Executive Housekeeper (Female)

About the role

Yosh Hospitality is recruiting an Executive Housekeeper for its Abu Dhabi housekeeping department. The role oversees and manages all housekeeping operations in a prestigious private property, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, presentation, organization and comfort. It suits an experienced hospitality professional who can lead and develop a multicultural housekeeping team.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily housekeeping operations across bedrooms, bathrooms, living areas and public areas, and prepare rooms and guest areas with attention to linen care, amenities and personalized requirements.
• Set and maintain standards of cleanliness, organization and presentation, and run regular inspections and quality audits.
• Lead, supervise and coordinate the housekeeping team, prepare rosters, assign tasks and provide ongoing training and coaching.
• Procure, manage and control housekeeping supplies, luxury linens, uniforms, cleaning products and equipment, keeping accurate inventory records.
• Supervise laundry and garment care, including delicate fabrics, couture pieces and specialist services, and liaise with external contractors.
• Maintain furnishings, fixtures and finishes, keep accurate schedules and checklists, and uphold strict confidentiality regarding the client's belongings and private information.
• Work varied hours, including evenings, weekends and public holidays, and follow safe working practices with cleaning chemicals.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Management or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Formal training or certification in hospitality management, Butler services or estate management is highly desirable.
• At least 10 years of experience as an Executive Housekeeper in luxury hotels, ultra-luxury hospitality, private residences, exclusive households, yachts or estate management.
• Deep understanding of Middle Eastern culture and traditions, and ability to deliver discreet, personalized service to high-profile residents and guests.
• Fluent English, written and spoken.

Required skills

• Knowledge of specialty materials, couture garments, luxury accessories, rare textiles and delicate fabrics.
• Wardrobe management, including garment care, organization and unpacking protocols.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and cross-cultural relationship-building skills.