Guardian Couple Job
A live In guardian couple is required for a Provence Property in Saint Rémy de Provence, South of France, set on a Olive farm. Position in long term, for mid-April 2019
Duties & Responsibilities
- Run the house like clockwork
- High level cleaning throughout the property
- The property is rented occasionally
- Management of seasonal staff
- Supervise and assist the cleaning task inside and outside
- Laundry and ironing
- Family cooking
- Stock taking (because rentals occasionally)
- Stock of the cleaning products
- Up-keep of furniture, art, china, silver, crystal…
- Ensure Security of the residence at all times
- Cleaning and maintenance of the pool, terraces, pool house (outside furnitures)
- Ensuring all household equipment (lighting, AV system…)
- Liaise with external contractors
- Keep accurate household records
- Managing the petty cash, recording
- Reporting to the owner
- Drive family and guests
- Ensure vehicles are valeted, good working order
- Hire seasonal staff
- Garden maintenance (overseeing 3 gardeners), ensuring the high standard
- Making sure that all garden equipment is correctly maintained and serviced
- Greet guests
- Unpacking, packing for principal, family and guests if required
- Safety and hygiene standards
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years in similar position
- Versatile couple, Serious, professional and very flexible
- French speaking at least for one
- English speaking for both
- Driving licence at least for one
- Happy to work in very organized environment
- Very clean and presentable
- Flexible especially in high season
Starting date: Mid-April 2019
Employment contract :Permanent 5 days a week when owner/guests no present
Accommodation: house with 2 bedrooms
Probation period: 3 months renewable
Salary: From 4 500€ nets/month
Ad reference : 1048 CA
Post 27/04/2019 by Morgan & Mallet International
Position filled
