Live In or Live Out Head Housekeeper job in Chelsea, SW London
A returning client is looking for an experienced and well organised Head Housekeeper to help in the smooth running of their home. They are currently living in a large apartment and will be moving to a larger refurbished house nearby in the next 6/8 months.
The family have two children aged 10 and 16 years and currently employ a Governess/Nanny and a Live in Housekeeper. When the family move, they will be employing a Chef. The female principal works from an office inside the home.
Duties to include:
Hands on cleaning to a high standard
Hands on laundry and ironing to a high standard
Supervising their Housekeeper who works 6 days per week (Thursdays off)
Pack and unpack luggage
Setting up systems and organising
The family travel every school holiday, during those periods you will revert to a 5-day week. All holidays must be taken when they are away.
The ideal candidate for this role will have a brilliant eye for detail, work well in a small team and have experience in a similar role.
House: Large 4-bedroom apartment (moving to refurbished 4 storey home nearby in 6/8 months time)
Days: 6 days per week (including weekends) – the client will consider 5 days per week (including weekends)
Hours: Live In, 8/8.30am – 8/8.30pm (with 2-hour break), 12 hours per day OR Live Out, 9/9.30am start, 9 hours per day
Accommodation: In their current apartment you will have your own private bedroom and bathroom. Future accommodation in their new home to be confirmed.
Salary: £negotiable for the right candidate
Vacancy Number: 149103
Start: When the right candidate is found
Consultant to contact: Anisa Sykes Lane