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Full Time Head Housekeeper vacancy and job offer near Newbury, Berkshire, UK

A lovely relaxed  family are looking to recruit a Head Housekeeper for their small estate on the Hampshire/Berkshire border (near Newbury). This role would also be suitable for someone with previous private house experience looking for a more senior position or someone from a yachting background making the transition to a land-based role.
 
We are looking for a friendly, cheerful & pro-active candidate who will fit in to the harmonious and energetic team responsible for maintaining high standards in this 14-bedroom weekend home.
 
The Head Housekeeper will have extensive housekeeping and laundry knowledge, as well as experience working with antiques and fine finishes.  An eye for detail essential.  Experience in FOH and table service are vital for this role, wine knowledge and cellar care would be an advantage. Estate is fully staffed so no cooking or child care expected.
 

Vacancy duties and responsibilities

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  • All housekeeping duties 
  • FOH and table service for both formal and informal weekends and events
  • Liaising with the Chef, Head Gardner, Maintenance man, and the Estate office to plan the day to day running, weekends, and events
  • House staff recruitment, training and rotas, holiday requests
  • Writing and implementing deep cleaning and maintenance schedules
  • Keeping the house bible up to date 
  • House purchasing and stock management
  • Care of contractors
  • Estate security 
  • Sole-charge pet care when family are away

Profil requirement

​​Due to the location of the house someone who loves the countryside and is comfortable around animals and country pursuits is essential.

  • You will have proven experience in similar role with checkable references
  • Happy to obtain Enhanced DBS
  • Full clean driving licence essential, own vehicle preferred

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Job Condition

Schedule: 5 day working week to include weekends, with 2 consecutive days off in the week. Flexible in your working hours. Split shifts and longer days are required when the family are in residence

The accommodation on offer is a modern two-bedroom cottage with a small private garden within the grounds but separate from the main house. Basic utilities will be paid.
 
Well behaved pets will be considered.
 
Partners would be considered for a Houseman/handyman role the Estate are also looking to fill, please enquire for further details.

Head Housekeeper Salary

​ £40,000 - £45,000 Gross per year
Role Information
Ad reference: 1935 LDM
Post on 04/10/2022 by Morgan & Mallet International
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

Téléphone : +1 332 236 7366
​E-mail : contact@householdstaff.agency