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Date Added: Thu 17/10/2024

Domestic Couple - House Manager/Housekeeper And Chef

Chipping Norton, OX7, UK
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Company: THE BURFORD RECRUITMENT COMPANY LTD

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £60000 - £70000/annum a cottage is provided

A HNW family in Oxfordshire is seeking a dedicated and experienced Domestic Couple to provide comprehensive household support. This is a live-in role with a private cottage included on the estate, offering a wonderful opportunity for a couple looking to work together. The role requires flexibility and a willingness to adapt to the needs of the family.

Key Responsibilities:

Chef:

* Prepare high-quality meals, focusing on fresh, nutritious seasonal ingredients for the family day to day.

* Prepare and produce high-quality meals for social gatherings and events.

* Plan and execute menus tailored to the family's preferences, including breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks.

* Accommodate dietary requirements and special requests.

* Oversee grocery shopping, pantry management, and stock rotation.

* Maintain a clean and organised kitchen.

House Manager/Housekeeper:

* Maintain the tidiness of the property, including making beds and ensuring the farmhouse is always presentable.

* Perform various errands as required, such as grocery shopping, picking up dry cleaning, and managing deliveries.

* Organise and manage dinner parties and other gatherings, coordinating with other staff, and overseeing event execution.

* Efficiently manage the household calendar, scheduling appointments, and ensuring smooth coordination of activities.

* Serve as the main point of contact between the household and external service providers, facilitating clear and efficient communication.

* Manage emails and collate expenses for the household.

Candidate Requirements:

* Proven experience working together as a Domestic Couple, ideally for a HNW family.

* A passion for high-quality cooking and meticulous housekeeping.

* Strong organisational and administrative skills for the Management aspects of the role.

* Ability to work discreetly, with a keen sense of privacy and confidentiality.

* A proactive attitude, with a flexible and adaptable approach to duties.

* A driving license is preferred for running errands and transport needs.

* Right to work in the UK
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