23 Housekeeper jobs available:

Daily Housekeeper – Stewardess/Steward, with house management responsibilities.
8-5pm Monday to Friday with one weekend working per month

Experienced, flexible, discreet housekeeper is required for a large newly refurbished UHNW apartment in Kensington.

The principal travels frequently and hence a housekeeper who is self sufficient and able to manage the day to day running of the apartment is required. The duties are hands on cleaning, care and management of the wardrobes, laundry to a high standard and very occasional light simple cooking is a plus. Front of house and service skills are also required.

You will need to have basic computer skills, be able to organise contractors, deliveries and make appointments and run errands on behalf of the principal.

There are 2 cats, so a cat lover is essential.

The normal working day is 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday with some flexibility if the principal needs additional help. One weekend working is required per month, agreed in advance. Any extra hours will be paid as Overtime. You will need to be very well presented, be willing to wear a simple uniform and have the flexibility to work longer hours occasionally. You may be asked to travel with the principal to a property in France occasionally too.

Salary negotiable depending on experience – fluent English essential and French a big plus.
2 days off per week – previous formal house or private yacht experience preferred.

Head Housekeeper

Energetic, pro-active, well organised, self sufficient, experienced Housekeeper to assist with the day to day management and running of a large family home in Dublin suburbs. There are 2 dogs and grown up children who visit regularly. The average working day will be 10am to 6pm but with flexibility as needed. Working closely with the house manager.

Duties will include but not limited to:

• Ensuring the overall housekeeping function and smooth running of a busy household on a daily basis with responsibility for supervision of 2 cleaners. You will organise rota’s – arrange holiday cover and keep records.
• Running personal errands and shopping for the family, as requested.
• Ordering household items, as required.
• Overseeing weekly flowers; daily maintenance of the flowers.
• Coordinating with external suppliers such as dry cleaning/ Linen ironing service.
• Ensuring all aspects of the house are in order; cleaned to a high standard and all rooms presented and comfortable.

This is a hands on position with detailed cleaning, washing and ironing involved:

• Feel comfortable dealing with specialist fabrics and surfaces
• Packing and unpacking for travelling, as requested.
• To be responsible for the family’s wardrobe maintenance and organisation.

This is a very busy, relaxed and friendly household, but with high standards. This position is suitable for a flexible and dedicated person who is well organised and pro active, it may be necessary on occasion for you to travel to other homes ahead of the family both in Europe. EU passport and driving licence essential.

Salary negotiable depending on previous experience - 2 bedroom separate apartment approx.
10 min walk away from the main house, use of a car for work duties and 2 days off per week.

Strictly non-smokers and sorry no pets. 

Senior Housekeeper
10-6pm Monday to Friday with occasional cover at weekends

Part time residence of UHNW Middle Eastern employers. This is a large fully staffed residence when the principal is in residence. There are no children in the home but guests with young children do visit. You will be responsible for the day to day care of the property. The principals are only in residence a max of 40 days per year and additional cleaning staff are employed during the visits. You will need to be very flexible, available for extra hours and duties, at periods throughout the year especially when the principals are in residence, which will include some evening and weekend working.

Duties will incorporate cleaning to an immaculate standard, washing and ironing, caring for delicate fabrics, polishing and caring for silver and running errands, caring for flowers, beverage and food service, preparing lists for food provisioning, checking cupboards for expiry dates and generally maintaining and organising the household. No cooking required a chef is employed.

Strictly non-smoker. Well spoken, very well presented with a professional manner is required.

2 days off and ASAP start.

Daily Housekeeper - Laundress with service experience
9-5pm Monday to Friday with ALTERNATE Saturdays

Experienced, flexible, discreet  and confident housekeeper is required for a part time residence of Overseas principals.  A small team of house manager, butler and housekeeper are long term in the residence, all work very well together so important that you are a good team player. The main principal is only in residence 3 months of the year and during this time daily hours and the working week will be longer.

The duties are hands on cleaning, laundry to a high standard, wardrobe care and very occasional light simple cooking is a plus. Front of house and service skills are also required but training is available if required. An adjacent separate small property is used by 2 adult children, who visit at weekends, during this time a lot of washing and ironing is required.

The normal working day is 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday with flexibility during visits. Alternate Saturdays on a rota with the other Housekeeper agreed in advance and a day off in lieu during the week. You will need to be very well presented, be willing to wear a simple uniform and have the flexibility to work longer hours occasionally.

