Housekeeper (live-in)

Live-in Housekeeper
Pimlico, London 
Salary: c. £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience.
 
One of our private clients requires a reliable, experienced and discreet full-time Live-in Housekeeper to oversee the day-to-day running of a private residence in Pimlico.
 
The Role
This is a hands-on, sole-charge position supporting a single principal in a  well-organised home. The principal divides their time between London and a second residence in the North of England. Days are fuller when the principal is in residence, with afternoons typically quieter, and the workload varies accordingly. There may be the occaional requirement to travel with the principal when required.
 
The successful candidate will live in, with a private bedroom and bathroom provided within the residence. Weekend working may be required when the principal is in London, with days off arranged during the week by mutual agreement. Flexibility around arrival times and travel is essential.
 
Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving a simple breakfast each morning, along with simple, fresh lunches and dinners when the principal dines at home
• Light personal assistance throughout the day
• Maintaining a consistently high standard of cleaning and tidiness throughout the house, including bedrooms, bathrooms, living areas and the kitchen
• Changing bed linen and towels regularly
• Washing, ironing and care of clothing and household linen, including delicate garments and fabrics, and organising wardrobes
• Grocery shopping, managing household supplies and ensuring the kitchen is well stocked
• Preparing the house ahead of the principal's arrival in London, including meeting them on arrival
• Occasionally preparing lunch or dinner when guests are entertained at home
• Running general household errands

• Proven experience as a Housekeeper within a private household
• Good home cooking skills, with an interest in preparing fresh, healthy meals
• Excellent cleaning, laundry and ironing skills
• A full, valid UK driving licence and confidence driving in London (highly desirable)
• Previous care experience would be advantageous but not essential
• Willing to work some weekends when the principal is in residence, with flexible working hours
• Able to work independently, use initiative and anticipate household needs without supervision
• Calm, patient, kind and attentive, with a friendly, respectful and professional manner
• Reliable, honest, discreet and well organised
• Excellent references from previous private employers
• Right to work in the United Kingdom