LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER/COOK or COUPLE
LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER/COOK or COUPLE (GLOUCESTERSHIRE)
Experienced and flexible housekeeper/cook or domestic couple required for small Cotswold estate. Cooking for the family is part of this role with the emphasis being on high quality and healthy food. We also entertain frequently so experience of dinner party and event entertaining is essential. This is a permanent long-term position with an attractive package being offered to the right candidate(s).
Housekeeper/Cook
Responsible for the smooth running of a 6 bedroom Cotswold home - usual housekeeping duties including cleaning and general upkeep of the main house and busy adjacent office, laundry/ironing, care of furniture/artwork, liaising with household suppliers, food shopping, errands etc. A permanent part-time cleaner is also employed 25 hours a week who will report to the housekeeper.
Domestic Couple
Housekeeping and cooking requirements as described above with other responsibilities including light gardening, general handy-man duties for main house, farm and rental properties (maintenance and decorating skills useful), occasional driving duties, the cleaning and care of cars (day-to-day cars and classic car collection). There is a swimming pool and tennis court on the grounds and knowledge of their care and upkeep would be useful but not essential.
When the family are away from home, the housekeeper/couple will be expected to take care of the dogs (2 well behaved Labradors) and other animals in our absence. Other staff are also available to cover these periods of absence so the housekeeper/couple will not be expected to cover every weekend when they are away.
Candidate Requirements:
Candidates must have at least 3 years' experience in private households and be fastidious with a keen eye for detail, flexible, well organised, pro-active, fluent in English and dog/animal lovers. The environment is informal and relaxed and candidates must be happy to work within a team. Full clean driving licence and excellent references required.
Hours of work: 08.00 to 16.00 Monday to Friday plus occasional Saturdays when we have house guests. Flexibility will be required when we are away from home and for events/entertaining (extra hours could be exchanged for time off in lieu).
Accommodation: Separate 2 bedroom newly renovated cottage with stunning views.
Salary: Housekeeper: £22-28k (negotiable) / Couple: £45-50k (negotiable)
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