Executive Housekeeper
Manage housekeeping across a luxury complex, lead teams, engage daily with residents and staff. Long-term contract, competitive Euro salary, benefits, and global expat environment.
The Executive Housekeeper role offers a fixed-term, full-time position within a prestigious residential complex known for luxury and an international community. The remuneration is in Euros, with extra perks such as accommodation and paid flights home – a highly attractive package for candidates seeking competitive compensation and stability.
Applicants are expected to have a hospitality-related qualification (ideally a degree) and a minimum of seven years in a similar leadership role. Advanced English proficiency is a must, both written and spoken, while familiarity with Arabic or Bangla adds extra value. IT savviness is seen as a significant advantage.
Key Duties and Daily Responsibilities
The main responsibility revolves around managing all site cleaning, housekeeping, and waste operations for both communal and residential spaces. Daily, you’ll schedule staff, oversee inventories, report to management, ensure top-tier cleanliness, and uphold brand standards.
Regular communication with residents, supervisors, and management is essential, fostering a customer-focused and problem-solving environment. Monitoring of outsourced cleaning teams and resource usage is a core task.
You’ll also handle work order management through the ERP system, cover for the Residential Services Manager during their absence, and maintain quality control throughout the department. Fostering strong teamwork and a high ethic will define your days.
Proactive client engagement to drive satisfaction and discover new business opportunities is soapart of the expectations, along with monthly and ad hoc reporting to leadership.
Flexibility for after-hours work is required, given the nature of luxury residential service demands.
Pros of the Role
This opportunity comes packed with international exposure, allowing you to work alongside a diverse, predominantly expat community. The package, paid in Euros, ensures that your skills are recognised and rewarded.
The included accommodation and annual flights home offer tangible benefits, making relocation easier and adding significant value beyond salary.
Cons to Consider
The high standards and broad scope may mean longer or irregular working hours, especially during peak periods or when covering for colleagues.
Managing subcontractors abroad can present challenges in terms of coordination and performance expectations, requiring resilience and adaptability.
Verdict: Is This the Right Step for You?
If you are an experienced housekeeping leader with excellent English and a proactive attitude, this position presents a rewarding package and a stimulating international experience. The role suits those eager to refine their expertise within luxury hospitality, develop new skills with IT-driven management, and make a lasting impact in a vibrant expat setting.
