Head Housekeeper

• Plan and supervise daily and weekly cleaning schedules for all internal areas, ensuring consistent luxury-level standards and full readiness whether the family is in residence or not
• Work hands-on when required: detailed cleaning, care of luxury finishes, surfaces, artwork (with appropriate training) and specialist materials
• Oversee all laundry and wardrobe routines in coordination with the designated laundry housekeeper, including linens, towels, family clothing and guest bedding rotation
• Inspect all rooms and back-of-house spaces, correct deficiencies, raise maintenance tickets and follow up until full resolution
• Train, coach and performance-manage the housekeeping team, including cross-training into basic service and back-up roles for other departments
• Manage housekeeping inventories, order supplies within agreed budgets and maintain storerooms in an organized and efficient manner
• Collaborate closely with the Head Butler, Executive Chef, Security Supervisor and Maintenance Supervisor to coordinate schedules, deep cleans and event support
• Conduct regular quality inspections and produce clear reports for the Estate Manager

• Have 5–8+ years of experience in luxury five-star hotels or UHNW private households, including substantial team leadership experience
• Demonstrate strong people management capabilities and an exceptional eye for detail
• Maintain the very highest standards of discretion and confidentiality at all times
• Be comfortable adapting to evolving SOPs as the villa’s operations are established and refined
• Have demonstrable experience managing housekeeping budgets, inventories and supplier relationships
• Be knowledgeable in the specialist care of luxury fabrics, high-value surfaces and premium furnishings
• Be comfortable in a cross-cultural environment and fluent in English (Arabic advantageous)
• Be physically fit and present to a high standard at all times
• Be willing to live on-site and work collaboratively as part of a professional household team

Arabic advantageous

• Private on-site accommodation within the secure villa compound
• 30 days’ annual leave
• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Return flight home
• All meals while on duty
• Full visa sponsorship
• Agreed flights at the start and end of employment