A private client in Ottershaw Surrey is seeking an experienced live-in domestic couple (Housekeeper/Cook & Groundsman/Maintenance) to manage their part-time residence.
Duties include:
- Full housekeeping and laundry with care of delicate items handwashing and wardrobe management (including packing for trips).
- Family-style cooking when the family is in residence with menus to be discussed and agreed.
- Serving at the table for occasional dinner parties and assisting with the planning and execution of family events/parties.
- Property and grounds oversight including basic maintenance repairs and security checks.
- Managing and liaising with contractors overseeing refurbishments and coordinating with tradespeople.
- Vehicle care including washing refuelling and ensuring security of the property.
- General organisation and property management with a proactive approach to scheduling and maintenance.
- Managing utility bills liaising with providers and submitting meter readings.
- Assisting with outdoor tidiness (note: grounds are maintained by contractors).
- Administration and budget control including producing monthly budgets and reporting.
- Managing household staff including rotas holidays cleaning schedules and training as needed.
- Arranging house supplies checking stock and handling food shopping and ordering.
- Occasionally assisting with general tasks at other family properties in London as required.
This is a relaxed informal household with high standards where discretion reliability and proven experience working as a couple are essential. Both candidates must be confident drivers.
The role requires:
- 5 days per week totalling approximately 40-45 hours.
- Occasional weekend work so flexibility is essential.
Accommodation:
A self-contained one-bedroom flat with a separate entrance all utilities paid. A car will be provided for both on- and off-duty use.
Salary:
Negotiable around 80k gross per annum depending on experience.
Interviewing now to start when ideal couple found.
Required Skills:
Maintenance
A private client in Ottershaw Surrey is seeking an experienced live-in domestic couple (Housekeeper/Cook & Groundsman/Maintenance) to manage their part-time residence. Duties include:Full housekeeping and laundry with care of delicate items handwashing and wardrobe management (including packing for ...
A private client in Ottershaw Surrey is seeking an experienced live-in domestic couple (Housekeeper/Cook & Groundsman/Maintenance) to manage their part-time residence.
Duties include:
- Full housekeeping and laundry with care of delicate items handwashing and wardrobe management (including packing for trips).
- Family-style cooking when the family is in residence with menus to be discussed and agreed.
- Serving at the table for occasional dinner parties and assisting with the planning and execution of family events/parties.
- Property and grounds oversight including basic maintenance repairs and security checks.
- Managing and liaising with contractors overseeing refurbishments and coordinating with tradespeople.
- Vehicle care including washing refuelling and ensuring security of the property.
- General organisation and property management with a proactive approach to scheduling and maintenance.
- Managing utility bills liaising with providers and submitting meter readings.
- Assisting with outdoor tidiness (note: grounds are maintained by contractors).
- Administration and budget control including producing monthly budgets and reporting.
- Managing household staff including rotas holidays cleaning schedules and training as needed.
- Arranging house supplies checking stock and handling food shopping and ordering.
- Occasionally assisting with general tasks at other family properties in London as required.
This is a relaxed informal household with high standards where discretion reliability and proven experience working as a couple are essential. Both candidates must be confident drivers.
The role requires:
- 5 days per week totalling approximately 40-45 hours.
- Occasional weekend work so flexibility is essential.
Accommodation:
A self-contained one-bedroom flat with a separate entrance all utilities paid. A car will be provided for both on- and off-duty use.
Salary:
Negotiable around 80k gross per annum depending on experience.
Interviewing now to start when ideal couple found.
Required Skills:
Maintenance
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