Our client is looking for a skilled Housekeeper/Cook to live
on-site and take responsibility for the housekeeping and culinary
needs of their private residence in the Cotswolds.
The property is a five-bedroom farmhouse set on five acres,
primarily occupied by one or two adults, with additional family
members visiting frequently on weekends.
Duties outlined but not limited to:
* Housekeeping
* Daily cleaning and maintaining high standards of cleanliness
throughout the property
* Laundry and wardrobe management, including ironing and care for
delicate fabrics
* Creating fresh flower arrangements to enhance the home
environment
* Cooking & Meal Preparation
* Preparing three meals per day for the principal and guests
* Ability to cater to dietary requirements, including vegan,
vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options
* Always looking to improve culinary skills and adapt recipes as
needed
* Using fresh produce from the kitchen garden whenever possible
* Household Management & Shopping
* Organising the home to ensure it is always guest-ready
* Shopping for fresh food and household supplies
* Managing household accounts related to food and domestic
purchases
* Guest & Event Support
* Preparing the house for guests and special events, including
small gatherings and shooting parties
* Informal butler-style assistance when hosting high-profile
guests
The ideal candidate should:
* Be experienced in high-end housekeeping with excellent
attention to detail
* Skilled cook with a passion for fresh, seasonal, and
dietary-conscious cuisine
* Proactive and highly organised, able to manage tasks
efficiently
* Trustworthy, discreet, and adaptable to the needs of the
principal and guests
* Able to work independently and manage responsibilities when the
principal is away
Accommodation: Separate studio ensuite with a lounge and wood
burner.
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 experience dependent.
REF: S&W#3062633