EXCELLENT SALARY NEGOTIABLE DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE – Fluent English essential -ASAP Start.  2 DAYS OFF PER WEEK – previous formal house or private yacht experience preferred.

HEAD HOUSEKEEPER
DUBLIN- SOUTHERN IRELAND
With International Travel  

This is a newly created position for a long-term client of Hutchinson’s, who are a family of 5 with 3 children of college age. Working very closely with and reporting to the House Manager.

It is a very busy household, so they are looking for an energetic, pro-active experienced hands on Head Housekeeper to take over the day to day running of their family home in Dublin and to travel ahead to prepare their homes in the US and South of France, to ensure that each home is ready for their arrival. Each property has housekeeping assistance in situ, but the owners would like each residence to run in the same manner.

Attention to detail is very important and an ability to anticipate and troubleshoot essential.

Some of the areas to be covered though not exhaustive include

• Ensuring the smooth running of a household and servicing of principals and guests, usually supervising others but also providing hands on housekeeping service. Working closely with the current housekeepers, monitoring standards, teaching and improving where required. Knowledgeable in the care of fine fabrics, glass, crystal etc.
• Overseeing outside contractors, service providers and suppliers.
• Ensuring food, groceries and medication levels in house are maintained and in date – as per a detailed inventory.
• Maintenance of the property on a regular basis in conjunction with the estate manager • Maintaining security and communication systems and record keeping – must have a good knowledge of smart houses
• Regularly interacting with owners to maintain direct communication and compliance with their needs
• Ensuring efficiency, harmony, and high morale throughout the household
• Organising of social and family events
• Caring for household’s guests and visitors
• Serving of wines and other drinks
• Serving of refreshments and meals
• Caring for specialist items.

SALARY CIRCA £45,000 Gross per annum- 2 bedroom off site accommodation provided. EU Passport and driving licence essential. Strictly Non-Smoker and freedom to travel essential. (HU3215)

LIPHOOK-HAMPSHIRE– Long weekend residence
Experienced Domestic Couple
Housekeeper- Laundress –Asst Gardener, handy-person, driver

A Hampshire Estate requires an experienced domestic couple to work in association with the family within this large, historic country home, set in formal and informal gardens which extend to approximately 4 acres. The position includes all aspects of housekeeping, laundry, and care of this gorgeous 6-bedroom home.  Applicants must have a fine eye for detail and knowledge in the care of fine furnishing fabrics and delicate clothing.  There is another housekeeper who has worked for this family for the past 15 years.

The individual must have a keen eye for detail to care for a beautiful interior, which will include thorough basic household duties and laundry. The ability to undertake some front of house and food and beverage service would be a huge plus.  Chef employed.  A flexible, proactive approach and willingness to embrace and adapt to a variety of tasks is required as well as a self-motivating and positive outlook.

Partner will be required to work alongside the Estate Manager and gardener, assisting with general garden maintenance and indoor and outdoor maintenance. Good DIY skills and use of chain saw, ride on mower are required. You may occasionally be asked to assist with some heavy high-level cleaning and assist the housekeepers with any heavy lifting. You will care for the cars, washing and polishing, ensuring they are fuelled etc. There will be some driving for the principals which will include station pickups, airport runs and shopping.

The property is situated in over 150 acres of land - and although situated fairly close to towns with good transport links - a passion for rural life is essential. Beautiful private onsite and newly refurbished 2 bed accommodation can be provided.

SALARY circa £60,000 Gross depending on experience but longevity in previous positions is essential, you will be joining an existing team of staff who have worked with the family for many years. Driver and Non-Smoker essential. Please note that during the Pandemic the family are in residence full time.  Tagalog speakers very welcome. (HU3594B)

KENSINGTON SW10
DAILY CLEANER/LAUNDRESS/ ASST HOUSEKEEPER
10AM-7PM -Monday to Friday with flexibility and 1 Sunday per month by arrangement 

Cleaner/ housekeeper required for large, very busy family home in Kensington. The property is over six floors with no lift so essential that you are physically fit and healthy to manage the stairs. This is a large 6-bedroom family home with 3 young children, (2 additional children visit too) mum is also very hands on with the children, but you must be child friendly.

You will work closely with the senior housekeeper, tasks being split between you to avoid confusion, have a calm, quiet personality, lots of energy, be very discreet, professional, warm and friendly, but at the same time respectful of the principals privacy and be a good team player.

