106811: Full-time Live-out Housekeeper in Regent's Park, London, UK

Live-out Housekeeper in Regent’s Park
Job Type    Permanent Full-time
Area    Regents Park, London All
Sector    Household Staff - Housekeeper
Salary    £45–£55k gross per year DOE

Start Date    ASAP

Job Ref    106811

Description
On behalf of our returning private client, we are seeking an experienced and highly professional Housekeeper to join a well-established household team at a prestigious private residence in Regent’s Park, London.
 
Working as part of a small, close-knit team under the direction of the House Manager and Senior Housemaid, you will play a central role in maintaining an impeccable standard of housekeeping throughout the residence.
This is a varied and hands-on role requiring someone who takes genuine pride in their work, has a meticulous eye for detail, and is committed to delivering the highest possible standards of service to the principal, their family and guests.
 
Working Days: 5 days per week including weekends on rota -flexibility required
Hours: 9-hour shifts across 6:00am–9/10:00pm depending on events - start times variable. Shifts are Early - 6am to 3pm, Mid - 8am to 5pm and Late - 12pm to 9pm with 2x 15 minute breaks and 1x 30 minute lunch, or 1x 1 hour lunch. 
 
 
Duties Include:
 
Daily Housekeeping & Standards:
Maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and presentation throughout all areas of the residence, including the principal apartment, guestrooms, offices, basement areas, plant rooms, staircases and all common areas (corridors, changing rooms, etc.)
Constantly monitoring the principal apartment, guestrooms and common areas — replenishing fruit bowls, drink trays, waste bins and toiletries; replacing used towels; changing bed linens as required; topping up stationery; watering plants; checking TVs and clocks; polishing shoes
Cleaning, dusting, polishing, vacuuming and carrying out floor maintenance and window cleaning to an impeccable standard
Cleaning and polishing silver and brass as required
Making minor repairs, sewing on buttons and carrying out simple alterations to clothing and linens
Maintaining closets, laundry rooms, linen cupboards, service cupboards and housekeeping stores in good order, with supplies arranged tidily and logically
Caring for the Principal’s clothing, handbags and accessories, and those of lady guests
Assisting with packing and unpacking for the principal and houseguests
Receiving guests on arrival on the upper floors and ensuring they feel welcome
Arranging and caring for flowers throughout the residence
Assisting in maintaining the general cleanliness and condition of staff quarters
Ensuring lighting levels are appropriate and attending to drapes and blinds throughout the residence
Reporting any maintenance issues or incidents to the Senior Housemaid or House Manager as appropriate
Running errands as required

Events & Functions:
Attending to VIP event guests who use upper-floor facilities
Assisting at functions and events hosted at the residence, including cloakroom duties, serving, washing up and any other tasks as required
Arranging the delivery of clothing to the laundry, dry-cleaners or specialist providers as required
Supporting the Senior Housekeeper and another Housekeeper during busy periods or in their absence

Household Supplies:
Monitoring stock levels and advising the Senior Housekeeper when housekeeping, household or stationery supplies are running low
Making local purchases of stocks and supplies when requested
Assisting in checking the condition and quantity of linens, towels, blankets and cloths, and reporting to the Senior Housemaid accordingly
Assisting with periodic stock-takes of all housekeeping and household supplies
Maintaining awareness of costs and waste at all times

General Household:
Deputising for the Senior Housekeeper when required, ensuring the highest possible standards are maintained for the principal, their family and guests
Liaising with the House Manager, Senior Housekeeper and wider household team to coordinate daily service requirements
Adhering to all Health & Safety requirements and reporting any accidents or incidents appropriately
Assisting at other properties when required
Assisting other household departments when workload allows
Carrying out any additional duties as reasonably requested by the principal

Key skills required:
A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a quality housekeeping environment, ideally within a formal private household
A sound knowledge of the care of top-quality linens, furniture, upholstery, clothing and accessories
Good knowledge of housekeeping materials, products and equipment and their correct usage
A meticulous eye for detail and impeccable personal presentation
Good written and spoken English and the ability to communicate effectively with the household team and principal
A calm, composed and professional manner with the ability to work effectively within a team
Complete discretion and a genuine commitment to maintaining the highest standards of service
You must be dog friendly 

Salary: £45–55k gross per year DOE
 
To start: ASAP
 
Unless otherwise specified a minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience is required to receive the advertised rate of pay.