Live-in Head Housekeeper

Our clients, who have a beautiful, rural, country estate in North
Yorkshire, Near Skipton, are looking for an experienced Head
Housekeeper to make sure that the property runs as smoothly and
efficiently as possible. The family home consists of 11-bedrooms
and includes a pool, gym and tennis courts. The home is the
primary residence to two principals and their two dogs, so being
a dog lover is an essential part of the role. They are looking
for candidates that have had previous experience in a similar
Head Housekeeper position with a minimum of 2/3 years'
experience.

Duties outlined but not limited to:

* Managing the household as a whole
* Hands-on housekeeping and laundry duties.
* Care of fine fabrics and high-end clothing is essential
* Weekly food shopping and liaising with garden team regarding
in-house produce
* Stocking of freezer/larder
* Manage and work with other household staff
* Main point of contact for both principals regarding all house
related matters
* Running errands
* Basic flower arrangements
* Notifying maintenance officer of all repairs
* Assisting with the organising of dinners and events – service
experience desirable
* Overseeing security/access of the property
* Out of hours dog care required when principals are not in
residence (to be split on rota with other members of staff).
* Occasionally cover dog walking when dog walker takes leave
* Very occasional driving duties – airport/train station

Excellent references and enhanced DBS check required

Monday to Friday, 08:00-17:30, 42.5 hours

Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 DOE

Accommodation: Three-bedroom, large semi-detached house with
garage and large garden – utility bills to be paid by the
employee

Immediate start for right candidate

REF: S&W#2968626

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