Seasoned Housekeeper/Cook for UHNW Family in Central London

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SEASONED HOUSEKEEPER/COOK REQUIRED FOR UHNW FAMILY IN LONDON
Location : Central London
Salary : £45,000- £50,000 per annum
Contract : Full-time, Permanent
Status : Live-out
We have an excellent opportunity for a career Housekeeper/Cook seeking a long-term position within a supportive and well-run household, offering stability, structure, and a positive working environment.
Occupied by a professional UHNW family who balance busy family life with high-level entertaining, the home is both a private sanctuary and a space for hosting important professional guests, requiring consistently high standards of presentation, organisation, and service.
The successful candidate will work closely with the House Manager and alongside another housekeeper, taking a leading role in maintaining this large 5-bedroom home and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of household operations. This role is ideally suited to a candidate with strong experience in high-end private households, who is confident taking ownership of their responsibilities, particularly across laundry, wardrobe management, and general household organisation.
A proactive and collaborative approach is essential, as well as the ability to adapt to the evolving needs of a dynamic household. Preparing breakfast for the family in the mornings, as well as some light lunches from time to time, you should be a confident cook who is comfortable preparing family-style meals. The family have dogs, so being pet friendly and happy to assist with pet care is of essence.
The working hours are from 7:30am-3:30pm, Monday to Friday, so offers an excellent work/life balance. This is a live-out position, so well suited to candidates based within 45 minutes of Central London to ensure a fuss-free morning commute.
DUTIES TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
Maintaining the property to exceptional standards, ensuring all areas are clean, organised, and well presented
Leading on laundry and wardrobe management, including washing, ironing (with a strong focus on shirts), steaming, and care of delicate and specialist garments
Ensuring wardrobes are meticulously organised, with all items correctly stored and maintained
Carrying out basic garment repairs and liaising with specialist dry cleaners when required
Preparing and serving breakfast for the family on weekday mornings
Assisting with light cooking when required, including simple meals for the principals or guests
Supporting with formal and informal service when the family are entertaining
Assisting with packing and unpacking, ensuring belongings are prepared and organised to a high standard
Monitoring household supplies and liaising with the House Manager to maintain appropriate stock levels
Supporting with dog care including morning walks, feeding, and general care
Assisting with flower arranging and plant care as required
Running errands and supporting general household organisation
Supporting the wider team during busy periods or staff absence
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Extensive experience working as a Housekeeper/Cook (at least 7-10 years) within UHNW or high-end private households
Exceptional laundry and ironing skills, with confidence caring for luxury garments and fabrics
Strong organisational skills with a meticulous eye for detail
Experience working in homes with valuable art, antiques, and high-end finishes
Confident, proactive, and able to take ownership of responsibilities
Positive and collaborative team player with a flexible approach
Well-presented, discreet, and professional at all times
Comfortable with dog care and working in a family home environment
Strong understanding of sustainable and careful household practices
London-based & have the right to live and work in the UK
Excellent checkable references

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Location:
Islington
Job Type:
FullTime

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