Live-out Head Housekeeper in London, UK

Live-out Head Housekeeper – London – £75,000–£100,000 gross per annum

• Location: London
• Contract: Permanent, full-time, live-out
• Hours: 5 days per week across a shift pattern, including weekend working; flexibility required
• Salary: £75,000–£100,000 gross per annum
• Start: As soon as possible
• Travel: None

A prestigious UHNW private household is seeking an exceptional Head Housekeeper to lead and maintain the highest standards across the residence. This is a genuinely hands-on position for someone who combines natural leadership with an immaculate eye for detail.

The successful candidate will instinctively notice what needs attention, anticipate requirements and resolve issues before they ever reach the principals. The household is looking for five-star luxury hotel or world-class private household standards: someone polished, composed and highly capable who makes an exceptionally well-run home appear effortless.

Key responsibilities

• Taking overall responsibility for housekeeping standards throughout the residence
• Leading, mentoring and nurturing the housekeeping team
• Working hands-on alongside the team rather than managing from a distance
• Ensuring exceptional presentation of all rooms and guest areas at all times
• Establishing and maintaining rigorous housekeeping procedures and standards
• Overseeing laundry, wardrobe care and the treatment of fine fabrics
• Ensuring the correct care of high-value furniture, artwork, marble, wood and delicate finishes
• Carrying out regular checks and identifying maintenance or presentation issues proactively
• Liaising seamlessly with other household departments and senior staff
• Supporting preparations for guests, dinners and entertaining
• Managing supplies, inventories and household products
• Creating a positive, professional and high-performing team environment

The ideal candidate

• Exceptional UHNW private household and/or leading five-star luxury hotel experience
• Immaculate personal presentation and outstanding attention to detail
• Warm but appropriately discreet, with absolute professionalism
• Naturally proactive, solutions-focused and highly organised
• A hands-on leader who mentors, develops and supports their team
• Calm and unflappable in a demanding UHNW environment
• Excellent longevity in previous positions and strong references

Candidates should take enormous pride in their work, anticipate rather than react, and consistently go above and beyond.

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