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Head Housekeeper

Job in Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, OX7, England, UK
Listing for: The Burford Recruitment Company Ltd
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-17
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Hotel Management, Property Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 50000 - 55000 GBP Yearly GBP 50000.00 55000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Are you an experienced Head Housekeeper looking for your next long-term role within a beautiful private country residence?

We are seeking a confident, hands-on and highly organised professional to lead housekeeping operations within a large, fully staffed family home in Oxfordshire. This is an exceptional opportunity for someone who takes pride in maintaining immaculate standards and enjoys leading a small team within a well-managed and respectful household environment

The Role

This is a senior operational position combining hands-on housekeeping with team leadership and household coordination. You will work closely with the House Manager to ensure the property is consistently presented to an exceptional standard and always guest-ready

Working Pattern: 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7 (Includes weekend working on a rota basis)

Key Responsibilities

* Leading and motivating a small housekeeping team

* Managing rotas and daily task allocation

* Maintaining meticulous standards throughout a substantial family home

* Quality control and presentation oversight

* Hands-on housekeeping duties alongside the team

* Preparing the property for both intimate family gatherings and larger-scale entertaining

About You

* Experienced within a large private household

* A natural leader with strong organisational skills

* Hands-on, detail-driven, and proactive

* Discreet, professional, and comfortable working within a private family setting

* Flexible and willing to work weekends on rotation

* In possession of a full UK driving licence

* Comfortable working around several small to medium-sized dogs

What’s On Offer

 * £50,000–£55,000 salary (depending on experience)

* Long-term stability within a structured, well-run household

* A supportive working environment with clear leadership structure

* The opportunity to take real ownership of standards and team development

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Head Housekeeper seeking a rewarding, senior-level role within a prestigious private residence
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