19 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.  ON HOLD

Residential Housekeeper 

Energetic, proactive, well organised, self sufficient, experienced Housekeeper to assist with the day to day management and running of a large family home in South 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.  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.  (HU2257)  

DOMESTIC COUPLE
Butler -House-Person – Head Housekeeper

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.
• House-Person duties
• Butler service
• Taking care of the wine cellar
• Turn down service
• Light family cooking when and if required
• 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. 2 bedroom apartment provided. 

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 five with three 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, proactive 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.  Driving licence essential. Strictly Non-Smoker and freedom to travel essential. (HU3215)  ON HOLD 

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. The family 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)

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)

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)

TRIM-CO MEATH
SOUTHERN IRELAND
40 mins drive from Dublin.
8am to 5pm Monday to Friday
Experienced HOUSEKEEPER & CONFIDENT FAMILY COOK
Family of five (3 teenage daughters, 2 living at home -1 at University) live in a large modern new build home, 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, in a rural location nr Trim. The current housekeeper has been with the family for 11 years and will shortly retire.
The property build 7 years ago, is very modern and easy to take care of. Comprises large kitchen, dining room, 3 reception rooms and a basement with all modern utilities, storage space, gym, cinema, and boot room.
The housekeeper will be responsible for the day to day housekeeping function, cleaning, washing, and ironing and cooking.
Cooking is good family level, breakfast is mainly fruit, cereal, porridge laid out for the family to help themselves. Lunch 2 courses, main (fish, meat, and fresh vegetables) and dessert. Supper is left in the Aga for the family to help themselves. All ingredients are fresh, you will need to be able to make fresh bread, store, and freeze for daily use. Both principals work full time and lead very busy professional business lives. They also have very busy weekends with horse events and lots of animals on the farm, so occasionally you may be asked to work an odd weekend or extend your hours.
A gardener and farm staff are also employed.
SALARY NEGOTIABLE, accommodation can be provided if required, salary will reflect this accordingly. Driver with own car essential. PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE WORKING IN A PRIVATE HOME ESSENTIAL. (HU3623)

NR ALRESFORD -HAMPSHIRE
DOMESTIC COUPLE
HOUSEKEEPER- FAMILY COOK-HANDYPERSON-ASST GARDENER-SECURITY
Large country estate in rural Hampshire, set in parkland, woodland, and arable land with 11 acres of mature gardens and 1.5 acre walled garden.
This is the permanent residence of a family of 5, (in normal times two eldest adult children come and go) and one teenager who is at boarding school and two dogs.
The housekeeper will be required to work closely with the lady of the house, you should be able to take initiative, be well motivated but at the same time open to suggestions. A traditional role for a housekeeper with an eye for detail is essential. You will need previous experience in the care of silver and antiques, working alongside a cleaner, but at the same time be very hands on with laundry, washing and ironing, caring for fine fabrics, happy to handwash fine china and glass, know how to lay a table for a formal dinner party, arrange flowers and be capable to deal with tradespeople and suppliers, ordering provisions and taking responsibility for the running of the household especially when the principals are away.
Ideally you will be confident in the kitchen, mainly to prepare light lunches or snacks occasionally, but willing to freeze vegetables and fruits from the garden, assist with jam making and generally assist madam with batch food preparation, but not every day cooking.
Partner will work alongside the outdoor gardening team, assisting with grounds maintenance, woodland maintenance, and general DIY tasks. Ideally you will be able to use a chain saw, chopping wood for the fires, and dealing with heavier indoor duties as needed. Laying fires, cleaning windows, driving airport and school runs, caring for the cars, assisting indoors during shooting weekends and generally a helping hand. So essential that you enjoy wearing many different hats and working as part of a team.
There are two black Labradors who between you will need feeding and walking each day too.
In normal times the family travel frequently and during their absence you will need to take care of the property and security, so essential that you have good levels of communications and during these times be self-sufficient and self-directing.
SALARY BETWEEN £50-60,000 Gross per annum depending on experience. Private One-bedroom flat is currently available in the main house, with an option for larger accommodation mid 2021.
2 flexible days off per week, average working day is 8am to 5pm. Eventually if there are house guests then additional hours will be required, time off in lieu will be given. Ideally both should drive and have your own car for personal use. Well behaved dog welcome. (HU3631)

