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A professional live-in Housekeeper is required to join a large rural estate in Fife. The ideal candidate will be highly experienced and organised to manage the day-to-day housekeeping of the large historic residence.
Highlights
- Location: East Neuk of Fife, Scotland
- Start: ASAP
- Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
- Salary: £40,000 gross per annum
Overview
An experienced and capable Housekeeper is sought for a private rural estate in the East Neuk of Fife. The Principals reside at the property full time, but do travel regularly. The role involves full responsibility for the day-to-day housekeeping and smooth running of the house, working alongside an established estate team.
The household includes visiting adult children and occasional guests. The successful candidate will be confident managing a large private home independently, while liaising closely with estate and gardening staff.
Duties included but not limited to:
- All housekeeping duties and overseeing household maintenance tasks (e.g. changing light bulbs, turning mattresses)
- Full laundry care, including washing and ironing
- Laying and maintaining fires throughout the house
- Stock control of cleaning products, household supplies, and food, including online and local shopping
- Occasional food preparation for family and guests and regular baking
- Running errands and managing deliveries and collections
- Liaising with the estate office, gardeners, and maintenance team
- Responsibility for household security systems (alarms, locks, shutters)
- Using garden produce, preparing flower arrangements, and caring for houseplants
Benefits
- Private, self-contained annex/wing on the property with a separate entrance
Key Criteria
- Proven experience managing a private household
- Driving licence
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Comfortable around pets
If you would like to apply for this role, please submit an up-to-date CV. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
