Job Title: Temporary Housekeeper
Location: Weybridge, Surrey
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 or 11:00 – 20:00 (with rest periods). Flexibility for offsite work and longer hours may be required.
Salary: DOE, negotiable 
Start Date: ASAP
 
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Temporary Housekeeper to join a lovely household in Weybridge, Surrey. The ideal candidate will possess strong attention to detail, a proactive attitude, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation within the home.
 
Key Responsibilities
 
Household Cleaning:

• Thoroughly clean and organise bathrooms, bedrooms, kitchens, dining areas, gym, hallways, living spaces, and study rooms.
• Vacuum, mop, scrub, and polish floors as needed.
• Dust and polish furniture, decorative items, blinds, carpets, draperies, and upholstered furniture.
• Change bed linens and cushion covers as required.
• Manage laundry, including washing, drying, ironing, and sorting clothing and linens.
• Maintain cleanliness in all areas, including kitchen work surfaces and appliances.

Laundry Duties:

• Handle personal clothing and linens with care, including washing, ironing, and organising.
• Sort items for dry cleaning and maintain an inventory of sent and returned items.

Cooking and Meal Preparation:

• Plan menus, cook, and serve meals for the family and guests, considering dietary restrictions and preferences.
• Maintain a well-stocked pantry and monitor food inventory.

Pet Care:

• Provide care for household pets, including feeding, grooming, and coordinating vet visits.

Childcare Support:

• Assist with driving and supervising children for school and activities.
• Support children’s needs, including preparation for school and ensuring punctuality.

Outdoor Maintenance:

• Maintain and tidy outdoor areas, including gardens, patios, and recreational spaces.
• Supervise repairs and maintenance of outdoor facilities.

Visitor Management:

• Prepare for visitors by preparing rooms, stocking food, and coordinating activities.

Ideal candidate

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing private households.
• Prior experience in childcare and pet care is an advantage.
• High service aptitude, confidentiality, and integrity.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, resourceful, and attentive to detail.