Housekeeper

Live-out Housekeeper Job in Kensington, West London

A returning client of Greycoat Lumleys is looking for an experienced Housekeeper to join their small household team. The family is lovely and down-to-earth, and they have an informally run high-end home. The family consists of Mum, Dad and their children, aged 6 and 10. A friendly Labrador pet dog completes the family.

The family employs another Housekeeper, a Chauffeur and a Gardener.

They seek a proactive and flexible Housekeeper who is a team player, detail-oriented and has high work standards and good product knowledge.

Duties to include:

• Ensuring high standards of cleaning, laundry, and ironing (the house is cleaned daily)
• Care of fine furniture and sensitive surfaces
• Handling delicate items of clothing
• Organising wardrobes and keeping all areas tidy
• Changing bed linens and towels
• Preparing simple meals for the children daily- pasta, sandwiches, etc.
• Assisting with the children during dinner time
• Occasional help with dog walking
• Undertaking additional tasks as needed
• BONUS: willingness to travel with the family (2 weeks in Spain and 1 week in South of France)

House: a large 5-floor townhouse with four bedrooms over 4.000 square feet

Hours: Tuesday - Saturday, 40 hours per week, from 12:30 pm to 8:30 pm (the hours are non-negotiable)

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 GPA (depending on experience)

Start: early to late January 2025

Vacancy number: 117730

Responsible consultant: Melinda Nagy