Domestic couple - united kingdom, wilmslow, cheshire

experienced domestic couple required for large home in cheshire

we have a truly fantastic opportunity for a highly experienced domestic couple to assist in the smooth running of a large family home in cheshire. this lovely family is looking for a hardworking housekeeper and gardener/handyman couple to support them on this 5.5-acre property. the home consists of 6-ensuite bedrooms, a leisure centre, gym, spa and large living spaces.

the housekeeper part of the couple will have an excellent eye for detail and will have sole responsibility of the day-to-day cleaning and organisation of the home. although not a formal home, there is an emphasis on the need for being detail-oriented. you will have exacting standards, be experienced in all aspects of housekeeping, including laundry, ironing, wardrobe management, flower arranging as well as caring for fine furnishings.

the gardener/handyman will have mainly be working on the exterior of the home, ensuring the gardens are well-maintained, as well as ensuring all maintenance of exterior furnishings is taken care of. you will be happy to muck in wherever needed, and further duties will include general diy tasks in and around the home, as well as errand running. you will also be required to take the family’s much loved cocker spaniel on walks, feed and occasionally bath him. this role is 98% exterior based, thus the couple will mostly be working on separate duties.

as an experienced domestic couple, you will have good longevity and experience working for a hnw family in a similar role. our clients are looking for an honest, caring and responsible couple, able to confidently look after the property when the family is away. effective communication is essential for this role, as you will be required to present any issues that might arise quickly to the house manager, and liaise with them on anything that the principals might need. being a dog-lover is a must, as sole care would be required when the family is not in residence, in addition to daily walks and feeding.

this is a live-in position, with accommodation provided in the form of a one-bedroom chalet, comprising of an open plan kitchen/lounge, with a separate bathroom. the chalet is located within the grounds, in a secluded area away from the main property. working hours are monday to friday, 8 am to 6 pm, with a 1-hour lunch break. saturdays are 9 am to 1 pm, when the family is home. if a saturday morning is worked, time will be given off in lieu on wednesday afternoons.

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