View Vacancy - Residence Housekeeper/Laundress - Kingston

Main purpose of job:

The Residence Housekeeper/Laundress is responsible for the upkeep of the Residence and the official laundry as well as the personal laundry of the High Commissioner and his family. Daily duties must be carried out in an organized and timely manner with the ability to multi-task. Previous experience working for a diplomatic household is preferred.

Roles and responsibilities:

Laundry Duties

Responsible for laundering and ironing a variety of household material items including: bedding, clothing, variety of table cloths for the High Commissioner and family as well as for any house guests who may visit the Residence.

Cleaning Duties

Responsible for thorough cleaning, tiding and dusting of all areas of the Residence including bathrooms, bedrooms, living rooms and laundry room. All rooms should be in a state of readiness to use at all times.

Responsible for up-dating the Residence Manager on the need to re-order cleaning and general housekeeping supplies.

Responsible for reporting to the Residence Manager any household maintenance requirements that are observed while carrying out duties.

Responsible for creating floral arrangements for official dinners, lunches and receptions taking place at the Residence and to ensure that floral arrangements are placed in select locations throughout the Residence on a daily basis.

Care should be exercised in minimizing damage to ornaments and other property and display items should be kept in the appropriate place in the designated position.

Responsible for assisting with washing up crockery, utensils and glassware at the end of official receptions at the Residence. Hygiene standards must be observed.

On occasion, the Housekeeper/Laundress will be asked to assist with setting the dining table and serving meals to the High Commissioner and family in the absence of the Residence Butler.

Essential on arrival: Previous experience working for a diplomatic household is preferred.