Private Household Cook

1 week ago


Kensington W, United Kingdom OGL Advisors Full time

We are a family with young, fun and energetic children, and a busy lifestyle living and working in London.

About The Role

Position: Cook (with childcare and housekeeping support)

Working Pattern: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 12pm – 7:30pm, Friday 10:30am – 8:30pm, with flexibility to work occasional weekends where required and occasional travel with the family as required. (3:30pm – 7:30pm Monday – Thursday, 10:30am – 7:30pm Friday could also be considered if preferred)

Location: Kensington, Central London

Joining our small valued household team, including a Housekeeper, part-time Housekeeper, and a Nanny, you will manage planning, ordering, preparation and cooking of all meals with fresh, quality ingredients for the family, guests and household team. Alongside this, you'll be in charge of keeping the kitchen and pantry clean, tidy and well stocked and have the skills, experience and willingness to be flexible in providing childcare support as well and housekeeping support if there are team absences.

Key Responsibilities:

Cooking

Kitchen & Pantry Management and cleaning

Childcare: Cover gaps in the full time Nanny rota, their annual leave and assist with childcare on a daily basis where required

Travel: As and when required, accompany the family on trips overseas

Relevant Experience & Skills

· Previous experience in a similar role with a passion for and confidence in cooking

· A positive, friendly, hands on and energetic approach, with patience and flexibility

· Integrity, trustworthiness, discretion, confidentiality and reliability are key for this role

· Exceptional communication skills with a highly communicative approach, along with strong planning and organisational skills

· Excellent interpersonal skills and a team focused, supportive and hands on, 'muck in'

approach

· Pro-active with lots of initiative, creativity and the ability to look ahead and anticipate future requirements

· The ability to stay calm under pressure, with a flexible approach to be able to cope with unexpected situations

· The ability to maintain high professional standards whilst in an informal setting and a responsible and punctual attitude to work

· A well-presented and positive role model for the children

· Strong attention to detail with the motivation to achieve high standards

· A committed approach to health and safety and food hygiene

Education & Certificates

· Fluent in English

· Valid driving licence

· A valid passport

· Good, contactable verbal references

· Health and Safety Food Hygiene certificates

· Be willing to get an up to date enhanced DBS clearance in this role

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £37,000.00-£52,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person


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