Live In House Manager / Driver - Weybridge, Surrey

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This International family are seeking a formal and experienced Live In House Manager, to oversee the day to day running and operations of this high end mid size property, along with look after the families needs when in residence, including F&B service.

The role also requires a driver who can chauffeur the family in and around London, therefore have excellent knowledge of London roads, quickest routes etc., and be on standby to return the family safely home.

Responsibilities of the role includes, but not limited to:

  • Administration and budget control, producing monthly budgets and account reporting.

  • Revising inventory of the house contents; adding new items, recording movement.

  • Managing and hiring staff, rotas, holidays/time in lieu, cleaning schedule, training as needed.

  • Reviewing/Sourcing maintenance contracts and coordinating schedule with contractors, reviewing reports and booking recommended works.

  • Managing utility bills, liaising with utility providers, submitting readings.

  • Arranging house supplies, checking stock, food shopping, ordering.

  • Putting together annual budget, and send monthly accounts records to relevant people.

  • Provide F&B Service, table dressing and layout, when entertaining 

  • Offer Valet services, packing, unpacking in conjunction with Housekeeper

  • Must have experience driving in, and good knowledge of, London and Greater London roads and routes.

  • Responsible for the upkeep and general maintenance of the car clean, service, repairs, insurances, tax etc

 Requirements:

  • Must have previous experience as a House Manager

  • Formal Training/Butler school would be advantageous, but not a prerequisite

  • Must have recent and checkable references, and proven longevity in previous roles

  • Current DBS and Right to Work in UK

Hours/Package:

  • Hours 9.00 am to 5.00 pm Monday to Friday however required to work longer hours when family are in residence, including occasional weekends.

  • Beautiful modern studio with own entrance onsite (single dwelling only)

  • Salary £60,000 gross pa DOE, statutory entitlements plus pension

  • Start June 2024

This is a great role for the right person, who enjoys autonomy, and living and working in a beautiful setting in a semi rural. Email your interest to cv@ljwrecruitment.com

Housekeeper - Bristol, UK

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Our client is seeking a professional and proactive domestic housekeeper to manage the day to day cleaning, laundry and admin of this beautiful period home near Clifton Downs.

Duties:
- Walk small cockapoo dog, feed etc. - Clean bedrooms, bathrooms, reception rooms, kitchen, and utility room etc
- Dust furniture and fixtures, vacuum and mop floors
- Change bed linens and make beds
- Laundry and organise wardrobes, etc.
- Empty trash bins and dispose of waste properly
- Replenish supplies such as toiletries, cleaning products, fill fridge with basic items and general household purchasing
- Support renovation work planned over next 6 months, oversee contractors, tradesmen etc and report any other maintenance issues or damages to the Principal

Requirements:
- Proactive, positive, reliable and trustworthy
- Previous experience as a domestic housekeeper in similar household/property
- Attention to detail and thoroughness in cleaning tasks
- Ability to work independently and follow instructions
- Good time management skills to complete tasks efficiently
- Physical stamina and dog friendly
- Excellent communication and IT skills ie emails, online ordering, whatsapp etc. - Current DBS and Right to Work in UK

PAYE contract with tax and NI paid on behalf of employer, or will consider a Self Employed registered Housekeeper.

Hours are negotiable but ideally 3 or 4 day week (8/9 hours per day) depending on Housekeepers current circumstances. £15 - £17 per hour. Start ASAP. Email your interest to cv@ljwrecruitment.com