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A warm and welcoming family with 3 school aged children, based in Holland Park is seeking an experienced live-in Housekeeper/Cook to join their established household team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a candidate who enjoys both housekeeping and family cooking.
Highlights
- Start: By September 2026
- Location: Holland Park, London
- Working Hours: Thursday to Monday, 40 hours per week + babysitting
- Salary: £50,000 gross per annum
Overview
Working alongside an existing team consisting of two Daily Housekeepers a Nanny and a PA, you will predominantly be responsible for cooking the family’s evening meal as well as batch cooking meals for lunch and breakfast from time to time. When not cooking you may be required to assist the other housekeepers or nanny with their tasks, e.g. the nanny may leave one of the children with you whilst she pops out to collect the other two. etc. .
The family are looking for someone who is organised, flexible, discreet, and enjoys working as part of a professional team.
The working schedule is roughly;
Thursday 3pm to 8.30pm
Friday 2pm to 8.30pm
Saturday 8.30am to 8.30pm
Sunday 10am to 8.30pm
Monday 3pm to 8.30pm
Babysitting most Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights
Duties include but are not limited to
- Preparing fresh family-style meals for the family
- Batch cooking breakfasts, snacks and meals for days off
- Some Laundry, ironing, wardrobe care and household organisation
- Assisting the other housekeepers with housekeeping as and when time permitting.
- Maintaining a clean, organised and well-stocked kitchen
- Assisting with household organisation and maintaining high presentation standards
- Working closely with the Nanny, PA and other household staff
- Babysitting as required
- Occasional travel to the country house may be required from time to time
Benefits
- Private bedroom and bathroom with kitchenette access
Key Criteria
- Previous experience working within a private household in a similar role
- Longevity in roles
- Strong spoken English and excellent communication skills
If you are interested in this role, please apply with an up-to-date CV. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
