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Looking to Hire a Live-in Domestic Couple in Basingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom
Full time Live-in Domestic couple is required in Basingstoke, Hampshire, UK
A private and discreet family are looking to hire a professional Domestic Couple (Housekeeper/Cook and Gardener/Groundsman) for their beautiful residence in rural Hampshire (near Basingstoke) UK.
You will be responsible for the main house, guest accommodation and grounds. As the family don’t tend to be in residence during the week, they are seeking a couple who are able to work weekends as an when needed.
One of you will be a confident cook who is conscious of the ingredients you use; cooking or preparing for the family on request, and catering occasionally for informal family occasions. You will also thrive in keeping the property and guest accommodation immaculate.
The other will be a skilled gardener who is able to keep the gardens presented beautifully, and maintain the forest area. You will also be adept at general maintenance work on the interior/exterior of the property. You must work well together as a couple, as well as the family’s other members of staff.
You will be supported in your role by the family PA and Property Manager, reporting any issues to them in or out of the property as and when they arise. They are not based at the residence, but attend frequently to see to any of the bigger maintenance issues, as well as performing other tasks on behalf of the family.
Start: As soon as possible.
You will be responsible for the main house, guest accommodation and grounds. As the family don’t tend to be in residence during the week, they are seeking a couple who are able to work weekends as an when needed.
One of you will be a confident cook who is conscious of the ingredients you use; cooking or preparing for the family on request, and catering occasionally for informal family occasions. You will also thrive in keeping the property and guest accommodation immaculate.
The other will be a skilled gardener who is able to keep the gardens presented beautifully, and maintain the forest area. You will also be adept at general maintenance work on the interior/exterior of the property. You must work well together as a couple, as well as the family’s other members of staff.
You will be supported in your role by the family PA and Property Manager, reporting any issues to them in or out of the property as and when they arise. They are not based at the residence, but attend frequently to see to any of the bigger maintenance issues, as well as performing other tasks on behalf of the family.
Start: As soon as possible.
Vacancy duties and responsibilities
Housekeeper/Cook Duties
Gardener/Groundsman Duties
- Confident cook who enjoys preparing/cooking/pre-cooking (and clearing away) family meals and on occasion, catering for Informal dinner parties
- Taking responsibility for ensuring the cleanliness of the main house and guest house (daily)
- Performing periodic deep cleans
- Cleaning windows inside and out
- Laundry, ironing (clothing, bedding and towels)
- Making sure the property is stocked for the principle’s arrival (as per instruction)
- Supervising contractors/tradespeople when they are onsite
- Feed and care for the chickens and fish
- Security of the property/grounds
Gardener/Groundsman Duties
- Maintain the grounds (including forest and gardens)
- Mowing lawns, maintaining garden machinery, pond maintenance, hedge trimming, planting flowers etc
- Perform general day to day maintenance on the main building and outbuildings (interior/exterior)
- Undertake preventative maintenance and identify bigger issues to the PA and House Manager ensuring everything is in perfect working condition
- Supervising contractors/tradespeople when they are onsite
- Maintaining the swimming pool and tennis court
- Security of the property/grounds
Profil requirement
- Both must have proven experience working in a private household
- Must speak fluent English
- You both will have a can-do attitude always operating with discretion and professionalism.
- One must be a confident cook and pride themselves on keeping the property immaculate.
- The other, an experienced gardener and competent with DIY.
- Excellent at communication, showing initiative and able to take instruction is paramount.
- Though driving is not part of your role, one must drive and have their own car due to the property location.
- Enhanced DBS check required
- Excellent references required
Job Condition
- Schedule: 40 hrs, 5 days a week (weekends when family in residence)
- Accommodation: Separate 2 bed accommodation, bills included. Couples with children and pets will be considered.
Domestic couple Salary
£65000 - 70000 gross per year (joint)
Marina Shevchenko is pleased to introduce this new domestic couple Job offer and vacancy in Basingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom |
Ad reference: 1867 LDM
Post on 01/04/2022 by Morgan & Mallet International |
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