Live in Housekeeper/Cook Job

Live In Housekeeper Job or Housekeeper/Cook Job

 A lovely family of four is looking for a live-in housekeeper or housekeeper/cook to help care for their beautiful 9-bedroom weekend home. The family consists of 2 adults and their two teenage children, along with two dogs—a Labrador and a Springer Spaniel. The family does not use the home every weekend; however, the candidate must manage their time well and keep the home ready at all times.

When the family is in residence, the candidate is required to work longer hours but can take longer breaks during the day. You will have two days off during the week, typically a Tuesday & Wednesday. A full-time live-in gardener is also employed. The family is informal, though they expect high standards.

They are looking for someone who is dog-friendly, takes initiative, and is very proactive—ideally, someone with experience as a sole housekeeper who can run a home with ease. The ideal candidate should take pride in their work, have great attention to detail, and be flexible while working to a high standard. Candidates with only chalet or yachting experience will also be considered.

The family also has a property in London and Northamptonshire and would like to find someone willing to assist at these properties on occasion (this is a bonus, not a necessity).

Duties Include:

  • Cleaning, laundry, and ironing to a high standard, including hand washing silks and cashmere

  • Deep cleaning and organizing the home

  • Family cooking (weekends only) with a focus on fresh, healthy food

  • Setting the table for meals

  • Assisting with dinner parties (uniform will be provided for these occasions)

  • Providing full turn-down service when the family is in residence

  • Shopping and provisioning for the household

  • Running local errands

  • Performing other ad hoc duties as required

  • Laying fires, lighting candles, and plumping cushions

  • Providing refreshments for guests

  • Checking on the security of the property in the principals’ absence

The ideal candidate must be security-conscious, responsible, discreet, and energetic. A full UK driving license is essential.

Start: As soon as the right person is found 

Accommodation: 1-bedroom cottage, ( all bills included except Wi-Fi)

Hours: 40 hours - with flexibility

Days: 5 days a week, weekend work required when the family are in residence, Monday - Friday when the family are not in residence

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 GPA depending on experience Negotiable for the right candidate 

Job reference number: 162903 

Consultant to contact: Vicky Smith 

If you are not already registered and you wish to apply, please send your updated CV and references to Vickys@greycoatlumleys.co.uk