Live in Housekeeper Job

Eden Private Staff

  • Chelsea, South West London
  • £40,000-45,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 18 days ago
Looking for a fantastic Live in position in the heart of Chelsea for a single principal? Don’t delay! Apply now!A lovely opportunity has come up for an experienced housekeeper working for a single principal who travels extensively. The role is mainly housekeeping , wardrobe management and laundry. It is a modern 2 bedroom apartment over 3 floors with a lift and integral staff flat. We are looking for someone with experience working in a formal household who is calm, discreet and able to take direction. Reporting to the PA who has been with the family for many years as was the previous housekeeper. Simple uniform provided.Accommodation: Self contained staff flat with own entrance- bed room and bathroom and own kitchen .General duties:
  • General hands on housekeeping
  • Occasionally cooking Preparing snacks and meals
  • Keeping house tidy and organised
  • Hoovering and dusting
  • Laundry and ironing and care of delicates
  • Wardrobe management
  • High value wardrobe
  • Unpacking and packing
  • Dealing with contractors and tradespeople.
  • Shopping and local errands, dry cleaners /post office
  • Changing/making beds
Candidate requirements:
  • Driver would be a bonus but not essential.
  • Experience working in UHNW homes
  • Experience with fine furniture
  • Experience with high end clothing and wardrobe management
  • Good communication skills and a good level of English
  • Eye for detail
  • Discreet
  • Organised and take pride in your work.
  • Must be happy to follow direction
  • Willing to travel when necessary ( Very occasional in the UK)
  • Longevity in previous roles.
DBS check required at offer stage & and a current First Aid CertificateHow to apply:Applying for this position: Please email your interest in this position to rlapps@edenprivatestaff.com. Please ensure you include the reference number for the position you are applying for (found at the top of the advert). For candidates who are not currently registered with Eden Private Staff, please include an up-to-date CV when applying. Applicants for this position should have excellent checkable references and a valid DBS. Please note we only register candidates with a minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role. If applying for a UK based role, please ensure you have the correct right to work documentation as we are unable to support with visa applications or sponsorships.

Eden Private Staff