Head Housekeeper job (M/F) in Dubai, UAE
Job description
A respected European family residing in a two-floor apartment on the Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, is seeking an experienced Executive Housekeeper to join their warm and supportive household.
The family has three children aged 9 years, 3 years, and 8 months, as well as one cat, and are committed to building a long-term, stable relationship with the right candidate.
Responsibilities
- Maintain the home to an exceptionally high standard of cleanliness and organization
- Laundry, ironing, steaming, and wardrobe care
- Organizing clothing, shoes, household items, inventories, and storage areas
- Care for valuable household items and delicate materials
- Care for outdoor plants
- Occasional Cooking for the family
Requirements
- Exceptional skills in housekeeping and household organization at the highest level
- Intermediate or Upper-Intermediate English
- Clear communication and proactive approach
- Exceptional attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness
- Strong laundry, ironing, steaming, and garment-care skills
- Experience handling valuable household items and working with materials such as wood, leather, marble, crystal, silk, cashmere, and fine fabrics
- Excellent organizational skills, including wardrobe management, seasonal clothing storage, decluttering, and inventory management
- Ability to understand and consistently follow household standards and instructions
- Fast and efficient worker with a strong sense of responsibility
- Experience in a high-net-worth household
- Strong healthy cooking skills
- Basic computer literacy
Work conditions
- Live-out position - accommodation not provided
- 6 days per week - 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM or 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Location: Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
- Paid annual Leave
- Visa and medical insurance provided
- Paid overtime
- Annual bonus
- Opportunity to travel with the family
Salary
A passionate and dedicated recruitment consultant at Morgan and Mallet International, bringing years of hands-on private household experience to the team. While new to the recruitment industry, I offer invaluable insight into the unique needs and dynamics of high-profile households. My role involves supporting the entire recruitment process from drafting detailed job descriptions to identifying suitable candidates and coordinating interviews. With a deep understanding of what makes a successful household staff member, I bridge the gap between clients and candidates with empathy and precision. My firsthand knowledge, combined with a strong commitment to excellence, ensures a thoughtful and tailored recruitment experience for every client.
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