Head Housekeeper Job

Live-in Head Housekeeper - Nr Skipton North Yorkshire - Live In 3 bed accommodation - £40,000 to £45,000 GPA

A rural estate in North Yorkshire, consisting of an 11-bedroom private household that includes a pool, gym and tennis courts, is looking for a Housekeeper to run their home. This home is the primary residence to two Principals and their two dogs.

Candidates must have previous experience in a similar Head Housekeeper role - 2/3 years min experience in a similar role

Your main duties will be:

  • Managing the household as a whole
  • Hands-on housekeeping and laundry duties. Experience with high end fabrics and designer items essential
  • Weekly food shopping and liaising with Garden Team re in-house produce
  • Stocking of freezer/larder
  • Manage and work with other Household staff
  • Main point of contact for both Principals for all house related matters
  • Running errands
  • Basic flower arrangements
  • Notifying Maintenance Officer of all repairs
  • Assisting with the organising of dinners and events – service experience desirable
  • Overseeing security/access of the property
  • Out of hours dog care required when Principals not in residence to be split on rota with other members of staff. Occasionally cover dog walking when Dog Walker takes leave
  • Very occasional driving duties – airport/train station

Excellent references and Enhanced DBS check required

Live In Full Time Monday to Friday, 08:00-17:30, 42.5 hours 

Salary: £40k-£45k DOE

Three-bedroom large semi-detached house with garage and large garden - utility bills to be paid by the employee

Start as soon as they find the right candidate