Senior Housekeeper in Berkshire
Randolphs Private Household Staff
- Berkshire
- £40,000-50,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Job Views 28DescriptionA family of 5 is looking for an experienced Senior Housekeeper to manage the upkeep of their 10-bedroom, 3-storey home near Hungerford. This is a hands-on and demanding role, best suited to someone fit, energetic, and confident, as they will be the sole housekeeper, working closely with a nanny and estate staff to ensure the smooth operation of the household.The Senior Housekeeper will take full responsibility for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation, with additional duties including wardrobe management, occasional light personal assistant tasks, and some formal household responsibilities, such as greeting guests and serving refreshments.The ideal candidate will be discreet, proactive, and exceptionally well-presented, with a keen eye for detail and strong kitchen skills, including the ability to prepare family meals when requiredKey Responsibilities
- Carrying out general cleaning duties to uphold the high standards of a luxury home.
- All laundry and ironing.
- Preparing family meals when required.
- Monitoring and restocking pantry items and household supplies.
- Managing errands such as parcel drop-offs, dry cleaning, online shopping, and other small tasks.
- Organising and maintaining the family's wardrobes, including seasonal changes and specialist garment care.
- Flower arrangements.
- Assisting with basic care for the family's spaniel when required.
- Proven track record in a similar role within a HNW household.
- Exceptional attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Physically fit and capable of handling the demands of a large home.
- Confident in the kitchen, with the ability to cook family meals and assist with entertaining when required.
- Knowledge of cleaning procedures, materials and techniques.
- Comfortable collaborating within a team environment.
- Must hold a valid UK driving licence and be able to commute daily if the candidate opts to live out.
- Willingness to accommodate occasional weekend work or adapt to the family's needs.
- Highly professional and well-presented.