Tiger Private is looking for an experienced and professional Live-in Housekeeper to join a beautiful private household in Haslemere, Surrey. Ideally, the successful candidate will also be a confident family cook, although strong housekeeping experience is the priority. The property is a substantial nine-bedroom residence; however, there are only three full-time occupants. This is a long-term opportunity for an experienced private Housekeeper who takes genuine pride in maintaining a home to an exceptional standard.
Key responsibilities:
Full housekeeping and cleaning of the property to a consistently high standard
Care and upkeep of bedrooms, bathrooms and living areas
Laundry, ironing and wardrobe management
Extensive hand washing and specialist care of fine and delicate garments
Knowledge of appropriate cleaning methods for luxury fabrics, furnishings and finishes
Changing and caring for bed linen and household linens
Organisation of wardrobes, cupboards and household areas
Keeping the home beautifully presented, organised and guest-ready
Monitoring household supplies and replenishing as required
Assisting with household errands and shopping
Preparing simple, fresh family meals where required – a confident cook would be highly desirable
Working efficiently and discreetly around the family
Liaising with other household staff and external suppliers where necessary
General ad hoc household duties as required
The ideal candidate:
Previous experience as a Housekeeper within a high-end private household is essential
Excellent laundry and ironing skills, including experience caring for fine and delicate garments
High standards of cleaning and strong attention to detail
Confident family cooking skills would be a significant advantage
Professional, discreet and trustworthy
Highly organised and able to manage their own workload
Flexible and happy to assist wherever required within the household