Full Time Housekeeper - Cobham, United Kingdom - The HR Consultants

The HR Consultants

Verified Company

Cobham, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Full time

Description

Role:
Full Time Housekeeper

Days / Hours: 5 days per week, to include Saturday and Sunday

Hours[SP1]are a variation of:
weekdays 8am to 6pm and 10am to 8pm; and weekend days 10am to 6pm (weekend work will not be required when the family are not in residence)

Role Purpose:

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Housekeeper to join our private household.

As a Housekeeper, you will play a vital role in ensuring the cleanliness, organisation, and upkeep of the family home.

If you have a keen eye for detail, take pride in maintaining an exceptionally high standard of cleanliness, and possess excellent organisational skills, we would love to hear from you.

You must have a friendly and positive outlook, and be proactive and able to work independently. The household is fully staffed so you must be a team player, flexible and have a hands-on approach.

Key Responsibilities:

Household Maintenance

Perform comprehensive housekeeping duties, including cleaning and maintaining the family home (indoors and outdoors) to the highest standard of cleanliness and presentation.
Maintain cleanliness and functionality of household appliances and equipment, reporting any damages to the House Manager.
Assist House Manager with overseeing repairs and maintenance of the premises.

Laundry

Manage laundry tasks including washing, drying, and ironing personal clothing and linens.
Sort and send clothing and linens to the dry cleaners, maintaining inventory and tracking items.
Organise, fold, and place clothing and linens in closets, mend or alter as needed, and ensure laundry area cleanliness while maintaining high standards of clothing care.
Ensure residents' wardrobes, drawers, and dressing rooms are clean and organised.

Pet Care

Ensure the health and wellbeing of pets, including daily care such as walking and feeding.
Coordinate veterinary visits, track vaccinations and health checks, and provide support for medical needs.

Visitor Management

Support the House Manager as required in preparation of any visitors.
Support the Chef when required assisting in food preparation.

Must have Experience and Skills:

Previous experience in housekeeping, preferably in a private household setting.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
Respect for privacy and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Selfmotivated and able to work independently with mínimal supervision.
Strong attention to detail and a thorough understanding of effective cleaning techniques.
Professional demeanour with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Full clean drivers' licence.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Benefits: