Experienced Senior Couple required to cover Estate Manager and Housekeeper roles within this private country Estate located in rural Suffolk-between Stowmarket and Hadleigh.
The ideal couple will have fully referenced ,previous employment working within a private household carrying out the same or similar roles.
This is a live in position and a fully furnished detached property with a garden will be offered as well as a generous joint salary. The accommodation is for two people only ,sorry no dependants however a well behaved dog will be considered.
The Estate Manager will:-
- Be capable of managing 6 staff
- Carry out security duties
- Be an experienced groundsman/handyman
- Have a clean driving licence and be able to carry out chauffeuring duties when required
- Be hands on as far as general gardening, keeping grounds, driveways etc clear and tidy
- Liaise with suppliers, tradesmen and other visitors to the property
- Be polite, well presented with a friendly personality
- Be organised, keep accurate records and manage staff rotas
- Keep the vehicles clean and manage service dates etc
The Housekeeper will:-
The Housekeeper will:-
- Be responsible for the housework within this beautiful country house and be very hands on with all the duties and capable of high standard cleaning.
- Know how to care for specialist fabrics
- Have very high standards and a good eye for detail
- Manage other housekeepers to keep everyone aware of what needs doing and when
- Keep the house immaculate at all times
- Manage laundry and ironing
- Make up beds, deal with linen and ensure guest rooms are always clean
- Assist when required in the kitchen
- Liaise with suppliers, tradesmen etc
- Keep flowers in the house refreshed
- Make sure fires are cleaned and freshly laid.
- Organise kitchen and keep cupboards stocked
Car drivers essential due to location and driving duties.
Non- smokers only.
Tel Jackie 07979501997 or Rebecca 07771655879
