Head Housekeeper

Head Housekeeper
UHNW Private Household
Central London
c. £60,000 DOE
 
One of our private clients is seeking an exceptional Head Housekeeper to join their UHNW private household based in Central London. This is a senior role overseeing the housekeeping team within a prestigious residence.
 
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing a team of housekeepers, maintaining the highest standards of presentation throughout the residence, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the housekeeping department.
 
This role requires extensive private household experience at UHNW level.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Managing and supervising a team of housekeepers
• Ensuring exceptional housekeeping standards throughout the residence
• Quality control and inspection of all housekeeping tasks
• Hands-on housekeeping duties when required
• Managing housekeeping schedules and rotas
• Training and mentoring housekeeping staff
• Maintaining household inventories and supplies
• Liaising with household management to ensure seamless service
• Supporting the principals and adapting to their preferences and routines

Candidate Requirements

• Extensive experience working in private households at UHNW level (essential)
• Proven experience managing housekeeping teams within private residences (essential)
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Experience in private household management and staff supervision
• Exceptional attention to detail and service standards
• Computer literate and confident using household management systems
• Professional, discreet, and highly reliable
• Flexible and accustomed to working in formal private environments
• Willing to travel globally

Working Schedule
This is a rota position, working five days per week, including some weekends, on eight-hour shifts:

• 8:00am - 4:00pm
• 11:00am - 7:00pm
• 12:00pm - 8:00pm

The role is based primarily in London, but will include some international travel with the principals.