Job Details
Client: Katherine Shields Private Staff Ltd
Location: Reading, United Kingdom
Job Category: Hospitality
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: e76c22b62766
Job Views: 3
Posted: 26.04.2025
Expiry Date: 10.06.2025
Job Description
Experienced House Manager & Housekeeper/Cook Couple required to join a small team to help run a Listed Country House and Estate in West Berkshire. Working weekends with 2 consecutive days off during the week, and one weekend off per month.
House Manager Responsibilities
* Manage the household and assist with maintenance and repairs of estate properties.
* Coordinate with contractors for electricity, plumbing, Wi-Fi, security, lift, indoor pool, tennis court, and pumps.
* Perform proactive maintenance tasks such as gutter, drain, window, and car cleaning and repairs.
* Order heating oil, oversee weekly pool and car maintenance, and supervise gate maintenance and deliveries.
Housekeeper/Cook Responsibilities
* Assist with cleaning, including antique furniture, leather, carpets, wooden and stone flooring.
* Manage laundry and ironing.
* Cook healthy Mediterranean/English meals on weekends.
* Assist with harvesting fruit and vegetables from the garden and orchard when needed.
Additional Duties
* Help with dog walking, pet care, and hen care when principals are away.
* Assist with outdoor furniture cleaning.
Staff Accommodation
Modern detached house with 4/5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, private entrance, garden, garage, central heating, and log stove. All bills paid, including council tax, electricity, water, and broadband.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary: £76,000 gross per annum (dependent on experience). Pets and dependents considered for the right long-term couple. Preference for 2 drivers. Non-smokers only.
Start Date
Interviewing now for a September start or when the ideal couple is found.
Requirements
* Housekeeper
* Gardener
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