Previous experience of working in a family home is required, you must show great attention to detail, have previous experience of high-end laundry (lots of ironing) and tip top cleaning. You will be asked to polish shoes, assist with packing and unpacking, and a willingness to assist with food preparation for the children would be welcomed and you may be asked to run errands occasionally or collect a child from school. You will be required to work some Sundays and will be asked to accompany the family to their other homes in Europe during some school holidays. Driver preferred

Salary £30,000 per annum but negotiable depending on experience– 2 days off per week.  (HU3351)

NR LEWES -EAST SUSSEX
DAILY CLEANER -30 HRS PER WEEK
6hrs per day- Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun & Mon
10-4pm flexible
A new position for a flexible, energetic person with tip top cleaning, washing, and ironing skills to work as part of a small team, caring for a 7-bedroom country house near Lewes.
This is a lovely role working for an informal young family of four with two small children under 5, who have nannies.
The family are in residence generally every weekend. The property is a Grade II listed building in East Sussex with 45 acres of land. The family employ a lovely Chef/House manager and Housekeeper, who you will work closely with.
Duties will primary be cleaning, assisting the chef with food prep, washing up, emptying bins, tidying reception rooms and bathrooms etc.
SALARY NEGOTIABLE DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE--Previous private house or hotel experience preferred, but training can be given, although you must be child and pet friendly. Attention to detail and an excellent and thorough cleaner is essential. ASAP start. Driver with own car essential. (HU3510B)

NORTH OXFORDSHIRE
COUPLE
HOUSEKEEPER -FAMILY COOK
GARDENER /HANDY-PERSON /DRIVER
Daily working hours 9am to 5pm
Active, flexible, country loving couple required for large family home- a six-bedroom, six-bathroom property which is kept to immaculate standards.
The housekeeper will be required to run and manage this beautiful home on a day to day basis, which includes all hands on general household cleaning to a high standard, this will include the polishing and care of antique furniture, polishing silver and family laundry, shopping and fresh family cooking.
You will need to be organised, efficient and enjoy country life.
Partner will be required to care for 6 acres of grounds which includes pasture, lawns, and a small copse. There are 2 herbaceous borders, roses, hedges to trim and pruning. A horticulturist is not required, but a good maintenance/ hobby gardener who loves to maintain and keep the gardens neat and tidy. You will need to be able to drive a tractor and use machinery to top the paddocks etc. In addition, you should have good DIY, care for the outdoor swimming pool and deal with fence repairs. You will also care for the cars and be willing occasionally to undertake airport runs and station pickups.
A good sense of humour and a genuine love of dogs is essential. The family have a young Labrador who is exercised at both ends of the working day, one-hour morning and evening, this task can be shared between the couple.
Salary Negotiable depending on experience. Lovely 2 bedroom furnished cottage, no dependent children, or cats, but a well-behaved dog may be considered.
2 days off each week usually Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The house is busier at weekends than during the week as 2 grandchildren visit regularly.
This is a long-term position, requiring commitment and flexibility. Fluent English and ideally both to drive. Minimum 5 years’ experience in a domestic Country position preferred (HU2395)

Beaconsfield Buckinghamshire
Housekeeper

A new position, in a large residence near Beaconsfield in Buckinghamshire requires an experienced hands-on housekeeper to join a team of staff.  A good team spirit is required, and you must always be willing to work with the team to keep this large home immaculate. Business family of 3 adults are looking for a hands-on housekeeper who is willing to undertake varied and diverse roles and who is totally hands on.  5* boutique level housekeeping standards required for this estate.  

You must have previous hands-on housekeeping experience and be willing to undertake varied duties including cleaning, dusting, polishing, making beds, changing sheets, caring for fine finishes.  Service skills will be required as well; table service and flower arranging as well as turn down service.  Additionally, we require a candidate that can put together meals that will be left by the chef.  We seek an energetic and dynamic candidate with a “can-do” attitude; possibly from a yachting background, immaculately presented for this superb job.   Salary negotiable based on experience.  Superb accommodation provided.  Fluent English essential.  Drivers licence and own car required.  (HU2944)

COTSWOLDS -OXFORDSHIRE
HOUSEHOLD MANAGEMENT COUPLE
Cook-Head Housekeeper- Butler-Driver-Security
Duties are interchangeable

Large country house close to Chipping Norton – refurbished after a 2 ½ -year building project. This is the primary residence of a family of 5 which included 3 teenage children and family dog. The principals however do spend 2 days each week in London.

