Live Out Housekeeper in Chelsea
We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Housekeeper to join a professional household team in Chelsea. This is a full-time role within a well-structured team, supporting a large family home with high standards of service and presentation.
Key Details:
- Household: 4 adults, 4 children (ages 2-10)
- Pets: 6 small dogs (assisting with meals and letting them into the garden & generally looking after their wellbeing)
- Property: 4 floors, 8 en-suite bedrooms, cinema room, swimming pool, 7 rooms are in daily use
- Team: Working alongside 4 full-time housekeepers, reporting to the Head Housekeeper, who is very hands on and guiding
- Work Schedule: 5-day shift pattern, covering 8-hour shifts between 8 AM - 10 PM, with weekend coverage on rotation
- Salary: £45,000 -£50,000 DOE
- Start Date: ASAP
- Interview Process: Initial video interview, followed by a paid trial
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Housekeeping: Cleaning, tidying, and maintaining high standards of presentation
- Laundry & Wardrobe Care: Bedding, linen, shirts, delicate hand-washing, and luggage packing
- Service: Assisting with breakfast, lunch, and dinner service, including silver service, teas, coffees, and event support
- Team Collaboration: Working alongside colleagues, adapting to changing family needs, and learning the Principal's preferences
- Flexibility: Rotating shifts (8-5pm, 9-6pm, 10-7pm, 1-10pm) and adapting to last-minute changes
- Travel Assistance: Occasional travel support within Europe in the summer.
Ideal Candidate:
- Experience in high-end private households and/or luxury hotels
- Strong English language skills
- Team player with excellent multitasking abilities
- Proactive, hands-on, and detail-oriented
- Professional and discreet
- Service experience preferred, but a willingness to learn is essential
Additional Benefits:
- Uniform provided (black trousers, short and long-sleeve t-shirts, shoes)
- Meals, tea/coffee provided when working
*Please note that we cannot guarantee a response to every application*