Live-In Housekeeper/Cook – Fawley, Hampshire
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and energetic Housekeeper/Cook to join a busy but welcoming family of five (three children aged 8–12) at their beautiful coastal estate near Southampton. You will work alongside a small household team, so a friendly, team-focused approach is essential. The family also has four dogs (Labradors and Dachshunds), so you must be comfortable around animals.
The ideal candidate will be fluent in English, highly organised, and discreet, with extensive experience in similar private household roles. You should be confident in the kitchen, able to prepare a wide variety of meals using fresh seasonal produce, and comfortable catering for both daily family dining and the occasional dinner party. A full UK driving licence and your own vehicle are required (although other vehicles will be available for work use). Energy, enthusiasm, and a positive, can-do attitude are key, along with being comfortable around children and dogs.
Key Responsibilities
1. Housekeeping to a high standard, including care of delicate items and fine furnishings
2. Laundry, ironing, and fabric care
3. Household provisioning and organisation
4. Daily family cooking with fresh produce from the kitchen garden
5. Occasional informal dinner party catering (up to 8–10 guests)
6. Babysitting when required
7. Dog care and support
Start date: Flexible – when the right candidate is found
Working week: 5 days (days off: Tuesday & Wednesday)
Hours: 50 hours per week (approx. 10 hours per day)
Accommodation: Private 1.5-bedroom flat provided, all bills included
Salary: up to £50,000 gross per annum (live-in)
Consultant: Shannon Anderson
Job ID: 164825