Daily VIP Housekeeper – Kensington, London

Daily Housekeeper
Kensington, London
Semi Formal household
Fully staffed

Job Title and Duties 

Live out full-time Housekeeper for VIP household in London some travelling required.

The Employee’s normal place of work will be in the Kensington area of London. We are seeking to hire a professional Housekeeper who will join the team of 6 housekeepers to work in this large Grade II listed family home in Kensington. The house is spread over 5 main floors and will require a team player to support our current team.

We are seeking an organized individual who takes pride in their position, is willing to go the extra mile when needed, and has an eye for detail.

Travel is a requirement for this position so you must have a UK or EU passport.

Main Duties and Responsibilities 

• Providing an exceptional standard of service to the family and their guests.
• Must be comfortable working around children and the family dogs.
• Upkeep of housekeeping standards and circulating throughout the property and outside to ensure that all standards and operational flows are well maintained.
• Care of bedroom suites, changing beds and replenishing linen.
• Attending to the needs of the principal and making their environment as comfortable as possible.
• Supporting members of the operational house team to deliver the highest level of personal service to the principal.
• Liaising with the Principal’s to ensure wardrobes and other requirements are well taken care of.
• Assisting the day to day running and working in all areas of the laundry (washing, pressing, sorting, spot cleaning and dry cleaning), when the laundress is off duty.
• Trip planning and packing/unpacking for the principals.
• Responding to any other ad hoc duties as required by the family – a high level of amenability and flexibility is required.

Working pattern, Holiday and Overtime

• The working schedule shifts cover 7 days per week and usually between 7am and 9pm, were we have a rotation of an early, middle, and late shift pattern.
• The Employee’s holiday year runs between January 1 and 31 December and the Employee’s holiday entitlement is 20 days of annual leave plus English Bank and Public Holidays.
• The Employee will also be entitled to an additional day of holiday in lieu if any additional days are worked.

Salary and Package

• Salary up to £40,000 per annum DOE
• The package will also include enrolment to the workplace pension scheme.
• The Company may in its absolute discretion pay the Employee an annual bonus.

• The ideal candidate: Experience and Skills:
• The perfect candidate should have experience in a similar role, preferably in a semi-formal, fully-staffed household.
• They should exhibit high standards of service and demonstrate a strong work ethic.
• The individual must possess a keen eye for detail.
• Candidates with solid 5 star hotel experience will also be considered for this role.
• The candidate should demonstrate a proactive attitude, willingness to go the extra mile
• They should also be comfortable working around children and pets, showcasing adaptability and patience.
• As part of a larger housekeeping team, the candidate should be a team player and have excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication with other staff members as well as the principals.Travel and Flexibility:
• The ability to travel as required is an aspect of this role, hence a valid UK or EU passport is necessary.
• The candidate should be flexible and open to changes in work schedules, including working on weekends and holidays, and performing duties outside regular housekeeping tasks as needed.Laundry:
• Proficiency in all aspects of laundry tasks is essential.
• The candidate should also be familiar with maintaining wardrobes and ensuring all requirements related to them are well taken care of.Legal Requirements: The candidate must be legally eligible to work in the UK, as well as travel within the EU when necessary.