Housekeeper in Chelsea

£45000.00 - £50000 per annum DOE

Job Description

Live Out Housekeeper in Chelsea


We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Housekeeper to join a professional household team in Chelsea. This is a full-time role within a well-structured team, supporting a large family home with high standards of service and presentation.

Key Details:


  • Household: 4 adults, 4 children (ages 2-10)

  • Pets: 6 small dogs (assisting with meals and letting them into the garden & generally looking after their wellbeing)

  • Property: 4 floors, 8 en-suite bedrooms, cinema room, swimming pool, 7 rooms are in daily use

  • Team: Working alongside 4 full-time housekeepers, reporting to the Head Housekeeper, who is very hands on and guiding

  • Work Schedule: 5-day shift pattern, covering 8-hour shifts 8-5pm, 9-6pm, 10-7pm, 1-10pm, with occasional weekend coverage on rotation

  • Salary: £45,000 -£50,000 DOE

  • Start Date: ASAP

  • Interview Process: Initial video interview, followed by a paid trial

Duties & Responsibilities:


  • Housekeeping: Cleaning, tidying, and maintaining high standards of presentation

  • Laundry & Wardrobe Care: Bedding, linen, shirts, delicate hand-washing, and luggage packing

  • Service: Assisting with breakfast, lunch, and dinner service, including silver service, teas, coffees, and event support

  • Team Collaboration: Working alongside colleagues, adapting to changing family needs, and learning the Principal's preferences

  • Flexibility: Rotating shifts (8-5pm, 9-6pm, 10-7pm, 1-10pm) and adapting to last-minute changes

Ideal Candidate:


  • Experience in high-end private households and/or luxury hotels

  • Strong English language skills

  • Team player with excellent multitasking abilities

  • Proactive, hands-on, and detail-oriented

  • Professional and discreet

  • Service experience preferred, but a willingness to learn is essential

Additional Benefits:


  • Uniform provided (black trousers, short and long-sleeve t-shirts, shoes)

  • Meals, tea/coffee provided when working


*Please note that we cannot guarantee a response to every application*

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Celia Harmston Head of Private Households & Estates