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EXPERIENCED DOMESTIC COUPLE

CIRENCESTER, GLOUCS

Contract:
Full Time

Accommodation:
Provided

Salary:
Negotiable

Job Ref:
HU4139

Job Categories:
Domestic Couple Jobs, Facilities Manager Jobs, Head Housekeeper Jobs, Maintenance Person Jobs
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EXPERIENCED DOMESTIC COUPLE
SENIOR HOUSEKEEPER – MAINTENANCE/FACILITIES PERSON
CIRENCESTER, GLOUCS
Essential Requirements: Professional and experienced domestic couple with exceptional eye for detail and understanding of first class levels of service. Flexible and pro active, with a “can do” attitude. Strong IT skills, technically minded with impeccable record keeping and good communication skills. Fluent English, Clean driving licences and Longevity in previous positions essential.

The property is a well-established, totally refurbished manor house in a beautiful location. This is a part residence property of long-term international clients who visit especially during the summer months, the house is also used by extended family and friends throughout the year. The current couple will shorty retire home to New Zealand, after 12 very happy years, but will be available for a handover period. The Interior team of 4 include: cook/ assistant housekeeper, daily cleaner.

Maintenance – Facilities management role

  • Develop and understand a working knowledge of the mechanical and electrical installations, including heating, lighting, security, alarm systems, swimming pool and boiler room. Working through daily/weekly/monthly checklists.
  • Ensure that all facilities are tested thoroughly prior to any member of the family visiting. To include all tech equipment, audio-visual and telephones.
  • Liaison with all external companies and contractors servicing these installations, ensuring timely implementation.
  • Ensure all operating manuals, warranties, guarantees are kept scheduled and up to date.
  • Maintain comprehensive inventories of household contents, maintain diary, log all faults, snags, breakages, operational costs and repairs.
  • Supervision of the care and maintenance of the fabric of the building and where appropriate liaison with the Managing Agents and contractors. To include and ensure windows are cleaner, chimneys swept, bird guards are cleaned. All outdoor furniture is well maintained and the gym, swimming pool, tennis court are all clean, well maintained and all manufacturers maintenance procedures are carried out by the relevant contractors.
  • Occasional driving duties may be required.

Housekeeping Role

  • To ensure that the interior of the property is always immaculate.
  • Maintain and care for all contents of the residence, which includes special finishes,   Antiques, fine art and high end fine fabrics.
  • Assist with Laundry, wardrobe management and packing and unpacking during visits.
  • When the property is occupied, you will be responsible for provisioning, maintain bedrooms and bathrooms, turn down service, serving food and beverages and generally taking care of the principal and family or guests.
  • Preparation and serve breakfast and provide support and kitchen assistance to the cook for any large dinner parties or functions.
  • Maintain and record household budget and expenditure.
  • Oversee, supervise and work with local part time staff. Interact with any travelling staff as required.
  • Occasional driving duties may be required.

Excellent salary depending on experience, with 2 bedroom all found cottage. Based on a 5 day week, you must be prepared to work as required when the house is occupied. This will include some weekend working. Time off in lieu can be taken when the clients are not in residence. Both must drive. Sorry No pets or dependants. (HU4139)

EXPERIENCED DOMESTIC COUPLE FOR GUARDIAN POSITION IN IBIZA

IBIZA, SPAIN

Contract:
Full Time

Accommodation:
Provided

Salary:
2,300 Euros net per month each

Job Ref:
HU4155

Job Categories:
Cook Jobs, Domestic Couple Jobs, Driver Jobs, Housekeeper Jobs, Laundry-Person Jobs, Maintenance Person Jobs, Security Jobs
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EXPERIENCED DOMESTIC COUPLE FOR GUARDIAN POSITION IN IBIZA
Housekeeper/Laundress/Light Cook/Maintenance person/Driver/Security
IBIZA, SPAIN
Essential Requirements: SPANISH speaking. Previous private house experience. Driving licence essential. Happy to work longer hours when the principals are in residence. Specialist trades skills i.e. electrical, plumbing etc a big plus.

Experienced domestic couple with experience in a similar position, is required to have sole care and responsibility of this Villa throughout the year. Primarily a holiday home, used by the principals and their guests at periods throughout the year. The property is approx 30 mins drive from Ibiza town.

Main duties between the couple are:

  • Cleaning and maintenance of all rooms, bathrooms, and communal areas
  • Laundry and ironing with ability to care for fine clothes and fabrics.
  • Basic cooking
  • Driving to include airports runs, shopping, restaurants etc.
  • Receive and serve guests
  • Table service
  • Contact and liaison with service providers and suppliers.
  • General maintenance of the property to include external care of the swimming pool and terraces.
  • Assistance with watering the gardens (gardener also employed)
  • Security and safety of the property

SALARY Circa 2,300 Euros net per month each. Self-contained 1 bedroom studio with air conditioning, heating, internet and TV. One must drive. At least one of the couple to speak fluent SPANISH essential. Excellent references required. (HU4155)