Head housekeeper in Fulham, London, United Kingdom


A Head Housekeeper with experience working in big property is needed to lead the team of 2 housekeepers, under butler and a laundress in 8-bedroom house in Central London. There are 6 family members (2 children) and 2 nannies who permanently live in the property. It is a new team which is why good team building and communication skills are required. 

Requirements
  • 5 years’ experience in big property (6+ bedrooms, 2+ housekeepers)
  • Experience in 5* hotel as a plus
  • Verified references
  • Managerial skills 
  • Team leader
  • Driving License as a plus (car can be provided for work) 
  • English  
  • Knowledge of business English 
  • Excellent communication skills 
  • Excellent team building skills
  • Pet-friendly  

Duties and responsibilities
  • Daily briefings with the staff (2 housekeepers, under butler and a laundress)
  • Insuring high-standard cleanliness in the house at all times
  • Hands-on attitude 
  • Helping housekeepers when necessary 
  • Performing housekeeping duties (cleaning, laundry and ironing) when needed 
  • Liaising with contractors, caterers, vendors and other outside staff 
  • Hiring and training new staff 
  • Planning monthly schedules for housekeepers, under butler and laundress
  • Being the main point of contact between the staff and the Principals
  • Managing the wardrobe
  • Travelling with the family 
  • Packing and unpacking the suitcases
  • Running personal errands of the Principals 

Schedule
5 days - on, 2 days – off
Flexible hours (up to 12 hours per day) 
Occasional weekends 

Contract
Live-out position.
Trial period – 4 weeks 

Salary
Salary negotiable, depending on the profile and experience 

Start – September 2016
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Position filled