Live-In Domestic Couple

Live-In Domestic Couple
Private Estate, Oxfordshire
£60,000 per annum plus Accommodation

• Accommodation included within the Main House
• Bills and Food included
• 5 days a week including every weekend (Tues/Weds off)
• Time off in lieu for extra hours worked
• 20 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays
• Combined Bonus

The Burford Recruitment Company is thrilled to present an exceptional opportunity for a Domestic Couple to fill the roles of House Manager/Cook and Houseman/Estate Worker. You will be joining our prestigious client's estate located in the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside. Our client's property serves as an exclusive, luxury events venue, while also serving as the main residence for the principal and their family.

Both positions involve elements of hospitality, front-of-house duties, and estate maintenance. While prioritising discretion and privacy, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the property and providing exceptional service to the principal, their guests, and the guests of the events held on the estate.

Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day running of the property
• Grocery shopping and running errands
• Menu planning for the principal
• Cooking daily simple meals for the principals as required
• Cooking for occasional informal dinner parties of between 6-16 people generally at weekends for the principal.
• From Thursday to Sunday, cooking occasional lunches or dinners for the principal and their family, served family style or buffet style, will be required.
• In the summer when events are held on the Estate, you will be cooking breakfast for up to 24 guests to a high standard.
• Helping the event planner to ensure the smooth running of any venue-related issues during the events held at weekends and helping with logistical issues.
• Assisting the Housekeeper with the housework during busy times or covering staff holidays or sick days
• Front-of-house duties throughout the summer season.
• Garden maintenance duties during the winter months for one of you (cutting logs & trees etc).
• Participating in garden maintenance tasks during winter months, including operating machinery

Soft Skills

In addition to your professional skills and experience, our client is looking for a flexible, hands-on, and presentable couple with excellent communication skills. You should be adaptable to a front-facing role and comfortable working in a high-end luxury hospitality environment. You will also need to demonstrate the utmost professionalism, respect and discretion for the family’s privacy which they highly value.