Job Title: Head Housekeeper
Location: Private estate in Antigua
Start Date: ASAP
Working Schedule: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week when the Principals are not at the residence, extra hours at the weekend if they are.
Salary: EC$4000 per month
 
A UHNW family with different properties around the world is looking to hire an Executive Housekeeper/Head of the Housekeeping team in Antigua.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Personal Assistant mainly based in Milan, Italy to maintain the estate’s buildings to a 5-star housekeeping standard.
• Ensure cleanliness of both the interior and exterior of the house and outbuildings.
• Maintain accurate stock of housekeeping consumables, linens, and equipment, notifying the Personal Assistant when items need replenishing.
• Follow cleaning programs and housekeeping maintenance schedules as directed.
• Care for soft furnishings, ensuring they are well-maintained and positioned correctly.
• Oversee the cleanliness of front-of-house and back-of-house areas, including linens, crockery, cutlery, and service items.
• Manage the housekeeping team (4 people).
• Keep all outbuildings and storage areas organized and tidy.
• Monitor contractors on-site to ensure maintenance is performed to the required standards.
• Support other departments, including the external grounds team, throughout the year.
• Promptly report any issues with the house or equipment to ensure timely resolution.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on housekeeping experience in a 5-star hotel or HNW private home.
• Good command of both spoken and written English.
• Positive track record of working effectively within a team.
• Must live at a commutable distance.
• A car and a full driver’s license is essential.
• Previous service experience is a plus.