Overview
Perfect Household Staff is delighted to present a wonderful opportunity for a loyal and trustworthy Housekeeper Cook to support a warm and welcoming couple residing in a beautifully maintained five‑bedroom Victorian villa in Guildford, Surrey. Renowned for its charming cobbled High Street, historic architecture, and excellent transport links to London, Guildford offers a perfect balance of countryside tranquillity and urban convenience.
Household Background
The lady of the house runs several businesses from home, one of which is patient‑led, and the family are seeking a discreet and caring professional to ensure their home is kept immaculate and well‑organised.
Role Summary
Working as a Housekeeper Cook in a private residence requires a detail‑oriented, proactive, and experienced professional who takes pride in their work and values high standards. The position will involve full housekeeping duties, including daily cleaning, laundry, and ironing, with a particular emphasis on caring for fine linens and delicate fabrics. The family also require simple daily cooking, particularly evening meals, prepared with care and consistency.
Employment Details
Type: Permanent, Part‑Time, Live‑Out
Working Days: Monday to Friday
Working Hours: 20 hours per week, flexible distribution (afternoon hours essential for cooking dinner)
Language: English
Salary: £18 – £20 Gross per Hour
Location: Guildford, Surrey, UK
Starting Date: 3rd of November
Main Duties
* General cleaning and housekeeping of a five-bedroom home to a high standard.
* Hoovering, dusting, and cleaning all living spaces daily.
* Washing and ironing of fine and expensive linens, including several treatment sheets daily.
* Caring for delicate materials and ensuring all fabrics are handled appropriately.
* Cleaning interior windows and maintaining all rooms in pristine condition.
* Preparing simple, healthy evening meals for the principals.
* Maintaining kitchen cleanliness and organisation at all times.
* Liaising with household suppliers or maintenance staff when required.
* Wearing gloves when handling crystal and delicate items to ensure preservation.
* Working independently while demonstrating care, trustworthiness, and loyalty to the family.
Requirements
* Three or more years of private housekeeper cook experience.
* Two excellent checkable references.
* Conversational English.
* UK working permit.
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