Head of Housekeeping Operations in Doha, Qatar

Our private client, a prestigious VVIP household in Doha, Qatar is seeking an experienced Head of Housekeeping Operations to lead all housekeeping activities across a large private palace and multiple guest houses within the estate. The role oversees a 60‑staff housekeeping team and ensures the highest standards of cleanliness, presentation, and luxury service.

 

Role Overview

The Head of Housekeeping Operations will manage daily housekeeping operations, laundry and garment care, staff training, inspections, and readiness of all residential and guest areas. This is a senior position requiring exceptional discretion, leadership, and experience in ultra‑luxury environments.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and develop a 30‑member housekeeping team and liaise with other departments  (a total of 60 staff)
• Maintain impeccable standards across the palace and guest houses
• Oversee daily cleaning, detailing, laundry, linen care, and wardrobe organisation
• Ensure readiness of private suites, guest wings, majlis areas, and formal reception rooms
• Conduct regular inspections and quality‑control checks across the estate
• Train staff, manage schedules, rotations, and performance
• Coordinate housekeeping support for guest arrivals and high‑profile visits
• Report housekeeping‑related maintenance issues to relevant departments
• Uphold strict confidentiality at all times

 

Candidate Requirements

• 10–15+ years’ experience in VVIP households, luxury estates, or 5‑star hospitality
• Proven leadership of large housekeeping teams
• Strong knowledge of luxury garment care and couture handling
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills
• Fluent English
• High discretion, professionalism, and cultural awareness

 

Schedule & Conditions

• 6 days per week
• 8 hours per day + 1‑hour break
• Fully compliant with Qatar employment regulations

 

 Salary & Benefits

• Salary will commensurate with experience (£ 3,000- £5,000)
• Tax‑free salary
• Fully equipped one‑bedroom apartment provided
• Medical insurance
• Annual return flight
• 21 days paid annual leave
• Food provided
• All other statutory Qatar domestic‑worker benefits

 

 Start Date

• Expected start: November–December 2026