Near Burford, own transport required due to rural location
* £42,000 to £45,000 pa
* Accommodation available if required: 2-bedroom flat, all bills included. Partners and small pets considered.
* 40 hours per week: 7am to 3pm and 1pm to 9pm
* 2 to 3 weekends per month
The Burford Recruitment Company are seeking an experienced and professional Senior Service Stewardess for a UHNW private residence near Burford. This is a hands-on role suited to a service-focused individual with a thorough understanding of both formal and informal household service.
The Senior Service Stewardess will be a key member of the service team, assisting with the day-to-day operations of the household’s service function, and ensuring a consistently high standard is maintained throughout.
The ideal candidate may come from a private service background or have experience as a stewardess or in luxury hospitality and will demonstrate the highest levels of discretion and professionalism.
Responsibilities
* Daily service operations including formal and informal meals
* Personally prepare and serve breakfast to the principal(s) as required
* Assisting with provisions, keeping the dry store and wine inventory up to date
* Maintain the highest standards of discretion, presentation, and professionalism
* Be adaptable to the evolving needs of the household and ensure seamless service
* Liaise closely with other departments and household staff as needed
* Provide training and support to junior service team members
Requirements
* Proven experience in a similar Second Stewardess role, Head of Service, Senior Hospitality role within a UHNW environment
* Strong communication skills, proactive and forward thinking
* Highly flexible and discreet, with a natural attention to detail
* Confident in service etiquette, wine knowledge, and working in a fast-paced, high-standard home
* Ability to take back hours when appropriate (no overtime provided)
* Comfortable working flexible hours and days off