Full time Housekeeper, Near Bicester

Our clients have a beautiful House on a stunning Country Estate
on the outskirt of Bicester Oxfordshire , they are looking for an
experience Housekeeper to join their existing team , This is a
fully staffed House so being a team player is essential

Duties Outlines but not limited to:

· You will be responsible with the housekeeping team for the
cleanliness and maintenance of Tusmore House and all other
properties you are assigned to.

· You will need to work in conjunction and liaise with the
Butlers and Chef, working as a team for Tusmore House and all
other properties you are assigned to.

· You will take instructions from the principal owners and their
family members, the Property Advisor, and the Estate Manager when
appropriate. You will report into the Head Butler.

· In addition to your main duties, you will be required to carry
out such other duties consistent with your status and role as the
employers may from time to time require.

· Your duties will be all those which are normal for the position
of Housekeeper which includes but is not limited to the
following:

· To liaise with family members when in residence, particularly
when guests are in residence.

· To maintain the interior of the property to a very high
standard of cleanliness and presentation at all times. Likewise,
the Clockhouse, Annex, Stable Cottage, and the Staff
accommodation.

· Laundress work to be shared between all housekeepers when
possible. Also, to liaise with the Property Advisor and the
Butlers to make/suggest improvements, as necessary.

· Close communication with the Butlers to maintain adequate
household stocks of cleaning materials and ordering where
required, that all equipment/appliances are in good working
order.

· Ensure that any maintenance, faults, damage are reported
immediately to the Head of House Maintenance or the Butlers.

· Occasionally you may need to help in the kitchen with other
members of the housekeeping team, including assisting the butlers
when cooking for day shoots.

· Work closely with the housekeeping team on a daily basis to
implement your standards of housekeeping in their work; in
addition to check that this is done regularly and follow weekly
property checks. Propose improvements where necessary.

· To work as and when required outside the normal working week
and on formal occasions with all full-time and part time staff
members.

Person specification

Essential requirements:

· An understanding of housekeeping and what is required.

· Able to develop good working relationships with all team
members.

· High standards and attention to detail – ability to maintain a
high standard of hygiene and cleanliness.

· Able to follow procedures and effectively manage tasks and own
workload.

· Able to cope with a varied and demanding workload.

· Must be trustworthy, a good timekeeper and demonstrate
flexibility.

· Excellent communication skills.

· Smart and tidy appearance.

· Full driving licence and own vehicle (due to location).

Desirable requirements:

· Understanding of Health and Safety.

· Previous experience of working in a private household or
similar.

Package on offer:

· Working hours Monday to Friday 09:00 – 17:00 hours with an hour
for lunch. Flexibility for weekends and evenings is required.

· Contributory pension scheme – eligibility to join after three
months employment.

· 21 days holiday per year plus lieu time for weekend working
and/or bank holiday working.

Salary: Salary £35k-£40 k experience dependent

REF S&W#2345657

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