Domestic Couple

Greycoat Lumleys

Posted a day ago, valid for 3 days

Leighton Buzzard, Buckinghamshire LU7 0QU, England

£25,000 - £30,000 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

A returning client is seeking an experienced Live in Couple (Head Gardener & Housekeeper/Cook) for their property in Bedfordshire, set in 150 acres of countryside.
The role involves housekeeping, family cooking, shopping, overseeing a junior gardener, and property security, with driving duties required from at least one partner.
The couple will receive temporary accommodation in The Annexe until permanent housing is built on site, with utility bills covered by the employer.
The position offers a salary of £70,000 - £75,000 gross combined, depending on experience, and requires a flexible start date.
The working week is Monday to Friday with occasional weekends, and hours are from 8am to 6pm.

Live in Couple Job in Bedfordshire

A lovely returning Greycoat Lumleys client is looking for an experienced Live in Couple (Head Gardener & Housekeeper/Cook) for their beautiful property situated in 150 acres of the Bedfordshire countryside. They have 4 children (the youngest being 18 years old). They have 3 dogs.

Also employed is another Couple (Housekeeper & Estate Manager), a PA and a Junior Gardener.

Duties:

Housekeeping duties to include cleaning, laundry and ironing
Family Cooking (including occasional dinner parties).
Freezer filling
Keeping the fridges and freezers stocked and maintained
Shopping and running errands
Overseeing the junior gardener
Formal and informal gardening
Driving duties
Use of garden machinery
Security of the property
Dog care

Driving: At least one must be a confident driver

Accommodation: Temporary accommodation in The Annexe will be provided until suitable local accommodation is found. Utility bills will be covered by the employer. Pets would be considered. Permanent accommodation is due to be built on site.

Start Date - Flexible for the right couple

Working Week - Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work.

Hours: 8am - 6pm with a break

Salary - £70,000 - £75,000 gross combined, depending on experience

Responsible Consultant - Georgia Lester

Vacancy Number: 115740

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