RURAL HAMPSHIRE
RESIDENTIAL COOK-NANNY-HOUSEKEEPER
Newly created position for an experienced housekeeper to run and manage this immaculate large country residence for a family of 5 which includes 3 school age children (10,9 and 5yrs). This is the primary family home of a young couple who will move in beginning December 2020. The property stands in a total of approx. 400 acres.
Main duties for the housekeeper will be an excellent standard of day to day housekeeping, which will include fresh healthy family cooking, organisation of contractors, deliveries etc. Shopping, household provisioning and assisting with childcare, which includes school runs,
assisting with bath and bedtime and babysitting. Mum is very hands on with the children too. The family have a pony and a dog, so animal lovers are essential and anyone with basic equine skills/knowledge much appreciated. You will be required to wear a simple uniform of polo shirt and chinos.
Ideally the average working day will start at 7am to 10am, preparing breakfast, assisting with the school run, clearing the kitchen and possibly leaving a light lunch for the principals, returning at 3pm to 8pm collecting one child from school, preparing family dinner, supervising children’s play and bath and bedtime.
SALARY CIRCA £33,000 Gross per annum. Large suite on the 3rd floor of the house, large bedroom, bathroom, kitchenette and use of sitting room, all beautifully decorated. 2 days off per week, usually Mid-week but flexible for occasional weekends. Driver essential. Strictly Non-Smokers and excellent references required. (HU3603B)

MAYFAIR-LONDON
DAILY HOUSEKEEPER 9AM TO 5PM
5 DAYS PER WEEK ON ROTA

We are looking for a professional and experienced Housekeeper for a family based in Mayfair. The family have recently relocated to London and employ two additional housekeepers and two of you will be working together at any given time. You will be required to work on a rotation covering 5 days a week from 9am to 6pm. Someone flexible is required for this role as you will be expected to cover weekends from time to time. It is essential that you take pride in your work and have an eye for detail. You will be responsible for the family residence which has 3 bedrooms. You will also be required to care for another property close to the family home which has four bedrooms and is the staff accommodation. Your role will be to clean the property to an exceptional standard, dusting, hoovering, changing the bedding, wardrobe management, laundry, and ironing. You must be experienced washing fine delicate fabrics and happy to run errands and order shopping. ASAP start.Essential that you speak English and Russian to enable you to communicate with the other staff. Salary £38,000 to 40,000 (HU3632)

NR READING -BERKSHIRE
Residential Head housekeeper-family cook

Fantastic new position for a dedicated and flexible, experienced head housekeeper 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.

As head housekeeper you will report to the principle and House manager and will be responsible for a small team of other housekeepers including a dedicated laundress. This is hands on role, which means you will involve yourself in all aspects of the daily housekeeping tasks needed to keep the house to an immaculate standard.

The Estate is fully staffed, you 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.

 Duties will include:

• Housekeeping
• Overall Management of the housekeeping team
• Taking care of antiques, brass, silver, and fine fabrics.
• Assisting Butler with front of house service.
• Turn down service
• Family cooking when principals are in residence

(Chef available for formal gatherings or parties)

• Walking the dogs
• Assisting the house manager with daily running of the household.

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 £40,000 Gross per annum depending on experience. Beautiful new 1-bedroom apartment provided.

Strictly non-smokers, ideally computer literate and previous household experience is essential. Sorry no dependant children. Driver preferred. (HU3561B)

PARIS -FRANCE
HEAD HOUSEKEEPER
Live out 9am to 5.30pm
French & English speaker essential

A highly motivated, professional, and experienced senior housekeeper (capable to be the assistant to the house manager) is required for a Part residence home of Overseas employers, mainly used for visits to Paris 6-8 times per year. However, the residence must be kept ready to receive guests at any time.

You will be responsible for the day to day upkeep of this property to a very high standard, working as part of a team, including a housekeeper and house engineer reporting to the house manager, family office and security team.

