Role: Live In Domestic Couple
Location: Cotswolds
Salary: £75,000-£90,000 (upper salary for exceptional candidates)
Contract: Permanent
Accommodation: Separate Studio Ensuite
Start: ASAP/Flexible
A great client is looking for an outstanding Live-in Domestic Couple for their Estate property in The Cotswolds
Working alongside a small, friendly and dedicated support team, the 5 bedroomed Farmhouse within 5 acres is the Principal’s main residence
The Principal travels frequently (4/5 months of the year), so this is a role full focus is expected when the Client is in-residence, and with trust to manage your own scheduling when the Client is away. The Principal also has extended Family including teen children who visit the property with their nanny, so the house is to be kept arrival ready at all times
The role requires high standards in Housekeeping (including laundry & wardrobe management) and a good level of family-style cooking (constituting simple healthy dishes and ability to accommodate dietary requirements)
The other half of the Couple should be a well-presented driver, to Chauffeur the Family and run errands – also overseeing a small fleet of 9 classic and modern cars (so an interest in motoring would be beneficial). This candidate will also undertake light gardening (the kitchen garden, orchard and lawned areas), and be able to offer semi-formal food and beverage service. Helping to maintain the property and key-holder and security-focus are also expected
The Family tend to travel Christmas, Summer and Easter breaks so these are ideal period to take annual leave
Your accommodation is a separate Studio Ensuite with small lounge and wood burner, and a vehicle is provided. The couple should be pet-friendly and comfortable around 2 Labrador dogs
The right couple will be proactive, efficient, trustworthy, discreet, and highly active. This is a lovely family and a wonderful role for a suitable Couple
To apply for this role you must;
- Be eligible to work in the UK
- Have a valid passport
- Be fluent in the English Language
- Have a valid DBS check or be willing to obtain one
- Have excellent contactable references
- Have 5+ years’ experience working as a Domestic Couple within a private household
To apply for the position please send your CV to info@poppylaneplacements.com