Lady’s Maid / Nr. Henley-on-Thames

Circa £40,000+K (DOE)

 

We are looking for an experienced Traditional Lady’s Maid / Wardrobe Mistress who will have gained her experience in the following environments:
  • As a Lady’s Maid working for Royal or reputed private households;
  • The world of deluxe hospitality, design, couture or tailoring.
Working in an established team of household staff, it is important that candidates can work as part of a team and are able to show a proven ability not only in looking after and caring for beautiful items of clothing and accessories, but that they also exhibit a real passion combined with an understanding of all the other duties, including housekeeping and food and beverage service, required from a traditional Lady's Maid. Candidates will be relied on to be meticulous, and come with an acute and innate eye for detail and a can-do attitude. The Lady's Maid must be free to travel as the family have property in Scotland and England, and also in Europe, where they spend time in France and Switzerland, and occasionally further afield. Note: It is important to state that The Lady's Maid must be free to work over Christmas and New Year and other traditional holidays as required.

JOB REFERENCE

#7967

SALARY

Circa £40,000+K (DOE)

CURRENCY

GBP

LOCATION

Nr. Henley-On-Thames

POSITION

Lady's Maid

ACCOMMODATION OFFERED

Yes

LOOKING FOR COUPLE

No

TYPE OF HOUSEHOLD

Formal Household, Rural Location, Travelling

EXPERIENCE

10 - 15 years

LANGUAGE

English

DRIVING LICENCE

Yes

PREFER NON SMOKER

Yes

VALID DBS

Yes

Roles and Responsibilities

An overview of The Lady’s Maid Job Description

  The complete care of the Principal’s wardrobe:

    • Maintaining the order of the wardrobe, drawers, luggage, Dressing Room and storage areas.
    • Pressing of items worn, cleaning of shoes, brushing of hats, bags and general maintenance of accessories.
    • Subject to the Principal’s approval, items should be taken to the dry cleaner and a detailed log should be kept.
    • Hand washing and ironing of the Principal’s personal washing.
    • Packing and unpacking of clothes for travel, including the maintaining of a detailed travel log.
    • To look after female house guests’ personal hand washing/pressing and bedroom and bathroom as required.
    • Minor repairs to be dealt with by the Lady’s Maid. Major repairs should be signalled to the Principal before decisions are made.
    • Logging of outfits worn to repeat events such as Royal Ascot, dinner parties at annual shoots etc.
  • The care and cleaning of the Main Bedroom Suite.
  • Keeping in order of the dressing table, stock and supply of cosmetics and toiletries.
  • Ensuring the bed linen and towels are changed as required, laundering and pressing of the sheets and towels.
  • Personal shopping for the Principal as instructed.
  • To prepare bedrooms in the evening i.e., close curtains, turn down beds etc.
  • Occasional cooking.
  • Travelling with the Principal as required.

 

Accommodation

  • 3-bedroom house is provided in a local village.
  • Candidates must drive and have own car.  Note: No vehicles are provided, although use of pool car is available for work use. 
  • A generous service allowance is provided to cover bills. 
  • Partners are permitted to live in the property.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom;
  • Speak English fluently, while It would be advantageous if applicants spoke a second European language, such as French or perhaps some German;
  • Be free to travel both nationally and Internationally;
  • Hold a valid driving Licence and own a car;
  • Present an advanced understanding of the rules of both Etiquette and Protocol;
  • Present excellent, checkable, references;
  • Have a valid DBS.

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