An experienced domestic couple is required, a couple who work well together and fulfil the duties as described between them. The housekeeper will have the support of a daily who works 3 days each week. A full gardening team is also employed.

Duties will therefore include, cooking for both the family and to dinner party standard for more formal gatherings of up to 14 people. Regularly at weekends the principals enjoy entertaining with Sunday lunches, informal lunch & supper parties. A keen cook, who enjoys fresh healthy and balanced varied International cuisine, capable to follow new recipes and so an enthusiastic cook who enjoys entertaining as well as family cooking.

Housekeeper will be hands on, with excellent laundry skills, but also capable to oversee the daily housekeeper and deal with flowers, turn down and care of the guests.

Front of house skills to include laying of tables, service, greeting guests, serving drinks, laying fires and ability to assist with any heavier cleaning. There will be some local driving, airport runs, and station pickups, occasionally you may be asked to drive to London too. You will care for the cars ensure they are clean, valeted and paperwork is in place.

SALARY NEGOTIABLE DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE, Accommodation provided 2-bedroom self-contained apartment, no children can be accommodated but a well-behaved small dog is welcome. Strictly Non-Smokers and excellent references required. Ideally both should drive. 2 days off each week usually Tuesday and Wednesday (HU3607)

HIGH STREET KENSINGTON -W8
DAILY COOK-HOUSEKEEPER
11am to 7.30pm Monday to Thursday
9-5pm Friday

Informal family of 3 which includes a 18 yr. old boy, require an experienced, self-sufficient cook-housekeeper who can take care of the daily running of this four storey home close to High Street Kensington tube station.

The property is five bedrooms but only 2 are used and you will be responsible for the daily housekeeping, cleaning, laundry, and family cooking 4 evenings per week.

The principals spend every weekend at their country house and travel abroad at least 10 weeks of the year, so you will only need to work Monday to Friday. The daily hours to accommodate cooking dinner for the family and clearing away are 11am to 7.30pm BUT you must be able to be flexible to stay later on the odd occasion. Time back will be given for these extra hours. Very occasionally you may be required to sleep over if the principals are away, but no more than 6 times per annum.

The cooking is fresh family cooking, steamed vegetables, grilled fish or meat, pasta, and salads, mainly Mediterranean in style with Ottolenghi and modern British /European too Most shopping is done online but fresh vegetables meat and fish are accessible locally

Salary negotiable depending on experience. Strictly Non-Smokers and excellent references. ASAP Start.  (HU3038)

REGENTS PARK – LONDON NW1
LIVE OUT
HOUSEKEEPER/HOUSE-PERSON- FAMILY COOK
Working hours -11am to 8pm Tuesday to Saturday
Large family home over four storeys, six bedrooms and large reception rooms.
The principals (3 adults no small children) share their time between London and their country home. A live-in housekeeper who has been with the family for many years is also employed.
An experienced housekeeper, with great attention to detail is required to work 5 days per week, ideally covering weekends. The daily working hours will be 11-8pm. Duties will include cleaning, laundry, and fresh healthy cooking. You should be a confident cook of fresh healthy meals, the family enjoy a healthy lifestyle and eat light dishes, mainly based on Mediterranean style of eating to include lots of fresh vegetables, salads, fish, and meat.
Dog friendly, nonsmoker and longevity in previous positions are required.
Salary negotiable depending on experience. 2 days off Sunday & Monday, Immediate start. (HU3613)

BEACONSFIELD -BUCKINGHAMSHIRE
COOK - HOUSEKEEPER
Full Time Live in or Live out.
Weekend working required.
A new position, in a beautiful weekend residence near Beaconsfield in Buckinghamshire.
This is a large country house within its own estate and within easy access to London.
A good team spirit is required, and you must be willing to be flexible about your duties as the family are only in residence at the weekend, but not every weekend.
You should be a confident cook of fresh healthy meals, the family enjoy a healthy lifestyle and eat light dishes, mainly based on Mediterranean style of eating to include lots of fresh vegetables, salads, fish, and meat. Ideally you will feel comfortable to cook for a small informal dinner party (a chef is available for anything large or formal) You will care for the kitchen, have responsibility for provisioning and household shopping.
As you will not be required to cook every day, you will need to be willing to undertake housekeeping duties, assisting the head housekeeper and cleaner with daily housekeeping tasks around the home.
Due to the location you do need to drive and have your own car. Previous private house experience essential, as well as longevity in previous roles.
Salary Negotiable, beautiful accommodation is available if you choose to live in, but sorry no partners or pets. Fluent English essential. (HU3220)

