A live-in Housekeeper and Driver / Maintenance pair are required for a prestigious large private estate property located in the vicinity of Bridgnorth. Our clients, who primarily reside abroad, plan to use this residence approximately 50% of the time. This is an exciting opportunity for a versatile, proactive, and professional couple to manage and maintain this property to a high-standard.
You will be part of a team including another housekeeper, full-time gardener and full-time maintenance person so it is important that you can work collaboratively to ensure the property runs smoothly.
Key Responsibilities:
Housekeeper:
* Maintain the house to an immaculate standard, ensuring it is guest-ready at all times.
* Regularly clean and tidy all areas of the house, including bedrooms and bathrooms.
* Manage laundry and ironing, with particular care for delicate and quality fabrics.
* Keep the house well-stocked with necessary supplies.
* Clean and maintain several outbuildings.
* Ensure specialist furniture is cared for appropriately.
* Prepare simple meals and work alongside the principal who enjoys cooking.
* Maintain high housekeeping standards, with a keen eye for detail.
* Organise and oversea dinner parties and small parties
Driving and Property Maintenance:
* Drive and run errands, including driving when the family are in residence.
* Oversee the maintenance of the tennis court and swimming pool.
* General property maintenance.
* Be handy around the property - any basic plumbing or electrical knowledge is a bonus
* Collaborate with the gardener to ensure the upkeep of formal and informal gardens.
General:
* Be proactive, logical, friendly, and take pride in your work.
* Possess a professional friendly manner with a good sense of humour
* Maintain professional boundaries, knowing when to step back and be discreet.
* Assist with the resident dog, so a love for animals is essential.
* Flexibility to work weekends when the family is in residence.
* Be security aware ensuring that the property and grounds are always cared for and secure
Required Qualifications and Skills:
* You must both be competent drivers with a valid license.
* Proven experience in high-standard housekeeping and property maintenance.
* Excellent organisational and time management skills.
* Strong knowledge of caring for delicate fabrics and fine furniture.
* Ability to perform a variety of maintenance tasks around the property.
* Good initiative, attention to detail, a natural flair for keeping a home guest ready and a passion for a job being well done are all critical
* Anticipate the Principal's needs with a warm and friendly manner assisting with all their requirements and resolving any issues that may arise
* Experience in a similar role within a private household is required.
Benefits:
* Accommodation provided on the property in the form of a 3 bedroom cottage with bills included.
* Competitive salary.
* Opportunity to work in a beautiful and prestigious location.
Work Schedule:
* 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
* Flexibility to work weekends when the family is in residence.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £80,000.00-£90,000.00 per year
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £80,000.00-£90,000.00 per year
Language:
* English (preferred)
Work Location: In person