We are seeking a hands on, experienced Housekeeper for a lovely young family of 5 in Cambridgeshire. There is a laundress and cleaners employed, and they have 2 cats. The main house is a large 10 bedroom household and there are cottages on the estate also. It is a working stud farm with horses, and there is an estate office on site. This is a close knit team, and it’s very much an ‘all hands on deck’ environment, so we are looking for a hands on housekeeper who is happy to help when needed.
Candidates MUST have the right to live and work in the UK.
Duties of the housekeeper:
- Assisting with cleaning, laundry, and ironing
- Family style cooking and fridge filling when needed
- Helping with dinner parties – cleaning and serving
- Overseeing household stock and cleaning supplies
- Household shopping and errands
- Organising pantries, kitchens, and bathrooms
- Ensuring the household is organised and running more efficiently
Ideal candidate:
- Previous experience in private households
- MUST have the right to live and work in the UK
- Team player, good sense of humour
- Professional and switched on
- Flexibility is key
Package:
Working week: 5 days/week, 40-50 hours/week depending on how busy it is. Occasional weekend work when needed
Accommodation: Initially an annexe space with shared living space – 1 & 2 bedroom apartments will be ready in 2-3 months. Partners and pets allowed. Secure garden attached to the property
Start: ASAP
Job status: Live
Responsible consultant: Laura Reeves
Salary: £35-40k approx. with benefits offered after probationary period
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