This is a hands-on role and will include maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation of all rooms, including windows, floor treatments, dusting, polishing, care of upholstery, fabrics, glass and leather and careful attention to paintings and antiques. You will also be responsible for client’s laundry and wardrobe care.

As well as the preparation and continual care of the property, the role does involve some administration duties. You will have good communication skills, need to be fluent in French & English, have basic computer skills ( email, internet etc) liaise with the maintenance team and contractors.

The clients seek a professional, very well-presented housekeeper, with high attention to detail, a friendly but discreet nature with ability to prioritise and delegate tasks and duties when required.

SALARY NEGOTIABLE DEPENDING ON PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE -ASAP START

Strictly non-smoker and professional presentation is essential. (HU3641)

COTSWOLDS-STOW - ON -THE -WOLD
RESIDENTIAL HOUSEKEEPER -COOK

Large country house in a glorious setting, part residence property of a young couple with 3 small children, nannies are employed.

An experienced, traditional, country house, housekeeper is required who can take ownership of the day to day running of this property. Part time cleaning support is increased during the principals “in residence” periods and there are grounds and maintenance staff employed too.

You will need a keen eye for detail, be comfortable working alone, have excellent housekeeping and laundry skills and be able to maintain the wardrobes.  You will be required to cook for the principals when in residence, good fresh healthy family dishes using garden produce. Ideally you will also be capable to make jams, chutneys, bake cakes and utilise the fresh eggs from the chickens, which you will need to care for.

The property is modern with high tech support systems, there are 4 acres of grounds and gardens.

During the periods in residence ( 3-4 times per year for 3-5 weeks each visit) the working days are longer and demanding, but time back can be taken and the role becomes more of a caretaking role when the principals are not in residence. Therefore flexibility, ability to cope under pressure and stamina is essential to this role.

Salary Negotiable, 1 bedroom self-contained flat and 2 days off per week. Strictly non-smokers and driver essential. ( HU3643)

HOLLAND PARK- LONDON W11
Weekend Residential Family Cook-Housekeeper
Working hours Saturday 8am to Sunday 8.30pm

Family of five which includes 3 teenage children require a weekend housekeeper and family cook.

The current long term housekeeper will shortly retire, additional staff are employed throughout the week, this is purely a weekend position.

You will be required to start work at 8am on Saturday, sleep in overnight and leave on Sunday at 8.30pm.

Duties are primarily family “HOME” cooking, breakfast, lunch and dinner on both days, which includes either cooked and continental breakfast, light lunch and 2 course evening meal. The family enjoy fresh home cooked healthy dishes, family level with no entertaining.

In addition you will undertake light housekeeping, tidying, making beds, maintaining the bathrooms etc. There is a very small dog which will need walking 2-3 times a day, you will also shop for fresh produce locally and close up the house, set alarms etc on Saturday evening. The children may be alone in the house and so a supervisory eye is required.

SALARY £450 NET FOR THE WEEKEND – OWN BEDROOM AND ENSUITE BATHROOM PROVIDED. STRICTLY NON SMOKER & PREVIOUS HOUSEHOLD EXPERIENCE ESSENTIAL. (HU3648)

VIRGINIA WATER -SURREY
DAILY HOUSEKEEPER-LAUNDRESS

A highly professional and experienced housekeeper is required for a professional family of four, which includes 2 teenage boys. We require a housekeeper who is meticulous, with great attention to detail and who has experience working in a UHNW residence.   You will be responsible for the day to day cleaning, including dusting, hoovering, and general housekeeping. You will also be required to manage evening turn down, deal with the laundry and ironing as well run errands occasionally. A full team of staff are employed which includes chef, butler / house manager and housekeepers. This is a large property over four levels with indoor and outdoor pool, gym and spa areas, so essential that you are experienced in private house etiquette. Driver preferred and strictly Non Smoker. Flexible 5-day working week which will include evening and weekend working on a rota. Simple uniform will be required. TOP negotiable salary based on experience. ASAP START (HU3650)

