daily standards of the home
• Leading the housekeeping department, overseeing all housekeeping operations, setting high standards and offering guidance/support and delegating tasks to the second Housekeeper whilst working together as part of a team
• Caring for a variety of luxury finishes, materials, and furnishings
• Managing day-to-day housekeeping operations and report to the House Manager on any maintenance issues, eventually being involved with stock taking and ordering etc
• Occasional family style cooking (bonus but not essential)

The Ideal Candidate Will Be

• Proactive, self-motivated and have strong initiative someone who anticipates needs rather than waits for instruction
• Extensive previous experience working in private high-end residences
• Exceptional attention to detail and thorough approach
• Good communication skills and command of English language
• Child and Dog friendly
• Strong laundry and wardrobe management skills
• A polished and professional presentation
• Highly discreet

Working days & hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am 4pm (with flexibility to work weekends on request)