Live-in Domestic Couple, Northwest London, circa £80k gpa plus accommodation

We are looking for a live-in domestic couple to care for a beautiful country property just outside London. The family have other homes overseas and are not in residence full time, so the couple will be responsible for keeping the house running smoothly in their absence. When the family are in residence, the couple will support the day-to-day upkeep and service to ensure everything runs seamlessly.

We have successfully placed staff with them before and they are kind, respectful employers who are a pleasure to work for.

Duties will include:

Housekeeping of a large, traditionally finished home

Laundry and ironing to a high standard and wardrobe management

Polishing antiques, marble, and silver, as well as flower arranging

Menu planning + shopping groceries and stocks

Cooking/baking of nutritious, family home style meals and for guests

Assisting with events hosted at the Estate from time to time and providing assistance to the Estate guests

Maintaining accurate records of suppliers, expenses, visitors etc

Driving duties, including airport runs

Overseeing repairs, maintenance, and contractors

Maintenance of outbuildings, swimming pool and vehicles

Maintenance of grounds, garden, lawns, borders, hedges, woodlands, lakes..

Ensuring there is sufficient security and protection at the Estate at all times day and night

Liaising with the family office overseas

Requirements

Excellent housekeeping standards with a good understanding of caring for delicate materials

Confident cook, ideally with Mediterranean experience

Confident driver

Ability to coordinate extra temp staff during events hosted at the property

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office

When the family are away, working hours are typically Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. Saturdays might also be required should there be an urgent or emergency work commitment at the property.

When they are in residence, hours will extend to approximately 7am to 9pm, with flexibility during these periods being essential.

Accommodation: A separate two floor, three-bedroom cottage with own private garden and patio

Salary: £70k – 80k Gross DOE (Combined)

Start: ASAP

To apply, please send your CV to cv@silverandbow.com

Job Ref: SB2294