Head Housekeeper/ House Manager - Central London
Head Housekeeper/ House Manager - Central London
Job Reference KHS00XX422
Added : 11/08/2025
Expiry : 08/09/2025
Daily Senior Head Housekeeper / House Manager – Kensington – £75,000–£85,000 DOE
We are looking for an exceptional Senior Head Housekeeper / House Manager to join a prestigious yet warm and informal VIP household in Kensington, Central London.
This is a long-term, full-time position offering the chance to work in a beautifully maintained home for a respectful, busy family. The role combines hands-on excellence with team leadership and high-level household management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage a team of 3 experienced housekeepers
- Ensure the seamless daily running of a large family home
- Provide 5-star front-of-house and food & beverage service
- Liaise with the principals and their children to meet all lifestyle needs
- Maintain impeccable standards of presentation, cleanliness, and discretion
- Coordinate effectively with other household staff and external suppliers
- Step in with hands-on housekeeping when required and lead by example
The Ideal Candidate
- Previous experience as a Chief Stewardess in private yachting or as a Head Housekeeper / Junior House Manager in a VIP household
- Polished, professional, and naturally personable
- Fluent in English with outstanding communication and service skills
- Highly discreet, proactive, and solutions-focused
- Confident working in a household with children
- Flexible to travel occasionally with the family
- Comfortable working 5 days a week, with flexibility for a 6th day when required
Salary & Benefits:
- £75,000–£85,000 per annum (dependent on experience
- A long-term opportunity with a respectful and loyal employer
- Central London location with excellent working conditions
- Opportunity to be part of a close-knit, high-performing household team
This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a seasoned, service-oriented professional who enjoys both managing and being hands-on in a luxury household setting.
We act as an employment agency for this role. Knightsbridge Household Staff specialise in domestic staff recruitment. If you are already registered with us please contact your consultant directly. Due to the large number of applications we receive, unfortunately we are not able to respond to them all individually.