Head Housekeeper Job - Nr Ormskirk Lancashire - Full-time - £35,000 GPA
Our client is looking to recruit an experienced Head Housekeeper to oversee the running of a large family home. This is an exciting opportunity for a reliable, hard-working, and self-motivated individual with strong organisational and communication skills. The candidate will be managing the domestic aspects associated with running a family home and is expected to make a long-term commitment. A minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role, either in a private household or boutique hotel setting, is required.
This is a hands-on role managing a small team of part-time Housekeeping staff.
Duties will include:
* Organising the cleaning of the main house, additional buildings, and outside areas
* Performing hands-on cleaning when needed
* Managing and organising the other part-time housekeeping staff, including staff rotas
* Managing household utilities, procurement, contractors, and general household management
* Monitoring all maintenance requirements for the property, including changing light bulbs and overseeing trades and contractors
* Weekly menu planning and food shopping, with occasional help in family cooking
* Running errands
* Assisting with dog care, including vet appointments and grooming
* Ensuring that the property is secure at all times
* Assisting with events and parties
* Being computer literate and managing emails and household expenditure spreadsheets
This is a full-time role, Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week, with some flexibility. Core hours will be agreed upon, and occasional flexibility on evenings and weekends may be required for large family functions.
This is a live-out role, so candidates must be within easy commuting distance of the property.
A driver is essential.
Excellent references and an enhanced DBS check are required.
Position available for a February start, but will wait for the right candidate.
Salary: £35,000+ GPA depending on experience.
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