Summary
DEPUTY HOUSEHOLD MANAGER/HEAD OF HOUSEHOLD (RESIDENTIAL)
CENTRAL LONDON
Essential Requirements: Previous House Manager experience, formal service experience, good communication skills. Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK.
For a highly prestigious position, based in a residence very well known to Hutchinsons. The property is the official residence of a VVIP, located within its own beautiful grounds. This Grade II listed building has long been used for distinguished hospitality and high-level entertaining.
Essential requirements:
· Working alongside a team of staff to ensure the smooth running of the residence.
· Arrange functions and events.
· Recruit, Train and work alongside housekeeping staff.
· Experience in overseeing major refurbishments, dealing with contractors, security etc.
· Have strong administration skills, able to run a budget, keep spreadsheets, upkeep of staff and household manuals, rotas.
· Experience in care of crystal, crockery, fine fabrics (both furnishing and couture clothing) and objects d’art of priceless value.
· Knowledge of formal service, acting in front of house role.
· Working with Head Chef and the lady of the house in regards menu planning.
· Wear many hats at the same time.
· Focus on residence, oversight, daily maintenance walk around inside and out, noting faults which need repair.
· Working to schedules in particular when overseas VIP’s visit.
An honest, hardworking candidate with exceptional integrity, highest levels of discretion, who is a hard worker in pursuit of excellence is required for this role. Together with a drive and determined energy to bring new ideas forward and somebody with a presence, confidence and an advocate for the residence.
Salary circa £75-80,000 + depending on experience. Ultimately a cottage which will be totally refurbished prior to occupation. Initially own suite if required. This is a residential role only. Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK. (HU4354)
