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Looking to Hire a Live-in Head Housekeeper/House Manager in Frankfurt, Germany
Full Time Head Housekeeper Job Offer and Vacancy in Frankfurt, Germany
Our busy HNW client, a family of three residing in Frankfurt, Germany is looking to recruit a Head Housekeeper / House Manager to ensure the constant top cleanliness of their upmarket 2000 m2 property in Frankfurt, Germany.
The head housekeeper / house manager will be assisted by a housekeeper who she will have to manage, train and supervise.
The family travels on many occasions. The candidates must have experience in private residences of a high calibre and be versed in high standards. They have to be self-starters and able to take initiatives while being highly discreet and flexible.
They require the Head Housekeeper to manage all laundry, ironing, housekeeping, errands and occasional assistance to the private chef to the highest standards completely hands on.
Accommodation is provided in a large and independent, fully furnished and equipped appartement on the property.
The head housekeeper / house manager will be assisted by a housekeeper who she will have to manage, train and supervise.
The family travels on many occasions. The candidates must have experience in private residences of a high calibre and be versed in high standards. They have to be self-starters and able to take initiatives while being highly discreet and flexible.
They require the Head Housekeeper to manage all laundry, ironing, housekeeping, errands and occasional assistance to the private chef to the highest standards completely hands on.
Accommodation is provided in a large and independent, fully furnished and equipped appartement on the property.
Vacancy duties and responsibilities
- Maintain cleaning check list & record
- Ensure that the property is always pristine and ready for the arrival of the family or their guests
- Detailed cleaning including carpets and windows, surfaces & antiques
- Follow the cleaning routine
- Laundry and ironing including linens, VIP wardrobe and delicate items
- Management of the housekeeper
- Household inventory management
- Stock management
- Running basic errands
- Organise and supervise external service providers and suppliers
- Personal shopping on employer’s request
- Maintaining cleaning equipment at all times
- Fleet management (service car and owner’s cars)
- Occasional pick-up/drop-off at the airport
- Special care of furnishings, delicate surfaces, high-end household appliances
- Hand-washing and special care of fine linens and delicate clothing
- Wardrobe management
- Decoration and flower arrangement
- Team work
- Assisting in the preparation for functions / receptions & special occasions
- Setting up the table and occasional assistance to the private chef
- Informal service on special occasions (diners, events, receptions)
- Prepare and keep the rooms as per specified standards
- Report to the principals
Profile requirement
- M/F
- At least 5 years of experience as a Head housekeeper / House Manager in a private household
- Experience in the management of upscale properties
- Highly discreet, trustworthy and reliable
- Flexibility and disposability required
- Autonomous self-starter and team leader with the ability to take initiatives
- Sense of duty and of service
- Responsible and polyvalence
- Managerial qualities
- Experience with precious and delicate materials and fabrics (marble, exotic woods, carpets, artwork etc)
- Experience with delicate fabrics like cachemire and silk
- Fluent command of English in verbal and written communication
- French and/or German a plus
- Honest and trustworthy with a pro-active mind set
- Detail oriented with the ability to respect a schedule and organise the work load
- High level of experience cleanliness and laundry
- Flexible and able to accommodate principle e/o guests schedule including public holidays and weekends throughout the year.
- Proven ability to work unsupervised for long periods
- Written references confirming abilities in similar roles
- Eagerness to be employed on a long-term basis and commit to the appointment.
- Driving licence (service car provided)
Job Condition
- Position: Live-in head housekeeper / house manager
- Start date: as soon as possible
- Permanent and full-time employment contract
- Schedule is flexible in accordance to the house’s and family’s needs
- Accomodation: independent, fully furnished and equipped appartment
Head Housekeeper Salary
Salary based on experience and qualifications for the right candidate, starting at 3500 € net/month
Role Information
Ad reference: 1920 CAN
Post on 03/09/2022 by Morgan & Mallet International
Ad reference: 1920 CAN
Post on 03/09/2022 by Morgan & Mallet International
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This role is managed by Morgan Mallet International London
Address: 25 North Row, Mayfair, London W1K 6DJ, United Kingdom
Phone : +44 20 3314 1044
E-mail : contact@householdstaff.agency
This role is managed by Morgan Mallet International London
Address: 25 North Row, Mayfair, London W1K 6DJ, United Kingdom
Phone : +44 20 3314 1044
E-mail : contact@householdstaff.agency
