Housekeeper

Achieve Hospitality • England, GB • 1w ago

Role: Housekeeper
Location: Berkshire
Salary: £20 – £25 per hour
Work Schedule: 30-35 hours a week
Accommodation: Live In Accommodation available if required
Start Date: Immediate start required

Overview and Opportunity

A prestigious private estate in Berkshire is seeking an experienced and highly professional Housekeeper to join its established household team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a meticulous, hands-on and service-focused Housekeeper to work within a private family environment, maintaining exceptional standards across the principal residence, guest areas and wider estate.
The successful candidate will provide a consistently high level of housekeeping and service to the family and their guests, whilst working collaboratively with the existing household and estate team. A flexible and adaptable approach is essential, particularly during periods when the family are entertaining or guests are staying at the property.

Job Description

The Housekeeper will report to the Senior Housekeeper and work as part of the wider household team, maintaining exceptional standards throughout the principal residence, guest areas and wider estate.
Responsibilities will include all aspects of private household housekeeping, including cleaning, laundry, ironing, bed changing, care of antiques and fabrics, guest preparation and general household duties. The role will also involve supporting the family and their guests with errands, shopping, deliveries, driving, dog care, stock taking, breakfast trays and table service as required.

Role Responsibilities

Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness, presentation and housekeeping throughout the property.
Undertake cleaning, laundry, ironing, bed changing and care of antiques, fabrics and furnishings.
Prepare bedrooms and guest areas for the family and visitors.
Provide discreet and professional service to the family and their guests.
Assist with breakfast trays, table service and light kitchen duties when required.
Support with shopping, deliveries, errands, driving, dog care and household stock.
Assist with guest stays, entertaining and additional housekeeping support as required.
Assist with property security, alarms and liaison with contractors when required.
Work collaboratively with the household and estate team, maintaining flexibility, discretion and confidentiality at all times.

Candidate Requirements

Previous experience working as a Housekeeper within a private household, luxury residence, estate or similar high-end environment.
Exceptional attention to detail with a genuine pride in maintaining a property to the highest standard.
Strong knowledge of luxury household housekeeping, including cleaning, laundry, linen and bedroom preparation.
Experience caring for delicate fabrics, antiques and high-quality furnishings.
Excellent standards of personal presentation and professionalism.
A naturally service-focused approach with the ability to anticipate the needs of the family and their guests.
Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to respond positively to changing household requirements.
Comfortable working as part of an established household team.
Confident assisting with kitchen duties and light food preparation when required.
Comfortable undertaking errands, shopping, deliveries and other household duties.
Driving experience and a valid driving licence would be advantageous.
Discreet, trustworthy and respectful of privacy and confidentiality.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A calm, practical and hands-on approach.
Willingness to work additional or flexible hours when the family are entertaining or guests are staying.

Benefits

£20 – £25 per hour
Opportunity to work within a prestigious private estate.
Long-term opportunity within an established household team.
Immediate start available.

How to Apply
To apply for this role, please send your CV/resume to laura.iveson@achievehospitality.com.

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