Domestic Couple

Live-in House/Estate Management Couple

Our client is looking for an outstanding Live-in House Couple who
are based at their property in the Cotswolds.

The Farmhouse is set in 5 acres and is 5 bedrooms. This is the
principal’s main residence but he travels. Usually, it is
occupied by 1 or 2 adults but almost every weekend his two
daughters will visit the property with their Nanny. The role
needs someone who has very high standards for both housekeeping
and cooking.

Duties outlined but not limited to:

* Always looking to improve culinary skills and adapt meals to
accommodate vegan, vegetarian, gluten and dairy free options
* You are preparing meals on a daily basis three meals for the
principal and guests
* Prepare the house for the principal and guests’ arrival from
small get togethers to shooting parties over a period of a few
days
* Creating flower arrangements
* Produce from the kitchen garden
* Laundry & Wardrobe Management
* Shopping for food
* Household accounts
* Driving duties to include looking after nine classic and modern
cars including servicing and driving them on a regular basis
* Airport runs, driving Principal and his family to different
places around the country
* Butler duties are informal even though there are many high
profile guests
* Maintenance of the property and gardens
* Look after the kitchen garden, orchard and lawned areas
* Security of the property is a high priority and one to is
sought to be constantly improved

The right couple will be proactive, efficient, trust worthy,
discreet, managing your own time when the principal isn’t in
residence.

Accommodation: Separate studio ensuite with little lounge and
wood burner. A car is provided. It is a lovely family and a
wonderful role.

Salary: £75,000+

REF: S&W#3062635

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