Valet / Housekeeper, high-profile private family

Description du poste Valet / Housekeeper, high-profile private family à Vaud

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We have been exclusively retained to recruit a <strong>
Valet</strong> <strong>/Housekeeper</strong> for a high-profile private family based in the <strong>
La Côte region (Lake Geneva area</strong> <strong>), C</strong> <strong>anton of Vaud, Switzerland</strong>.</p> <p>
This is a <strong>long-term opportunity</strong> with an <strong>indefinite contract (100%)</strong>, offering stability and continuity within a well-established household.</p> <p>
As Valet/Housekeeper, you will report directly to the Household Manager who has been with the family for many years.
The current postholder is retiring after long service, and a smooth and structured handover is planned.
The role includes direct contact with the Principals.</p> <p>
The position is available immediately; however, notice periods will be fully respected as the client is committed to finding the right candidate for the long-term.</p> <p> <strong>
Key responsibilities include:</strong> </p> <ul> <li> <strong>
Luggage Management:</strong>
Packing and unpacking for the Principals; preparing residences prior to arrivals.</li> <li> <strong>
Wardrobe Management, Laundry &amp;
Garment care:</strong>
Daily care of clothing, shoes, accessories, and seasonal wardrobes; coordination with dry-cleaning services.
Maintain the laundry’s room provisioning and ensure household supplies are well-stocked.</li> <li> <strong>
Personal Items:</strong>
Organization and replenishment of the Principals’ personal products and cosmetics.</li> <li> <strong>
Housekeeping:</strong>
High-standard housekeeping duties (approx. 30% of the role), ensuring immaculate presentation of selected areas.</li> <li> <strong>
Travel Support:</strong>
Accompanying the family to various European destinations (maximum one week at a time);
Flexibility to relocate to the family’s mountain residence in Switzerland during winter (maximum three months; accommodation provided and possibility to return home on days off).
Accommodation provided during all travel assignments.</li> </ul> <p> <strong>
Key requirements:</strong> </p> <ul> <li>
Proven experience as Valet, (Senior) Housekeeper, Housekeeping Supervisor, “<em>
Gouvernante de Maison</em>” or “<em>
Gouvernante d’Etage</em> “ or similar within UHNWI / high profile private households or luxury hotels.</li> <li>
Good command of English (additional languages such as French are an advantage).</li> <li>
Valid driver’s license.</li> <li>
Legal right to live and work in Switzerland and/or Europe.</li> <li>
Currently based in Switzerland or Continental Europe ( due to face-to-face interviews).</li> <li>
High level of discretion, reliability, strong communication skills, and service excellence.</li> </ul> <p> <strong>
Compensation &amp;
Conditions:</strong> </p> <ul> <li>
Very competitive, above market salary.</li> <li>
Live-out position (accommodation provided during travel).</li> <li>
Stable, long-term employment within a well-organized household.</li> </ul> <p> <strong>
How to Apply:</strong> </p> <p>
If you are interested in this opportunity, please address your application to Nora de Donnea.
All applications will be handled with the highest level of confidentiality.</p> <p>
Please note that only candidates who meet the above-listed requirements will be contacted.&nbsp;
We thank you for your understanding.</p> <p>de Donnea &amp;
Partners is an international hospitality executive search &amp; recruitment firm providing individualized recruitment solutions with personalized service.
We are specialized in senior and middle management recruitment for luxury hotels, family offices/private families and hospitality related businesses.
Based in Switzerland, we recruit worldwide with the main focus on our two core markets Switzerland and Europe.
For more information, please have a look at <a href="http://www.dedonnea.com">www.dedonnea.com</a> </p> <p>
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