Live-Out Housekeeper - Central London (Hyde Park)
Full-Time | ASAP Start
Salary: £48,000
A confident, capable and highly organised Housekeeper is sought for a substantial private residence in Central London, close to Hyde Park. The property is arranged over six floors with a roof garden and an adjoining mews house currently undergoing refurbishment.
This is a fully staffed household where you will work as part of a small team of housekeepers, House Manager, PA and security. The successful housekeeper will be a strong team player who is equally comfortable working independently, maintaining exceptionally high standards throughout the home.
Duties will include:
- Daily cleaning and upkeep of a large, high level residence
- Deep cleaning on a rotational basis
- Care of fine fabrics, specialist surfaces, antiques and artwork
- Laundry and wardrobe management, including ironing to a high standard
- Bed making and turndown service
- Liaising with tradespeople
- Monitoring household supplies and reporting to the House Manager
- Assisting with occasional entertaining, greeting guests etc
- Pet care support for two Golden Retrievers (feeding, occasional short walk in private gated garden)
The ideal candidate:
- Has prior experience within a UHNW private household
- Is confident working across a large multi level property
- Demonstrates discretion and respect for privacy at all times
- Has excellent attention to detail and takes pride in their work
- Is organised, proactive and able to use initiative
- Works well within a small, close knit team
- Is dog friendly and comfortable around large breeds
This is a full time position, working when the Principal is in residence.