Housekeeping Couple required
Start date - ASAP
Principals - a single couple with multiple fully staffed properties in Europe and overseas.
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Housekeeper and Houseman for a long-term role within a beautiful private country house, set in 30 acres of grounds on the Leicestershire/Warwickshire borders. The principals are a couple with multiple fully staffed homes in Europe and overseas.
The successful candidates will have proven private household experience of working together for UHNW employers, a meticulous eye for detail, and a flexible, positive attitude. You will ensure the property is always maintained to an exceptional standard and provide a seamless service to the principals.
Reporting to the principals direct you must be dog-friendly, as occasional assistance with the owners’ dogs will be required. This is a Monday–Friday role with weekends off when the principals are not in residence. Flexibility is required when they are in residence. Time in lieu given when accumulated. There is another couple also employed to share the workload and ensure each couple have two days off per week.
Key Responsibilities
Housekeeper Duties
1. Full range of housekeeping duties – dusting, vacuuming, cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, and living areas
2. Laundry and bed linen care, including delicate fabrics and fine materials
3. Ironing and wardrobe management
4. Seasonal deep cleaning and care of delicate antiques, art, glass, and china
5. Assisting chef with kitchen duties and grocery deliveries
6. Ordering and restocking household supplies
7. Arranging flowers from estate gardens and glasshouse
8. Supporting with service when entertaining guests
9. Post-contractor clean-up and general household organisation
10. Liaising regularly with principals
Houseman Duties
When principals are not in residence
11. Mowing lawns and general weeding assisting gardeners when requested
12. General outside work within the Estate as required - Overseeing contractors
13. Driving duties as requested. Clean licence required
14. Making sure any on-site vehicles are ready for service and cleaned
15. General household maintenance/DIY
16. Layup and cleaning of house fires ready for arrivals
17. Cleaning brass and silver when required
18. Other duties as directed
19. Happy to run errands
20. Airport pickups and train station pickups when required
21. Car provided for work related travel TBC
22. Liaising regularly with principals
When principals are in residence
23. Assisting housekeeper with in-house tasks
24. Serving at table (formal and informal)
25. Other duties as directed
Candidate Requirements
26. Excellent verifiable references with a consistent employment history
27. Previous experience of working together in a private household for UHNW employers
28. High levels of discretion, trustworthiness, and reliability
29. Adaptable and flexible “can-do” attitude
30. Experience with alarms, household systems, and IT equipment (advantageous)
31. Strong communication and teamwork skills
32. Competent with Microsoft Word and email
33. Willingness to take responsibility for security and alarm response
Package & Benefits
34. Salary £70,000 per annum (DOE) plus benefits
35. Offsite 4-bedroom fully furnished house in a local village with a garden and garage, this is provided with council tax and all utilities covered. Extras like broadband ,TV licence, (Sky etc.) to be paid by employee
36. Use of car for work-related travel