Full-time Live-in Housekeeper | Private family estate in Somerset

Description

Full-time Live-in Housekeeper | Private family estate in Somerset

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced, proactive and detail-oriented Housekeeper to take sole responsibility for the interior management of a prestigious private family estate in Somerset.

Highlights

Start: ASAP
Location: Somerset
Working Hours: Approximately 45 hours per week, 5 days (with flexibility when the family are in residence)
Salary: £40,000–£55,000 gross per annum, depending on experience

Overview

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Live-in Housekeeper to join a prestigious private family estate in Somerset.

This is a long-term, permanent position for a highly organised, proactive and detail-oriented professional who takes genuine pride in maintaining a beautiful home to impeccable standards. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the interior housekeeping, presentation and day-to-day organisation of the main residence and guest accommodation, working closely with the PA/House Manager and Groundsman to ensure the estate runs seamlessly.

The family are seeking someone who naturally anticipates needs, is discreet and trustworthy, and thrives in a high-end private household environment.

Extra Details of the Role

Duties include, but are not limited to:

Full housekeeping of the six-bedroom main residence and guest cottages
Detailed cleaning and presentation of bedrooms, bathrooms, living and entertaining spaces
Preparing the property for family stays and visiting guests
Laundry, ironing, linen and wardrobe management to an exceptional standard
Caring for delicate fabrics, luxury clothing and arranging dry cleaning where required
Maintaining fine art, antiques, silverware, china, crystal and specialist finishes
Managing household supplies, inventories and stock levels
Ordering groceries, toiletries, cleaning products and household essentials
Managing deliveries, online shopping and household errands
Organising pantries, cupboards and storage areas
Preparing breakfast and assisting with simple family lunches and dinners
Supporting entertaining with table setting, food preparation and guest service
Welcoming guests and ensuring the home is beautifully presented before and after events
Monitoring basic household technology, Wi-Fi, appliances and media systems
Supporting the family with occasional errands and travel
Assisting with the care of the family dogs
Maintaining a discreet, unobtrusive presence when the family are in residence
Approximately 3–4 weeks of annual travel to the family's European residence

Benefits

Private one-bedroom cottage on the estate
All accommodation bills included

Key Criteria

Exceptional attention to detail and pride in maintaining immaculate standards
Proactive, self-motivated and able to work independently
Comfortable around family dogs
Full UK driving licence preferred
No dependants or pets
Non-smoker
Excellent, checkable references demonstrating longevity and reliability

If you are interested in this role, please apply with an up-to-date CV. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Ad ID: 5419022317