Head of Housekeeping
hace 2 días
Palma
ppWe are looking for an experienced and highly detail-oriented Head of Housekeeping to oversee all housekeeping operations at a prestigious private ultra-luxury villa in Pedralbes, Barcelona. This is a leadership role requiring impeccable standards, a structured approach to household management, and the ability to maintain an environment of absolute perfection at all times. The ideal candidate leads by example, manages a small team with professionalism and care, and ensures every corner of the residence reflects the highest levels of cleanliness, order, and luxury presentation. /p pThis is a freelance / on-call position, active during the principals' stays at the property. The frequency and duration of engagements may vary throughout the year. Candidates must be available to commit to confirmed dates and deliver the same level of excellence on every occasion, regardless of duration. There is potential for this role to evolve into a permanent position for the right candidate. Occasional travel may also be required as part of the engagement. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul liOversee and manage all housekeeping operations throughout the villa — ensuring every room, communal area, and outdoor space is maintained to the highest standard at all times /li liLead, schedule, and supervise the housekeeping team — setting clear standards, providing hands‑on training, and fostering a culture of excellence and accountability /li liManage laundry, wardrobe care, fine linens, and delicate fabrics — ensuring all garments and household textiles are handled, stored, and presented to the highest standard /li liControl inventory of cleaning products, household supplies, and luxury consumables — managing orders, budgets, and supplier relationships efficiently /li liPrepare and dress the villa to perfection ahead of the principal's arrival, events, and guest visits — coordinating closely with the butler and other household staff /li liProactively identify maintenance needs, report issues promptly, and ensure the property is always in immaculate, guest‑ready condition without needing to be asked /li /ul h3Requirements /h3 ul li7+ years of experience in a senior housekeeping role within a luxury hotel (5-star), private estate, or ultra‑luxury private household /li liFluency in Spanish, English (Intermediate level) — essential for communication with the household team and principal /li liAn obsessive eye for detail — the ability to spot imperfection before anyone else does and act on it immediately /li liAbsolute discretion and respect for the privacy of the household — trustworthiness and professionalism are non‑negotiable /li liKnowledge of luxury fabric care, fine art handling, antiques, and high‑end surface maintenance — understanding how to care for exceptional environments and objects /li liStrong organisational and people management skills — able to lead a small team, manage schedules, and maintain standards consistently without constant supervision /li /ul h3Benefits /h3 ul liExclusive environment: work within one of Barcelona's most prestigious private residences /li liBuild and shape the kitchen culture and culinary identity from the ground up /li liHigh‑profile exposure: serve an elite private household within the international luxury circuit /li liCompetitive package: remuneration aligned with the exceptional level of this role /li /ul pDue to the nature of this placement, the client's identity is kept strictly confidential. Full details will be shared with shortlisted candidates at the appropriate stage of the process. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
12 - 16 Avinguda d'Alexandre Rosselló, Llevant, 07002, Palma
