Full job descriptionLive-in Housekeeper / Cook – Surrey
Salary: £45,000–£47,000 DOE
Hours: Tuesday to Saturday | Approx. 8:00am–6:00pm (with breaks)
Accommodation: Lovely separate live-in accommodation provided (the family are open to a domestic couple for this role too)
A lovely family in Surrey are looking for an experienced, professional and personable Live-in Housekeeper/Cook.
Working alongside an established hands on House Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining the home to an exceptional standard whilst preparing fresh, healthy family meals. This is a varied, hands-on role, ideal for someone who enjoys both housekeeping and cooking and is happy caring for animals.


Key responsibilities include:
*Daily housekeeping, cleaning and presentation of the home
*Laundry, ironing, wardrobe management and linen care
*Caring for fine furnishings, antiques and delicate household items
*Preparing nutritious breakfasts, lunches and evening meals for the family
*Menu planning, grocery shopping, food storage and kitchen organisation
*Batch cooking and meal preparation for family use
*Preparing the home for guests and occasional entertaining
*Assisting with feeding the family’s animals and walking the dogs
*Supporting the House Manager with the smooth day-to-day running of the household


The ideal candidate will have:
*Previous experience working within a private household
*Strong housekeeping skills with excellent attention to detail
*A genuine passion for home cooking and preparing simple healthy family meals
*A proactive, flexible and discreet approach
*Confidence caring for animals, including dog walking
*A full UK driving licence


This is a wonderful long-term opportunity for a dedicated Housekeeper/Cook looking to become part of a welcoming household where high standards are valued and appreciated.
Please note: Saturdays may not be required when the family are away.