Summer Private Housekeeper – Virginia Water/Mayfair

Category:
Shore Based Jobs
Position:
Villa/Residence Staff
Salary:
£20.00 - £25.00 Per Hour
Location:
London, United Kingdom
Job posted:
June 2, 2025
This job advert has been checked and approved by Yacrew.

Silver Swan has recently placed a team of summer housekeepers for a longstanding client's family visit to the UK and they have decided to expand the team even further, creating another opportunity for an experienced housekeeper.

The client maintains two main properties in London & Surrey, so  flexibility to work between both locations is required. This is an excellent opportunity to join a wonderful team. This summer position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the smooth running of prestigious households in London and Surrey whilst gaining experience working in UHNW environments. If you meet the qualifications and are available during the specified period, we encourage you to apply promptly.

YOU MUST BE ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN THE UK WITH YOUR OWN ACCOMMODATION. NO ACCOMMODATION IS PROVIDED.

YACHT STEWARDESS EXPERIENCE IS PREFERRED.  

Responsibilities:

  • Cleaning, laundry, and ironing tasks to maintain the residences' cleanliness and tidiness
  • Collaborating effectively within a team of housekeepers to ensure efficient operations
  • Reporting any issues, repairs, or stock shortages promptly to the house manager for resolution
  • Performing detailed dusting and polishing of treated surfaces, including marble and delicate materials

Ideal Candidate:

  • Candidates MUST have the right to live and work in the UK. Sponsorship is not provided.
  • You must have your own accommodation and transport
  • Must have full availability until October  
  • Flexibility to work between London & Surrey is a bonus
  • You can choose whether you would like to work a 5 day work week or a 6 day work week

Package:

  • Start Date: ASAP – October  
  • Salary: £20 – £25 per hour
  • Temporary Summer Contract
  • Working Schedule: 5/6 days per week, 9 hours per day, working in rotation with other housekeepers. Weekend cover will be required as needed.

 

Work Experience Requirements:

All applicants must have previous experience in working on a Yacht.

Language Requirements:

Good knowledge of the English language is required.

Certificates and Qualifications:

A valid STCW Basic Safety Training certificate is required from all applicants. Please sign up for an STCW course and obtain the certificate if you don't have it yet.