Head Housekeeper & Lady’s Maid - Monaco

A young HNW family are looking for a Head Housekeeper & Lady’s Maid, for their new residence in Monaco. This experienced Housekeeper will have setup new homes and worked for a family with young children for quite a few years where the standards of the house are to the highest level. Experienced in managing a large international wardrobe and being ready to travel with the family on certain occasions is required. The role requires someone who has had experience as a senior housekeeper in a large private home who is hands on and proactive with excellent leadership skills and knowledge of the day-to-day tasks of a household. Independent, a quick thinker and solution finder, able to deal with last minute requests and small projects/ searches. Experienced in wardrobe management, packing with excellent knowledge in cleaning and caring for delicate and rare fabrics, furs and jewellery. Able to manage inventories and specialty items such as beauty products, medications and supplements for the whole family. Clear knowledge of high-end fashion, designer brand and latest beauty treatments and products. It is essential that the person be able to handle various tasks simultaneously while remaining calm and in control in highly demanding situations. You must maintain confidentiality at all times. Being the main point of contact of the Lady of the House for all matters concerning the cleaning of the house her wardrobe and that of other family members.

Duties will include

• Work closely alongside housekeepers daily to ensure the highest level of hygiene and detailed cleaning to all areas of the interior and exterior of the property.
• Pay special attention to the disposition and setup of all items in the house as per the wishes of the family as well as the organization of the family’s items, improving this with the Head Butler.
• Create new protocols of housekeeping and implement these in training staff as much as required
• Work with the Butler to help coordinate cleaning around the family’s movements to take advantage of even brief opportunities to provide service to areas of the household.
• Look after the family’s wardrobes to make sure that all clothes and items are organized, tidy and in excellent condition. In pairs or outfits where appropriate, bags and jewellery are properly presented and protected.
• Take daily inventory and check the levels of the family’s consumable items and ensure that there is an appropriate level of stock to ensure the family does not run out, optimizing space and expiry dates.

Must be fluent in English and French (Italian would also be advantageous).  Must live within a commutable distance to Monaco or be willing to relocate at own expense. (if relocating accommodation will be provided for the trial period).   Excellent references, certificates and drivers licence required.   Salary negotiable based on experience, as will an annual bonus, agreed by the principals.   (HU3653)

BARNET – HERTFORDSHIRE
RESIDENTIAL  HOUSEKEEPER /ASSISTANT HOUSEMANAGER  for  privately-owned Palladian Mansion, located just outside Barnet and set in 250 acres of parkland.  The house is used both as a private residence and let out for both filming and private corporate events. 

We are looking for an experienced hands-on assistant house manager/housekeeper to join our small friendly team. Reporting to the General Manager, you will be responsible for day to day housekeeping duties and overseeing other members of the household staff. You will ensure the smooth running of the house.

Key responsibilities include:

• To be responsible for the security of the house and to ensure a member of staff is always on duty in the house.
• Arrange the house staff rota to ensure there is cover at all times.
• To keep an accurate record of petty cash expenditure and add to the monthly accounting spreadsheet
• Ensuring that all areas of the house are clean and free of dust on a daily basis.
• Liaising with the General Manager/Film Steward to ensure the house is cleaned after any filming or event.
• Cleaning/care of antique furniture and paintings. Advise General Manager of any items requiring specific attention or repair.
• Making sure all bedrooms are kept clean and tidy and beds are made.
• Ensuring all private and communal bathrooms/lavatories are kept clean and that high levels of hygiene are maintained.
• Working with the Houseman to ensure all refuse and recycling from the house is dealt with appropriately.
• Making sure that all general medicines/First Aid kits are kept stocked and within their ‘use by’ dates.
• Checking that all areas of the house are functioning correctly (light bulbs, bathrooms, lift etc) and reporting to the General Manager/Houseman anything which needs rectifying.
• Checking all cleaning supplies are kept stocked and advising if anything needs to be purchased.
• Care and basic maintenance of all cleaning and laundry equipment and areas. Report any issues to the General Manager/Houseman
• Specific cleaning of gym area and equipment.
• Cleaning of pool house and reporting any issues to the General Manager/Houseman
• Care and cleaning of silverware/brass using the correct methods as requested.
• Looking after guests and ensuring they have everything they need.
• Assisting the with any luggage as required.
• Laundering of clothes and bed linen.
• Dealing with any contractors, workmen or visitors as required.
• Working with other staff members to ensure that security within the house and grounds is maintained.
• Work weekends and occasional Bank Holidays as required.
• Light cooking when chef is off
• Overseeing any temporary housekeeping staff.
• Service at dinner parties as requested.
• Service of meals/snacks/refreshments as requested.
• Working with the House Manager to source any floral arrangements and ensure they are looked after and kept watered.
• Wear appropriate clothing for various duties.
• Participate in a weekly staff meeting.     