HOLLAND – AMSTERDAM
25 KM West of Amsterdam –close to the sea.
COUPLE
RESIDENTIAL CARETAKERS, HOUSEKEEPER, GARDENER, SECURITY
Beautiful family estate of approx. 40 acres, in a suburban setting close to the sea and with easy access to Amsterdam. This property is the family estate, of owners, with multiple homes and who currently only visit the property alternate weekends. They are an informal couple and like their privacy when visiting the property. The principal’s adult children and their families occasionally visit using the guest cottage some weekends and holidays. The property is newly refurbished and has full security systems and cameras in place.
The housekeeper will take care of the interior of the main house and a small guest house, cleaning, dealing with laundry and generally overseeing the day to day housekeeping duties. You will need to have previous experience of antiques, fine fabrics, and precious items. When the owners are in residence, some light cooking will be required ideally Mediterranean and Asian in style. You will need to be able to run errands, shop for fresh produce and work alongside the lady of the house to ensure that any guests are well catered for.
Partner will spend approx. 60% in the gardens and 40% in the house, assisting with care of the gardens alongside the full-time head gardener and part time assistant. You do-not need to be a qualified gardener, but you must enjoy working outside in all weathers. There are formal and informal areas of woodland and gardens comprising of flower beds, lawns, topiary and rose gardens and vegetables are also grown on the estate. In house you will assist the housekeeper with any high-level cleaning, undertake any basic repairs and monitor the coming and going of any contractors.
There are numerous external contractors who take care of the swimming pool and tennis court, so you will need to have good communication skills and be able to liaise with them.
Security is extremely important, there are full security cameras and you will need to be very security aware.
Salary Negotiable depending on experience. Separate 2 Bedroom Gate House, all newly renovated, with small garden provided. One pet accepted. FLUENT ENGLISH with ideally Portuguese desirable. 2 days off per week. Drivers essential, car provided. (HU2930)

HIGH STREET KENSINGTON -W8
DAILY HOUSEKEEPER
11am to 7.30pm Monday to Thursday
9-5pm Friday
Informal family of 3 which includes a teenage boy, require a very experienced, calm, self-sufficient housekeeper with great attention to detail, who can take care of the daily running of this beautiful four storey home close to High Street Kensington tube station.
The property is five bedrooms but only 2 are used and you will be responsible for the daily housekeeping, cleaning to a very high standard and laundry. A part time cook will be employed, but you may be asked to reheat a dish, prepare snacks or beverages occasionally.
The principals spend every weekend at their country house and travel abroad at least 10 weeks of the year, so you will only need to work Monday to Friday. Very occasionally you may be required to sleep over if the principals are away on business, but no more than 6 times per annum.
The principals work from home and are extremely busy working professionals, they require a quiet, calm, and peaceful home, so you too should enjoy this type of environment.
Previous experience working in a large family home, with longevity in previous positions is essential.
Salary negotiable depending on experience. Strictly Non-Smokers and excellent references. ASAP Start. (HU3038B)

HIGHGATE N6
RESIDENTIAL – COOK/CHEF LIGHT HOUSEKEEPER

Long Term Hutchinson’s client with a very large, high tech and modern apartment in Highgate is looking for a good Cook/Chef to assist in very light housekeeping duties and laundry. A daily housekeeper of many years is employed. The client travels a great deal and is away for approximately 4 months each year.
This lady is looking for an experienced cook who is familiar with gluten and dairy free diets and duties will include, shopping, provisioning, taking total care of the kitchen and producing a very good level of simple, but well-cooked and nicely presented dishes, using fresh, seasonal ingredients to dinner party standard. You will be required to care for the kitchen to an immaculate standard.
There is a separate staff large two-bedroom apartment, with your own bathroom with en suite facilities, sitting room and kitchen close by for the Cook’s use. The apartment is fully furnished, and all utilities paid. Usually 1 ½ days off Saturdays and Sundays, when the client is in residence and then all weekends when away. The working hours will be approx. 9-6pm, unless a dinner party is planned and then time off in lieu to be taken. Excellent salary negotiable for the right person. ASAP START (HU3573)

