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Temporary Housekeeper

Europe, Salary - Please present

EHS #9300

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A private UHNW family based in Europe is seeking two experienced Housekeeper/Cooks to provide seamless household support over a six-week summer period.

The successful candidates will work collaboratively on a rota basis to ensure full household coverage across seven days per week.

The role combines high-standard housekeeping with family-style cooking and requires candidates who are discreet, proactive, child-friendly, and experienced in private households.

Key Responsibilities

Housekeeping

  • Daily cleaning and presentation of all household areas to an exceptional standard.
  • Laundry, ironing, garment care, and wardrobe organisation.
  • Bed making and linen changes.
  • Management of household supplies and inventory.
  • Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of kitchen and utility areas.
  • Coordinating with the family's nanny and other household staff as required.
  • Caring for delicate surfaces, fine furnishings, and luxury household items.

Cooking

  • Preparing fresh, healthy family meals for adults and household staff.
  • Planning menus in consultation with the family.
  • Grocery shopping and kitchen stock management.
  • Preparing snacks and light meals as required.
  • Maintaining excellent food hygiene and kitchen standards.
  • Accommodating dietary preferences and special requests.

Candidate Profile

  • Previous experience working in UHNW or private family households.
  • Strong housekeeping skills with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Confident family cooking ability.
  • Excellent organisational skills.
  • Professional, discreet, and service-oriented approach.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a household team.
  • Child-friendly attitude and experience working around young children.
  • Good English; additional European languages are advantageous.
  • Valid passport and legal right to work in Europe (or ability to obtain appropriate permission).

Location: Europe
Contract: 6 weeks - 1 July – 16 August
Accommodation: To be specified (live-in or live-out)
Work pattern: Given the requirement for seven-day coverage, the family intends to engage two Housekeeper/Cooks who will work a coordinated rota
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Temporary Housekeeper

EHS #9300

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