HEAD HOUSEKEEPER - LIVE OUT

BELGRAVIA, LONDON SW1 & SURREY

Job Reference: HU4440

Salary: £65,000 gross per annum

Part residence properties

Mon to Fri – 2 shifts 8am to 4.30pm & 12.30-9pm with flexibility for occasional weekend cover.

Essential Requirements: Previous UHNW Household experience. Proven staff management skills, with excellent time management. Highest attention to detail. Impeccable housekeeping skills. Good communication skills, team player with a flexible approach. Immaculate presentation. Flexible and adaptable to work longer hours when the principal is in residence. Willingness to travel between the 2 properties. Driver with own car preferred but not essential. 

We are seeking an experienced Head Housekeeper, preferably with previous experience of managing a small private household team. There are 2 properties the main residence in Belgravia and a weekend residence in Surrey. 

The head housekeeper will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Belgravia residence and oversee the housekeepers at the Surrey residence to ensure both residences are routinely maintained and well cared for. 

Duties will include but not limited to: 

·       Liaising with the principals and property management team to stay abreast of the family’s schedules and travel plans, ensuring there is always enough cover at both properties.

·       Hands on Housekeeping to include cleaning, laundry, ironing, wardrobe management

·       Managing household expenses/petty cash and liaising with service providers and contractors

·       Purchasing and preparing groceries for London and Surrey residences.

·       Basic flower arranging for small displays

·       Ad hoc running of errands

·       Receiving visitors, deliveries etc

·       Liaising with gardeners and florists for access times.

·       Laying/clearing the table, serving lunch/dinner, liaison with the chef, planning menus and management of the chef rota. 

As the Principal will not be in residence full time, flexibility when the family is in residence is essential, though normal working hours are Monday to Friday. The principals schedule alters monthly; good communication and interpersonal skills are essential. 

Flair, elegance, and an eye for detail required for this lovely position which is being newly created. 

Must have the ability to work alongside and manage a small team of housekeepers, assisting, training, and guiding as required. Previous experience working in UHNW households is essential to this role.  Salary circa £65,000 Gross depending on experience and longevity in previous similar role. Driver with own car preferred but not essential. (HU4440)