HIGHGATE, N6 RESIDENTIAL COUPLE- COOK/CHEF LIGHT HOUSEKEEPER AND HOUSEPERSON/DRIVER/BUTLER/MAINTENANCE PERSON.
Long Term Hutchinson’s client with a very large, high tech and modern apartment in Highgate is looking for a really good Cook/Chef to assist in very light housekeeping duties and laundry. A daily housekeeper of many years is employed. The client travels a great deal. This lady is looking for an experienced cook who is familiar with gluten and dairy free diets and duties will include, shopping, provisioning, taking total care of the kitchen and producing a very good level of simple, but well-cooked and nicely presented dishes, using fresh, seasonal ingredients to dinner party standard. You will be required to care for the kitchen to an immaculate standard.
Partner to undertake the total running and maintenance of the home to very high standards, be self-sufficient and pro-active with dealing with contractors and deliveries etc. In addition, a safe and experienced driver, able to deal with the fleet management of the vehicles, deal with the audio visual, security and other high tech equipment in the house and a good DIY person, who can replace light bulbs and keep the place in working order, knowing when to call in a contractor. You will also be responsible for caring for the roof garden, sweeping balconies etc. and serving drinks and dinner at informal dinner gatherings. There is a separate staff large two-bedroom apartment, sitting room and kitchen close by for the couples’ use. The apartment is fully furnished, and all utilities paid. Usually 11/2 days off Saturday afternoons and Sundays, when the client is in residence and then all weekends when she is away. The working hours will be approx. 9-6pm, unless a dinner party is planned and then time off in lieu to be taken. Excellent salary negotiable for the right person. ASAP START (HU3572)

HIGH STREET KENSINGTON -W8
PART TIME HOUSEKEEPER/CLEANER
8/9am to 1pm Monday to Friday
Informal family of 3 which includes a teenage boy, require a very experienced, calm, self-sufficient housekeeper/cleaner with great attention to detail, who can take care of the daily running of this beautiful four storey home close to High Street Kensington tube station.
The property is five bedrooms but only 2 are used and you will be responsible for the daily housekeeping, cleaning to a very high standard and assisting with laundry if time allows.
The principals spend every weekend at their country house and travel abroad at least 10 weeks of the year, so you will only need to work Monday to Friday. Very occasionally you may be required to sleep over if the principals are away on business, but no more than 6 times per annum.
The principals work from home and are extremely busy working professionals, they require a quiet, calm, and peaceful home, so you too should enjoy this type of environment.
Previous experience working in a large family home, with longevity in previous positions is essential.
Salary negotiable depending on experience. Strictly Non-Smokers and excellent references. ASAP Start. (HU3038C)

HENLEY-ON-THAMES -OXFORDSHIRE
DOMESTIC COUPLE
Butler -houseman – Head housekeeper-family cook

Lovely new position for a dedicated and flexible, experienced domestic couple to work as part of a team taking care of this beautiful Estate near Henley on Thames.

You will need to have previous experience in taking care of the interior of a private household. This property is a combination of both formal and informal service, with great attention to detail to high standards at all times.

The Estate is fully staffed, and the couple must have a flexible and positive attitude and enjoy working as part of a team. The residence is occupied half of the year mainly Spring through the summer, the main house has 9 bedrooms and there are 3 guest cottages.

The head housekeeper will ideally have previous experience overseeing a small cleaning/housekeeping team.

Duties will include:

• Housekeeping
• Taking care of antiques, brass, silver, and fine fabrics.
• Houseman duties
• Butler service
• Taking care of the wine cellar.
• Turn down service
• Family cooking when principals are in residence

(Chef available for formal gatherings or parties)

• Walking the dogs
• Occasional driving duties
• Keep the fires clean and stocked with logs

The working week is 5 days out of 7 on a rota, weekend working will be required especially when the principals are in residence. An average of 8 hours per day with any additional hours take in lieu.

Salary circa £60,000 Gross per annum depending on experience. Beautiful new 2-bedroom apartment provided. Strictly non-smokers and previous large household experience essential. Sorry no dependant children. Driver essential. (HU3561)

EDENBRIDGE KENT
DOMESTIC COUPLE
HOUSEKEEPER – GROUNDS & MAINTENANCE PERSON-SECURITY
Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm

Proactive, country loving domestic couple is required for a recently refurbished, 500-acre country estate in Kent. The 7-bedroom, grade 11 listed property is the permanent home of a down to earth couple and their very friendly dog and 2 cats.

