Based in Warninglid, this Portuguese speaking Housekeeper role isnt your typical routine job its a lifestyle position where your work directly shapes the standard of a private estate, with real downtime built in when the property is unoccupied.
Whats in it for you

• Up to £40,000 salary depending on experience
• Free onsite accommodation including all bills
• Clear working structure with defined busy and quiet periods
• Extended downtime across quieter months of the year
• Varied, hands-on role within a well-run private household
• Long-term stability in a permanent position
• 5.6 weeks annual leave, plus Bank Holidays

Your responsibilities as Portuguese speaking Housekeeper

• Maintain a consistently high standard of cleanliness and presentation across all areas of the home
• Manage daily housekeeping tasks including cleaning, laundry, ironing, and linen care
• Prepare rooms, including bed making and turndown service during busy periods
• Support meal service, including basic food preparation and clearing
• Welcome visitors, manage deliveries, and report maintenance issues
• Work closely with other household staff to ensure smooth day-to-day operations

What were looking for in a Housekeeper

• Fluent Portuguese language skills (essential)
• Previous experience working within a private household or similar environment
• Strong knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and fabric care
• Ability to work flexibly across changing schedules and longer working days when required
• Confidence supporting service and basic food preparation tasks

Working hours
Average 48 hours per week across two structured patterns:
Pattern A (Busy periods)

• 12 hours per day
• 6 days per week
• Likely for around 25 weeks per year, broken in to blocks of trips

Pattern B (Quieter periods)

• 8 hours per day
• 34 days per week in rotation
• Likely for around 27 weeks per year, broken into blocks of vacancy.

Both patterns include a lunch break and shorter breaks depending on the days tasks. Weekend work may be required.
If youre a Housekeeper looking for a role that offers both intensity and genuine downtime, with accommodation fully covered, this is an opportunity worth exploring.
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