Lead Housekeeper

Sibton, Suffolk, IP17

The employer

Wilderness Reserve is an 8000-acre estate of woodland, lakes and rolling pasture, sprinkled with an eclectic collection of historic and traditional Suffolk properties. Lovingly restored by artisans, each home has unique character.

From the grand Grade II listed manor house and restored 15th century barn, to charming, thatched cottages and romantic retreats, Wilderness Reserve is a long-term conservation and restoration project - protecting English nature and breathing new life into historic properties. It is unlike anything or any place you’ve ever been before.

The job

You’ll be tasked with preparing our luxury properties to the highest of standards, with exceptional attention to detail. We will supply full training for each property, as well as a uniform, products, laundry, and vehicle to navigate the estate. As a Lead Housekeeper, you will take responsibility for your own properties, supervising other housekeepers as part of a small team.

What you'll need

Extensive experience as a professional housekeeper
A commitment to upholding our exemplary standards of housekeeping
It is important that you are well-presented and courteous
A Full UK driving licence (we request that you do not drive your own vehicle on the reserve and use our Morris Minor Travellers onsite to get to and from the properties you are cleaning).

Where you'll be based

Wilderness Reserve is located across 8000 acres, spanning Heveningham, Sibton, and Yoxford in stunning surroundings.

What you'll receive

- £14.50 per hour
- Full time employed contract of 32 hours per week, working 8:30am-4:30pm 4 days out of 7
- An opportunity for 'early bird' overtime at an enhanced rate
- 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays
- Stunning working location in the Suffolk countryside

Find out more

To discuss this position in more detail, please send your CV to martin@martin-salter.com or call 07983 967143.

All communication will be treated in complete confidence.