Housekeeper

The Housekeeper will primarily be responsible for the day to day cleaning and deep cleans of the 7-bedroom, 6-bathroom home, laundry, preparing the home for guests, running errands and pet care. Ideally the housekeeper will be able to prepare ingredients, cook occasionally and eventually serve at informal dinner parties.

Grounds/Maintenance

Partner will be responsible for the day to day grounds maintenance of the property, which will include gardening, mowing, hedge trimming, greenhouse, and vegetable garden. Other duties will include general property maintenance, overseeing contractors, swimming pool, spa and hot tub maintenance, car cleaning and care of the vehicles, ad hoc driving duties and generally assisting the housekeeper and two additional estate workers when required. You will also be responsible for the security of the estate.

This is a long-term role, suitable for a very hand on, self-motivated couple who are used to working together in domestic service – you must be confident in your ability to provide high standards of work without supervision.

Accommodation and Salary

A beautiful, large 3-bedroom Oast house within the Estate, next to the main house. This can either be furnished or unfurnished. All bills included. Monday to Friday 8-4pm with weekends off, some flexibility will be required for driving duties. Salary circa £45-50,000 Gross per annum.

Well behaved pet considered, but sorry no dependent children. Both must drive. (HU3618)

Housekeeper with Service Skills
Virginia Water, Surrey
Live in or Live out

A highly professional and experienced housekeeper is required for a family of four, with two children who are at boarding school during the week based in a large 5 -bedroom property in Virginia Water, Surrey. We require a housekeeper who is meticulous with great attention to detail.  You will be responsible for the day to day cleaning, including dusting, hoovering, and general housekeeping.  You will also be required to manage the laundry and ironing as well as assist with the children’s wardrobe.  This is a large property with 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, drawing room, family room as well as a large pool, gym, and spa, thus an energetic and self-motivated candidate is essential for this role.   Additionally, we require a candidate with service skills who can work in a front of house role, meeting and greeting guests, serving at table, assisting the chef with service, etc.

It is essential that you are pet friendly as the family have four dogs (one medium size and 3 small) and you will be required to assist with pet care, especially when the family are away.

There is another daily housekeeper employed as well as a chef and gardener, so teamwork is a must. Previous private house experience is essential along with longevity in previous roles.  All found separate accommodation provided.  Driver essential.  5-day working week, Tuesday to Saturday (working hours will vary between 10am and 9pm, but a long break during the day is encouraged).  Negotiable salary based on experience.   (HU3621)

KINGS LANGLEY- HERTFORDSHIRE
COUPLE
HOUSEKEEPER/HANDY PERSON/SECURITY/GROOM
Monday to Friday 8.30 to 5.30 pm
Five-bedroom contemporary family home in 5 acres of land. A rural location with limited village services 1 mile away, but close to Watford, serviced by good rail links and easy driving distance of the M25. Informal family of five adults. There are 4 very small ponies, who are cared for by a part time groom in the mornings, but you will need to be able to prepare hay nets at lunch time, feed and medicate, collect droppings and stable the ponies in the evening, so previous horse experience is required and a genuine love of animals. The family will in the near future have dogs too.
The family seek a proactive, creative and forward-thinking couple who are used to working together as a couple. The position comes highly recommended by current and previous couples.
Duties will include all general housekeeping duties, daily cleaning, washing, ironing, household errands, and potentially dog walking twice daily in all weathers. There is no cooking with this position, no assistance is required for entertaining and driving is limited to running errands and occasional airport runs. There is a pool and spa complex to be kept clean and maintained and specialist pool contractors to liaise with.
An experienced handy person is required with a really good skill base to accommodate most DIY type duties, you will be required to care for all property maintenance indoor and out which will include local tenanted properties. A gardener is employed but some assistance will be required. House sitting and security during the owner’s absence is also part of the role and hence holidays must be taken outside the families holidays.
Salary £800 npw –mainly weekends off (some flexibility required to house and animal sit when the owners are away) 1-bedroom self-contained furnished apartment. Business use of car.
BOTH must be non-smokers, BOTH speak fluent English, BOTH drive manual cars and have experience driving in the countryside with own car for pleasure. Sorry NO PETS or dependants. PREVIOUS DOMESTIC COUPLE EXP AND LONGEVITY IN POSITIONS ESSENTIAL (HU1694)