About the company
Utopia is an ultra-luxury hospitality and lifestyle brand creating a global ecosystem of properties and experiences.
We develop private villa retreats in beautiful locations around the world, each with high-end service. Utopia also offers a wider ecosystem of leisure experiences and services available both to those staying on property and to external visitors.
Utopia designs and builds its properties in-house. Our team works across the full journey: from concept and architecture to construction, interiors, landscape, guest experience, and long-term operation. For architects and designers, this means working on properties from the ground up, with the ability to influence how each place is planned, built, and experienced. For hospitality professionals, it means joining a brand where service is personal, attentive, and built around each guest’s stay.
We’re a young, ambitious team with high standards and a hands-on approach. We value strong ideas, practical thinking, attention to detail, and people who are ready to take responsibility for their part of the work. If you’re interested in architecture, design, hospitality, or guest experience, we invite you to grow with Utopia.
About the role
We are looking for an experienced and highly detail-oriented Head of Housekeeping to oversee all housekeeping operations at a prestigious private ultra-luxury villa in Pedralbes, Barcelona. This is a leadership role requiring impeccable standards, a structured approach to household management, and the ability to maintain an environment of absolute perfection at all times. The ideal candidate leads by example, manages a small team with professionalism and care, and ensures every corner of the residence reflects the highest levels of cleanliness, order, and luxury presentation.
Key responsibilities-
Oversee and manage all housekeeping operations throughout the villa — ensuring every room, communal area, and outdoor space is maintained to the highest standard at all times.
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Lead, schedule, and supervise the housekeeping team — setting clear standards, providing hands-on training, and fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
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Manage laundry, wardrobe care, fine linens, and delicate fabrics — ensuring all garments and household textiles are handled, stored, and presented to the highest standard.
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Control inventory of cleaning products, household supplies, and luxury consumables — managing orders, budgets, and supplier relationships efficiently.
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Prepare and dress the villa to perfection ahead of the principal's arrival, events, and guest visits — coordinating closely with the butler and other household staff.
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Proactively identify maintenance needs, report issues promptly, and ensure the property is always in immaculate, guest-ready condition without needing to be asked.
Requirements-
7+ years of experience in a senior housekeeping role within a luxury hotel (5-star), private estate, or ultra-luxury private household.
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Fluency in both English and Spanish — essential for communication with the household team and principal.
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An obsessive eye for detail — the ability to spot imperfection before anyone else does and act on it immediately.
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Absolute discretion and respect for the privacy of the household — trustworthiness and professionalism are non-negotiable.
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Knowledge of luxury fabric care, fine art handling, antiques, and high-end surface maintenance — understanding how to care for exceptional environments and objects.
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Strong organisational and people management skills — able to lead a small team, manage schedules, and maintain standards consistently without constant supervision.
Benefits-
Exclusive environment: work within one of Barcelona's most prestigious private residences
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Build and shape the kitchen culture and culinary identity from the ground up
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High-profile exposure: serve an elite private household within the international luxury circuit
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Competitive package: remuneration aligned with the exceptional level of this role
Due to the nature of this placement, the client's identity is kept strictly confidential. Full details will be shared with shortlisted candidates at the appropriate stage of the process.
By submitting this application, I agree that my personal data will be collected, processed, and retained by the company solely for the purposes of managing and assessing my candidacy.
