Senior Housekeeper / House Manager
Location: Europe, UAE & UK (International Travel Required)

We are seeking a highly professional, discreet, and exceptionally organised Senior Housekeeper / House Manager to oversee and personally manage the day-to-day operations of multiple private residences across Europe, the UAE, and the UK. This is a hands-on role requiring a refined service style, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to operate independently across international properties.

Key Responsibilities:

House preparation & arrival:

• Prepare each residence in advance of the family’s arrival, ensuring all systems are fully operational
• Ensure the home is immaculate, welcoming, and stocked according to the family’s preferences

Housekeeping & Presentation:

• Carry out daily and deep cleaning to an exceptionally high standard
• Maintain organisation across all rooms, storage areas, and household systems
• Oversee and maintain presentation standards across all properties

Laundry & Wardrobe Management:

• Full responsibility for laundry, ironing, and care of delicate garments and fine fabrics
• Organise wardrobes and seasonal storage, ensuring efficiency and accessibility

Household Supplies & Inventory:

• Manage household inventories, including groceries, cleaning products, and essential supplies
• Ensure consistency and readiness across all international residences

Meal Assistance & Service:

• Assist with light cooking or meal preparation when required
• Plan and oversee meal service, including formal and informal table settings
• Maintain high standards of dining etiquette tailored to different occasions and dietary requirements

Guest & Family Service:

• Provide attentive, personalised service to family members and guests
• Ensure comfort, privacy, and discretion at all times

Travel & Logistics:

• Assist with packing and unpacking for international travel
• Coordinate logistics between residences, ensuring smooth transitions

Errands & Personal Assistance:

• Run errands such as grocery shopping, dry cleaning, and personal requests
• Provide flexible support across locations as required

Budget & Expense Management:

• Track household expenses and manage budgets across all properties
• Maintain accurate records and reporting
• Confidentiality & Professionalism
• Uphold the highest standards of discretion, confidentiality, and trust

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong ability to remain calm and composed in high-pressure environments
• Exceptional housekeeping skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Confident cooking ability, adaptable to dietary preferences; nutrition knowledge desirable
• Excellent organisational and multitasking skills across multiple residences
• Strong time management and ability to work autonomously
• Experience in fine dining service, formal table setting, and etiquette
• High levels of discretion, integrity, and professionalism
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, culturally adaptable
• Prior experience in private households, butler service, or luxury hospitality preferred

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; formal hospitality or household management training is advantageous
• Proven experience in luxury hospitality, private service, or estate/household management
• Fluency in English preferred
• Knowledge of international customs, etiquette, and protocols preferred
• Accommodation and travel paid
• Salary: To be presented
• EU passport required