EXPERIENCED HOUSEKEEPER

EXPERIENCED HOUSEKEEPER

Passport: British

Start: ASAP

Location: Knightsbridge, London

Working Hours: 5 days per week, 8am – 5pm (including some weekends)

Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 gross per annum (DOE)

An experienced and detail-oriented Housekeeper is required to join a small, established household team within a formal private residence in London.

Our client is seeking a skilled and active Housekeeper to join a committed and dedicated household team. The ideal candidate will ensure the property is kept to a high standard at all times in readiness for the principal’s arrival. They spend between 3 and 6 months per year at the property.

This is a varied, hands-on role that requires exceptional attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a private household or luxury hotel environment and demonstrate pride in their work, discretion, and flexibility. This job includes physical tasks such as lifting, moving furniture, standing for long periods, and operating cleaning equipment. Applicants must be able to perform these duties safely.

Duties included but not limited to:

Ensuring all rooms are clean, aired, and ready for occupation at all times.

Daily cleaning such as dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and polishing of surfaces and furniture.

Laundry and ironing, including care for linens and household fabrics.

Monitor lighting, fixtures, report any maintenance issues.

Manage household inventories, ensuring cleaning supplies and materials are fully stocked.

Plant and garden furniture care.

Conduct seasonal and annual cleaning schedules.

Assist with post-visit close-down duties, such as cleaning fridges, storing items, and reorganising cupboards and pantries.

Key criteria:

Prior experience in private households or 5* hotel environments essential

Heaving lifting and moving of furniture necessary so physical strength is required