Live-in OR Live-out - Housekeeper Cook Oxshott

Position: Permanent
Job Reference: DB1074
Job Title: Live-in / Live-out Housekeeper Cook
Location: Oxshott, Surrey (near Cobham)
Children: Two young children, with older children visiting occasionally
Pets: Three small dogs
Salary: £45,000 gross per annum
Hours

Required:

Monday to Friday, 8am-8pm, with a two-hour lunch break (50 working hours per week)
Start Date: ASAP
Driver: Preferred, but not essential
Accommodation: Separate studio-style log cabin within the grounds, with its own entrance, available for live-in candidates.

Our client is seeking an experienced and confident Housekeeper Cook to join a busy, friendly and well-organised private household in Oxshott, Surrey.

The family live in a modern, eight-bedroom property of approximately 12,000 sq ft, arranged over four floors. The household is supported by an established team, including a property manager, a live-in nanny, a weekend housekeeper, and weekly cleaners.

This is a varied position with an equal emphasis on housekeeping and cooking (50/50). The successful candidate will enjoy preparing fresh, healthy meals and maintaining high standards of organisation and presentation throughout the home.

The family are happy to consider either live-in or live-out candidates.

• Preparing fresh, healthy lunches and dinners, with occasional breakfasts.
• Confidently cooking for larger numbers, occasionally up to 12 people.
• Adapting to changes in meal numbers, sometimes at short notice.
• Meal planning and preparation.
• Grocery ordering, stock management and restocking food supplies.
• Keeping the kitchen clean, tidy and well organised.

• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping throughout the property.
• Tidying and resetting rooms after use, ensuring everything is returned to its proper place.
• Organising cupboards, storage areas and household belongings.
• Establishing and maintaining effective organisational systems.
• Laundry care, ironing and putting clothes away.
• Managing dry cleaning and ensuring clothing is properly cared for.
• Working alongside other household staff to ensure the smooth running of the home.
• Reporting maintenance issues to the property manager as required.

• Previous experience working as a Housekeeper Cook within a busy private household.
• Confident and enthusiastic cook, comfortable preparing healthy family meals and catering for larger numbers.
• Excellent housekeeping skills and attention to detail.
• Naturally organised, tidy and proactive.
• Energetic, positive and comfortable working in a busy family environment.
• Able to work independently whilst also being part of an established household team.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing daily requirements.
• Friendly, approachable and professional, with a discreet and respectful manner.
• Driver preferred, but not essential.

• Occasional weekend flexibility may be required, with time off in lieu during the week.
• 28 days' annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Workplace pension.
• No childcare responsibilities.

Home Organisers is a long-established household staffing agency, established in 1970. We specialise in the recruitment of professional Housekeepers, Family Assistants, Nannies and other household staff throughout London, the Home Counties and nationwide.

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