Couple Job, Rome, Italy
A lovely returning client of ours have approached us to assist them in the search for a Domestic/Estate management couple who are hands on to manage their beautiful property in Rome. The Principals have recently become Italian residents and have other properties in Italy and in the UK.
Accommodation is provided with this role and is of a very good standard having been recently refurbished.
The property in Rome is large and has 4 bedrooms and a beautiful historic garden. The successful couple will be used to hands on duties and assisting their principals in housekeeping and service as well as maintenance duties and driving. It is advantageous if one of the couples has an interest and ability with gardening. Experience with marble surfaces and fine art is also advantageous. Candidates must be EU passport holders and Italian speakers and have a proactive nature with at least 3 years of longevity with a previous family and verifiable references.
Duties and responsibilities:
Daily Housekeeping
Daily laundry
Working around the principals so that each room is always guest ready
Daily maintenance of property and outside areas
Shopping and provisioning
Driving for the principals and or guests
Light gardening and maintenance of exterior areas
Very light cooking or kitchen assistance
Swimming pool care and technical ability
Important to have
A team mentality working alongside other member of private staff (nannies, pas and chefs)
A child friendly approach
Happy to care for cats
Friendly but not familiar hospitality mindset
Italian and English language skills
EU passport
Unfortunately’ candidates with pets or dependents of their own would not be suited to this role. Candidates with excellent experience and longevity and perhaps whoa re empty nesters would be highly suited.
The principals are clear about what they want but are also friendly and approachable. They like their private staff to be happy and well remunerated for their work. They have a good rapport with people and treat their staff well. They have excellent longevity stretching to 10 years amongst most member of their exiting team. They have an extensive art collection and are somewhat traditional. Experience housekeeping in a home with fine art, delicate surfaces and fine fabrics is advantageous.
The property is a traditional mansion house and recently refurbished. It is expected that the couple will be dealing with snagging issues and be confident speaking with third parties a proactive and self-starting approach is advantageous with the support of the PA and extensive support team.
JOB ID: 140698
Salary: €6,500 NET combined
Accommodation: Provided of a good standard
Consultant: archie@greycoatlumleys.co.uk