Private Residential Housekeeper– Job Description
We are seeking an experienced, professional and proactive Housekeeper to provide an exceptional standard of housekeeping within a high-end private residence.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience working in luxury residential properties, five-star hospitality or similar high-standard environments. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude who is naturally organised, discreet, attentive to detail and able to use their own initiative.
This role requires someone who is hands-on, spontaneous and adaptable, with the ability to recognise priorities and respond to the needs of the household as they arise.
Key Responsibilities
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Maintain the residence to an exceptionally high standard of cleanliness and presentation.
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Carry out daily and detailed cleaning of bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens and living areas.
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Ensure surfaces, furniture, mirrors, glass and decorative items are carefully cleaned and maintained.
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Make beds and ensure bedrooms are beautifully presented.
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Manage laundry, ironing, folding and wardrobe organisation where required.
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Handle delicate materials, luxury finishes and high-value furnishings with appropriate care.
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Maintain excellent organisation throughout the property, including cupboards, storage areas and household supplies.
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Monitor cleaning products and household stock and advise when replenishment is required.
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Notice areas requiring attention without waiting to be instructed.
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Adapt daily priorities according to the household's requirements.
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Assist with additional housekeeping duties when unexpected situations arise or when extra attention is required before guests or special occasions.
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Maintain strict confidentiality, professionalism and discretion at all times.
The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will be:
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Experienced in high-end private households or luxury hospitality.
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Highly detail-oriented, noticing small things that others may overlook.
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Proactive and self-motivated, confidently taking initiative.
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Flexible and spontaneous, able to adapt when plans or priorities change.
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Well organised and excellent at managing their own workload.
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Reliable, punctual and trustworthy.
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Professional and well presented.
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Calm and respectful when working around residents, guests, children or other household staff.
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Discreet and fully respectful of the client's privacy.
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Someone with a genuine "nothing is too much trouble" attitude while maintaining professional boundaries.
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Able to communicate clearly and work independently as well as part of a household or housekeeping team.
Experience & Requirements
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Previous professional housekeeping experience is essential.
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Experience within luxury residential properties, private households, serviced residences or five-star hotels is strongly preferred.
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Good knowledge of professional cleaning techniques and products.
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Understanding of how to care for premium materials and finishes is desirable.
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Strong attention to detail and excellent time-management skills.
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Good spoken English and professional communication skills.
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References from previous housekeeping positions should be available.
What We Are Looking For
This position would particularly suit someone who takes pride in creating and maintaining an immaculate home. We need a housekeeper who does not simply work through a cleaning checklist, but who walks into a property, assesses what requires attention and takes ownership of delivering an excellent result.
Experience is important, but attitude is equally important. We are looking for someone positive, energetic, approachable and dependable who understands the level of care, discretion and attention expected in a luxury private residence
