Live-in Housekeeper - Bermuda

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Our private client is seeking a professional, discreet, and highly independent Housekeeper who is a confident cook, to work in this newly renovated, high‑spec residence, on a private island in Bermuda.

This is a long‑term, live‑in position suited to an experienced candidate who can maintain exceptional standards, work with initiative, and integrate smoothly into a long‑standing, multicultural household team.

The home is extremely high‑end and requires someone confident in luxury housekeeping, wardrobe care, service, and occasional cooking - must have proven experience in the latter in previous roles. Full training on household standards, products, and methods will be provided by senior staff.

PROPERTY DETAILS

The residence is a newly renovated, top‑end home featuring:

  • 3 floors / 4 bedrooms

  • 2 offices + underground cinema room

  • Large dining room

  • High‑end main kitchen + secondary kitchen area

  • Gym and Swimming pool

  • Patio and outdoor seating areas

  • Extensive grounds with many plants

  • Electric staircase

STAFF ACCOMMODATION

Brand‑new, modern staff accommodation:

  • Private one‑bedroom apartment

  • All bills paid

  • Staff responsible for their own food and personal expenses

HOUSEHOLD TEAM

The small household team is long‑standing, loyal, and highly capable, reporting to the PA & Estate Manager:

  • High standards and strong teamwork

  • Excellent holiday coverage

  • Supportive environment with clear expectations of professionalism and discretion

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Housekeeping

  • Full housekeeping of a luxury, high‑spec residence

  • Care of delicate materials, fine furnishings, and top‑end finishes

  • High‑ceiling cleaning and care of numerous large windows

  • Daily cleaning of bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, living areas, and guest spaces

  • Guest room preparation and turnover

  • Maintaining consistently immaculate standards throughout the home

  • Creating and maintaining fresh floral arrangements throughout the home

 Laundry & Wardrobe Care

  • Laundry, ironing, steaming, and wardrobe organisation

  • Care of fine linens and delicate fabrics

  • Basic sewing and mending

 Food & Beverage Service

  • Daily meal service for the family

  • Formal food and drink service for dinner parties, following correct etiquette

  • Understanding of correct table settings, service styles, and beverage presentation

 Cooking (Occasional)

  • Preparing simple, healthy meals on weekends when required

  • Understanding of vegetarian preferences

  • Ability to follow the principal’s instructions (he enjoys cooking himself)

 Household Supplies & Organisation

  • Daily grocery shopping

  • Monitoring, maintaining, and ordering household supplies

  • Keeping storage areas organised and well‑stocked

Pet Care

  • Daily care of the small family dogs, including feeding, walking, and general wellbeing

Operational Duties

  • Reporting any issues promptly

  • Following established cleaning products and methods (training provided)

  • Ensuring the home remains secure and well‑maintained during travel periods

  • Covering colleagues during holidays (can be up to one month)

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • 40 hours per week with 2 consecutive days off

  • 1 month paid holiday per year

  • 1 annual airfare home

  • Comprehensive private insurance (including dental and vision)

  • Private pension scheme (staff may contribute extra)

  • Uniform provided

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Essential

  • Minimum five years’ experience in UHNW or high‑standard private households

  • Strong knowledge of correct food and drink service for formal dinners

  • Solid understanding of proper housekeeping techniques and products

  • Confident in wardrobe management and care of luxury linens

  • Highly independent, discreet, invisible service mindset

  • Comfortable being coached by senior island staff

  • Happy to live and work on a private island

  • Down‑to‑earth, low‑profile, light drinker

  • Must speak English (immigration test)

  • This is a strictly smoke‑free household; applicants must be comfortable working and living in a smoke‑free environment.

  • Reliable, calm, and professional

  • Ability to integrate into a multicultural team

Desirable

  • Experience in large estates with extensive grounds

  • Basic cooking skills (vegetarian a plus)

  • Ability to assist with outdoor areas (non‑maintenance)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • All immigration and processing expenses are covered (or reimbursed)

  • The role includes holiday coverage when other staff travel

  • The household is stable, well‑run, and expects a high level of professionalism

  • Start date: ASAP (immigration process approx. 3–4 months)

  • Salary: £28,000–£32,000 tax free salary plus accommodation

Email full work history and resume to cv@ljwrecruitment.com