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Domestic Couple
2 weeks ago
Salisbury Wiltshire, United Kingdom
Cora Partners
Full time
Live-in Domestic Couple (Housekeeper + Maintenance/Handy Person) Location | Near Salisbury, Wiltshire Hours | Housekeeper (30 hours), Maintenance/Handy Person (10 hours) Salary | £40,000 (combined)
Overview Our client is looking for an experienced and committed Live-in Domestic Couple for their beautiful rural property near Salisbury.
The residence is an idyllic weekend retreat for the Principals and provides a serene escape from the bustle of everyday life. The Principals enjoy regular hosting, transforming their home into a haven for gatherings and parties.
They are looking for a meticulous Housekeeper, to work 30 hours a week, and an experienced Maintenance/Handy Person to work 10 hours a week. Hours for both positions are likely to extend during the summer and beyond, to accommodate renovations, entertaining, and running errands, with compensation adjusted accordingly, on a month by month basis.
The Domestic Couple will be provided with a separate apartment, with a large open kitchen and sitting room, double bedroom, and bathroom, and have use of an onsite car.
Job duties: Responsibilities of the Live-in Domestic Couple near Salisbury include:
Daily cleaning of all living spaces, including bedrooms, bathrooms, and common areas
Dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping floors
Changing bed linens and making beds
Managing laundry, ironing, and wardrobe organisation
Planning and preparing meals for the Principals and occasional guests
Maintaining a well-stocked and organised kitchen
Conducting routine maintenance tasks for the property
Coordinating with external contractors for more extensive repairs
Taking care of the Principals dogs, including feeding, grooming, and walking
Running errands, such as grocery shopping or picking up packages
Ensuring the estate's vehicles are well-maintained
Candidates must be / have: Experience of working in a similar role for a private estate / HNW individual
Knowledge of fine fabrics, silverware, art, and antiques
Valid driving licences
Proficiency in English
Cooking skills, would be a plus
Accommodation A separate accommodation consisting of a double bedroom, open plan kitchen / sitting room and use of an onsite car.
Hours 30 hours - Housekeeper
10 hours - Maintenance/Handy Person
Hours for both positions are likely to extend during the summer and beyond, to accommodate renovations, entertaining, and running errands, with compensation adjusted accordingly, on a month by month basis.
Two days off in the midweek.
Location Near Salisbury, Wiltshire.
Salary £30,000 (30 hours) - Housekeeper
£10,000 (10 hours) - Maintenance/Handy Person
Job ref CP622 Live-in Domestic Couple in Salisbury. TPBN1_UKCT