Full-Time Housekeeper Job
Location: CHIPPING NORTON | OXFORDSHIRE | UK
Salary: £55,000 gross per year + £20,000 Accommodation Allowance
Job Type: Live-Out, Full-Time, Permanent
Job Overview:
We are pleased to present an extraordinary opportunity for a dedicated Housekeeper to join an elegant, newly constructed private residence located in the charming and picturesque town of Chipping Norton in the Cotswolds. This stunning estate is surrounded by a peaceful environment, providing a luxurious lifestyle with magnificent views. The property is comprised of a stately home featuring two distinct wings—one with two levels and the other all on one level—offering 5 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, 1 dining room, a modern kitchen, and 6 bathrooms. The interior is adorned with exquisite materials such as silver, crystal, marble, and natural wood, which necessitate a careful and skilled approach to maintenance.
The household maintains a formal atmosphere, and staff members are expected to wear uniforms, which will be provided by the family. The ideal candidate will embody professionalism and courtesy, with prior experience in a UHNW (Ultra High Net Worth) setting. Key qualities for success in this role include excellent time management, strong organisational skills, and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that the household runs efficiently. You should be proactive, capable of independently managing your responsibilities, and respectful of the family's desire for privacy.
Main Duties:
- Performing thorough and meticulous cleaning of all living spaces, including bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, dining areas, and recreational spaces.
- Ensuring all surfaces, floors, carpets, furniture, and decorations are cleaned and maintained to the highest standards.
- Utilising appropriate cleaning equipment, tools, and products to achieve the desired level of cleanliness.
- Organising and maintaining all rooms and areas, arranging items and furniture in a tidy and aesthetically pleasing manner.
- Handling laundry duties, including washing, ironing, folding, and storing clothes and linens properly.
- Managing household inventories, restocking supplies as needed, and maintaining a record of household items.
- Safely handling valuable and delicate items, such as antiques, art pieces, and collectibles, using suitable cleaning methods and products.
- Performing specific cleaning tasks as required, such as caring for fine fabrics, silverware, crystal, and other luxury items.
- Assisting in preparing the residence for guests and events, ensuring all spaces are immaculate, well-presented, and adequately stocked.
Requirements:
- 3 years of relevant housekeeping experience.
- Driving license (preferred, not mandatory).
- Checkable references.
- UK working permit.
- Experience with UHNW families is a plus.
Working Conditions:
- 5 days per week (Monday to Friday, every third Saturday required).
- 52.5 hours per week (8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on Saturday).
- Accommodation allowance of £20,000 annually for those relocating.
- English language required.
- Start date: ASAP
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Additional Information:
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