Live in Domestic Couple, Oxfordshire, circa £70k+ depending on experience, accommodation provided

We have a lovely opening for a domestic couple on a stunning, historic estate close to Oxford.
The previous couple have been with the family for many years and sadly the time has come for them to retire. The family are looking to replicate this long term, happy working relationship and find a dedicated, experienced couple to step in and take up the reins. The position is divided between housekeeping and maintenance duties, working closely with the tight knit, supportive team.

The household is traditional, but not overly formal so the ideal candidates will be discreet and professional yet relaxed and friendly. The accommodation provided is a 2-bedroom self-contained apartment with a large kitchen, sitting room, separate entrance and utility bills covered.

The position is full time, 5 days per week to include Saturdays and Sundays as the property is mainly in used at weekends and some longer stays throughout the year.

Housekeeping Duties:

Household care, cleaning, organising, and managing

Laundry and ironing

Silver polishing and care for the family china

Cleaning and caring for household valuables including art and rugs

Flower arranging and table setting with flowers from the garden

Laying fires, cleaning the fireplace, and booking the annual chimney sweep service

Preparing for arrival of visitors, welcoming them, and caring for their various needs

Detailed attention to the preparation and presentation of the bedlinens and bathrooms

Wardrobe management, including delicate laundry care

Making household purchases

Supporting the family chef for food/grocery orders and deliveries

Table service (formal and informal)

Covering events in Oxford and London (service, cleaning)

Cook small meals if the chef is not present (the chef works weekends so this is an occasional requirement)

Liaison with the London team including the PA and housekeeper

Happy to help care for the family dog

Maintenance Duties:

Pre arrival checks to make sure all is in order before visits

Overseeing and managing contractors

Fulfil handyman jobs throughout the Estate and keep an eye on all maintenance issues

Fulfil duties in the household, such as changing light bulbs, picture hanging, light maintenance, and repairs, etc.

Maintaining all household appliances and gym equipment

Supporting the tenants where needed in the rental properties

Producing monthly water and electrical readings

Checking the water pump reservoir everyday 

First point of contact for all household queries 

Running errands and shopping

Oversee maintenance of the swimming pool 

Pro-actively managing pest control

Oversee security concurrently with the security company and night guards

Setting and maintaining all alarms 

Ensure all annual services are kept up to date (Boilers etc.)

Making sure that the vehicles are always immaculately maintained

Helping with events in Oxford and London

Supporting the housekeeper

Assisting with Christmas decorations

Full UK Driving licence

Requirements:

Good level of spoken and written English

Relevant hospitality or private household experience

Full clean driving licence

Excellent, checkable references

Right to work in the UK

Start date: ASAP
Salary & Benefits: circa £70,000 gpa with flexibility for more experienced candidates