Short Term Live in Housekeeper/Cook Job

Short Term Live in Housekeeper /Cook job, Kensington

We have a wonderful position for a professional, organised and dedicated candidate to join a busy family of 4 within their beautiful home in Kensington. Semi Formal position (apron worn, interior shoes and demure appearance).This is the perfect opportunity for a candidate who appreciates a schedule and routine and who can support the family where needed, working closely with the parents. The two children (11 & 14) both attend full time school and have extra activities after school. They family employ a House-manager / Driver who can support with heavier duties within the home and complete errands.

Duties to be included but not limited to:

  • Prepare breakfast daily for the family 7am

  • Daily housekeeping to a high standard (4 bedrooms) according to a clear rota of duties

  • Daily laundry and ironing high standard (Ironing includes bedsheets, shirts and uniforms etc.)

  • Understanding of delicate garments is needed.

  • Prepare the dry cleaning

  • Greet the boy’s after-school and support them with uniform and preparing for the next day

  • Ensure their shoes are polished and their sports and additional activity equipment is prepared.

  • Breaks during the day

  • Prepare an evening meal for the family, healthy and simple for 6.30pm/7pm

  • After dinner clear up and prepare for the next day

  • Baby sitting / later evening supervision 2x a week (always agreed in advance and during the working week)

  • Additional babysitting might be required, however paid separately

  • 4/5 paid holidays to be taken during school holidays and paid Bank Holidays

This is family are looking for a patient, kind Housekeeper/Cook. They are looking for a flexible candidate who can adapt to the family when needed, 

someone with a good stamina (stairs!), ready to get on and run the house and keep it to the highest standards (it’s a well designed and decorated house). Someone calm, discreet and driven.  The position could go permanent for the right person.

Start date: 02/01/2025

Working week 4 ½ days Monday – Friday (You are not required on a Friday Afternoon from midday) Some Saturday mornings (7.30am-9am) paid extra with notice if of interest.

Working hours: 7am – 8pm (3 hours off within the day 12- 3pm)

Salary: £600 - £650 Net per week up to £700 net depending on experience (PAYE)

Accommodation: A self-contained, bedroom, bathroom and kitchenette within the main house

Job reference number: 117664

Responsible consultant: Carole Biduaya