We are seeking an experienced, discreet and highly organised Housekeeper/Cook to join a private Estate in Surrey.
Role: Housekeeper/Cook (Live-in or Live-out)
Days: 5 days per week
Hours: 45 hours
Location: Leatherhead, Surrey
Salary:£40,000 - £50,000 GPA (DOE)
Accommodation: Can be provided
Contract:Permanent
Start date: Flexible
We are seeking an experienced, discreet and highly organised Housekeeper/Cook to join a private Estate in Leatherhead, Surrey.
This is a hands-on role requiring a high standard of work across all areas of the Estate and surrounding properties. The ideal candidate will take genuine pride in their environment, be adaptable to the needs of the households and be comfortable working with a degree of autonomy.
The Housekeeper will be the primary point of responsibility for the day-to-day running of the domestic environment and will work closely with the Estate Manager to ensure the highest standards are maintained at all times.
This is a permanent contract role where flexibility around evenings and weekends is expected, particularly during the residence of the Principal or during household events. Appropriate rest days will be agreed and provided.
Interviewing/trialling now, start date flexible.
Duties and responsibilities;
· Carry outthorough daily cleaning of all rooms and periodic deep cleaning
· Care for fine furnishings, antiques, silverware and other valuables in accordance with appropriate methods.
· Prepare fresh,home-cooked meals for the Principal and household, according to tastes anddietary requirements, including catering for guests (informal entertaining) when required.
· Manage all household laundry, including bed linen, towels and personal clothing.
· Ensure all items are laundered, ironed and returned promptly and in perfect condition.
· Oversee dry-cleaning requirements and liaise with external providers as needed.
· Manage household supplies and consumables, maintaining appropriate stock levels and placing orders as needed.
· Liaise with tradespeople, suppliers and service providers, coordinating access and ensuring works are completed satisfactorily.
· Monitor household maintenance requirements and report issues promptly to the Estate Manager.
· Assist with household inventories, seasonal preparations (e.g. opening and closing of rooms) and the organisation of storage.
· Maintain a household diary of recurring tasks and upcoming requirements.
To be considered for this role you must;
· Hold the rights to work within the UK
· Be fluent in English
· Have 4+ years of experience working as a Housekeeper within a private household
· Have excellent contactable references
· Have (/be willing to obtain) an up-to-date DBS certificate
· Driving license (preferable)
