Live in or Live out Senior Housekeeper Job near, Berkshire
An energetic, flexible and discreet individual sought by family to work with House Manager/Butler and other private household staff. Previous housekeeping experience is essential. Duties include cleaning, preparation of bedrooms and bathrooms, fine laundry and ironing, clothes care, care of antiques and silver, etc. to a high standard; and very occasionally assisting with serving at table.
The style of the property is a Manor House with 9 bedrooms, an indoor swimming pool, gymnasium and two cottages. It is a formal home but is warm and friendly.
Driving: Essential due to location
Accommodation: Separate accommodation if required - a two-bedroom cottage (one double room and one smaller room) with sitting room, kitchen and bathroom, and small, secluded garden. Small, well-behaved dog or cat may be acceptable. Partners may be considered.
Typical weekday hours when the family are not in residence are 9.00 am to 5.00 pm.
Weekend work is usually divided into split shifts of 8.00 am to 2.00 pm and 5.00 pm to 8.00 pm (with Tuesday and Wednesday taken off in lieu of weekends as appropriate) but there is flexibility.
Hours: 39 hours per week minimum, including weekends and some bank holidays when the family and friends are in residence.
Salary: Negotiable and commensurate with experience
Start Date: As soon as a suitable candidate is identified
Job ID: 115709
Contact: Shannon Anderson (shannon@greycoatlumleys.co.uk)