Hours of Work:

• From 9am to approx. 5pm, when the owners are not in residence but flexible for longer hours when they are.
• Generally, the Housekeeper will be required to work 5 days a week, and most weekends. Wednesday and Thursday will be the two days off each week.

 Accommodation:

• A private flat is provided within the Main House.
• All services are provided for with the exception of phone calls.

SALARY NEGOTIABLE DEPENDING ON PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE. PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A HANDS ON HOUSEKEEPING ROLE WORKING AS PART OF A SMALL TEAM. YOU MUST BE LARGE DOG AND CHILD FRIENDLY, SPEAK EXCELLENT ENGLISH, BE VERY WELL PRESENTED WITH HIGH ENERGY LEVELS. STRICTLY NON SMOKER & DRIVER ESSENTIAL. (HU3630)

OXFORDSHIRE
RESIDENTIAL DOMESTIC COUPLE
HOUSEKEEPING COUPLE

The property is a Georgian Manor House in extensive gardens and grounds near Oxford with a successful and growing Wedding and events business alongside being an occasional weekend family home. We seek a domestic couple to look after the house and those using it for Events. Hours: 5 days per week, predominantly 9:00 – 17:30 with one hour off for lunch.

FLEXIBLE WORKING ARRANGEMENTS
This position will only suit a housekeeping couple willing to work a very flexible schedule.   Hours are long during the peak wedding season period (typically involving weekend work) and shorter during the off-season period.   Overtime hours can be accumulated during the peak season and then used for time off in lieu (TOIL) during the off-season period.   This job will therefore be ideally suited to couples who wish to travel or take extended periods off during the winter period. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Housekeeping – The majority of time will be spent with housekeeping duties (cleaning, laundry, bed-changing, looking after house guests).  The House has 12 bedrooms and there is also an event marquee in the grounds. 

House Maintenance – Experience with light house maintenance (small fixes and painting) would be desirable and the housekeeping couple would be expected to monitor problems and find solutions for day-to-day maintenance issues at the House, including management of tradespeople.

Event Operations – Working closely with the House Manager to organise all Event preparations, including setting up the House and marquee to a specific plan, liaising with wedding suppliers, carrying equipment, moving furniture, post-event damage and stock checks and arranging of event deliveries and collections.

Events – Ardington House has a busy events schedule (typically 40-50 events per year) and is particularly busy during the wedding season which runs from April until October.  During this period, weekend and evening work will be required, with days off to be taken on weekdays.  Events are run by an event manager, but the housekeeping couple will need work on rota on event days to provide hosting, to coordinate with the catering and event management teams, to assist with arrivals and departures of guests and to secure the House during events (weddings take place in the Marquee and once guests have moved to the Marquee, it is the housekeepers’ responsibility to monitor access to the House, which is provided only to overnight guests).

Other – When the family is in residence, occasional cooking, driving (one driving license is essential), shopping and waitering will be required. There is a full gardening team, but occasional garden, pool and tennis court maintenance work may be required.   Ability to assist in the events office to cover holidays of the events team would also be a bonus.

REPORTING

The Housekeeping couple will report to the House Manager. The owners do not live in the House but visit periodically with their families.  The House may also be occupied at times throughout the year by holiday rental clients.

ACCOMODATION & SALARY

There is a self-contained, private fully furnished and spacious flat within the House, with all bills and WIFI included. There is an outdoor swimming pool and tennis court, which staff are permitted to use when clients are not in residence. Salary circa £45,000 Gross per annum plus annual bonus, 5 day working week to include weekends.  Position start: March 2021. Strictly Non Smokers and excellent level of English required. Ideally both to drive and have own car. ( HU3655)