Chef/Housekeepr Couple - Berkshire

Large estate in Berkshire owned by a very busy family required a professional Chef & Housekeeper couple. The family are often at the house but they have an additional home in France where they also reside. When in the UK they often invite extended family and guests. It is essential that you are independent workers, reliable, self motivated, proactive and work to very high standards.

The housekeeper will be responsible for care of the interior which will also include laundry, wardrobe management, general cleaning, caring for antiques, silver and glassware. You will also be expected to help in the kitchen when needed and entertaining. The chef must have superior cooking skills along with confidence and capability to cook for large parties. Preparing menus from scratch, sourcing products and budgeting. You will be responsible for all breakfasts, lunches and dinners. You must be skilled at pastry making including breads.

As a couple you will be required to care for the accounts, admin, household security, appliances and liaising with contractors etc….

It is essential that you have worked in private households to a 5 star standard

Efficient, organised and able to work within tight deadlines

Cheerful and happy disposition

Clean Driving licence

Excellent references, recent CRB’s and a minimum of 5 years experience as a couple

Salary 50 – 65k per year and a cottage provided near to the family home