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Head Housekeeper
Role summary
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The Head Housekeeper is responsible for leading the housekeeping operation at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, maintaining exceptional cleanliness, presentation and guest-service standards across bedrooms and public areas. Requirements typically include substantial luxury-hotel housekeeping experience, previous supervisory or management responsibility, strong knowledge of cleaning procedures, health and safety, quality control and staffing coordination. The successful candidate should be organised, hands-on, detail-oriented and confident managing colleagues in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills are expected, along with flexibility to work shifts, weekends and public holidays. Experience in a five-star or internationally recognised hotel, familiarity with luxury service standards and the ability to train and motivate a diverse team would be advantageous.
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How it works
How it works: Hotel jobs cannot be sponsored since July 2025; only youth schemes remain.
Official source: GOV.UK: Skilled Worker visa. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the UK
Usual for the UK, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Live-in common in rural hotels |
|---|---|
| Meals | Staff meals common |
| Flights | No |
| Service charge | 100% of tips and service charges to staff (by law) |
| Contract | Permanent or seasonal |
| Leave | 28 days |
| Income tax | About 14% in all at GBP 25,000 |
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About Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London is a prestigious five-star hotel located beside Hyde Park in Knightsbridge, one of the capital’s most prominent luxury districts. It is part of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, an international hospitality brand known for refined service, elegant accommodation, acclaimed restaurants and destination spas. The hotel combines contemporary facilities with a distinctive sense of place and a strong commitment to personalised guest experiences. Its operation includes luxury rooms and suites, restaurants and bars, meetings and events, housekeeping, spa services and guest relations. Employees work within a highly professional environment where discretion, attention to detail, teamwork and cultural awareness are valued. The property attracts international leisure travellers, business guests, celebrities and high-profile events, making it a demanding but rewarding workplace for hospitality professionals seeking experience in luxury hotel operations.