Near Burford
* Circa £38,000 to £40,000 pa
* 10:30 to 18:30, Monday to Friday only
* Live-out and Live-in considered: 1 Bedroom fully furnished cottage provided
The Burford Recruitment Company is delighted to be supporting a private household near Burford, who is seeking an experienced and reliable Housekeeper/Cook to manage all aspects of housekeeping and daily meal preparation.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain all areas of the property to an exceptional standard, ensuring the home is always clean, tidy, and well presented
* Carry out all general housekeeping duties – vacuuming, mopping, polishing, dusting, and deep cleaning as required
* Manage laundry, ironing, and care of bed linen, towels, and the Principal’s clothing, including arranging dry cleaning where necessary
* Oversee household supplies and ensure cleaning products and essentials are well stocked
* Prepare and serve healthy, well-balanced lunches and suppers during the week
* Manage grocery shopping, kitchen organisation, and menu planning
* Care for fine items such as china, silver, and crystal
* Assist with ad hoc household tasks, guest preparation, and errands as required
The ideal candidate will:
* Have proven experience in a similar private household or environment
* Be skilled in healthy, fresh cooking with an understanding of dietary requirements
* Be highly organised with excellent attention to detail
* Be discreet, trustworthy, and professional at all times
* Take pride in delivering a consistently high standard of work
* Be self-motivated, flexible, and able to work confidently on their own
* Have a friendly, positive, and proactive attitude
* Enjoy a varied role with both structure and responsibility