Job Title: Estate Couple – Chauffeur/Maintenance & Housekeeper
Location: Marlborough
Working Days: Monday - Friday (flexibility to work very occasional weekend when the principal is entertaining)
Working Hours: Chauffeur/Maintenance: 8:00am-4:30pm with 30-minute coffee break and 30-minute lunch break
Working Hours: Housekeeper: 9:00am – 4:00pm with 15-minute coffee break and 30 minute lunch break
Accommodation: A beautiful 3-bedroom thatched cottage on the estate
Start date: Flexible for the right couple
Salary: £70,000+ DOE (with a performance salary review at 6 months) 

Overview:

A private household is seeking a professional, adaptable, and reliable Couple to manage a combination of household and estate duties. This varied role includes chauffeur and maintenance responsibilities, alongside housekeeping and domestic care, ensuring the smooth running, upkeep, and security of the estate.

The successful Couple will work closely as a team, supporting each other while maintaining high standards of care and organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy a diverse, hands-on role within a beautiful estate setting, and who take pride in contributing to a well-run, welcoming home.

Chauffeur/Maintenance Role:

Security of the Estate:

• Responsible for overall awareness of comings and goings on the estate
• Primary key holder: keys only passed to No.2 when not in residence overnight
• Responsible for security duties during weekends and when in residence during leave period
• When in residence and at weekends, being aware of comings and goings
• Expected to assist promptly in emergencies or difficulties, including non-security matters
• Night security provided by a Gurkha patrol; coordination with estate staff required

Driving Duties:

• Primarily chauffeur using the Rolls Royce/BMW, but also driving other vehicles as required
• Responsible for upkeep and maintenance of all vehicles, including 4-wheel drive agricultural vehicles used by gardening staff

General Duties:

• Running errands, including daily local bakery collection
• Household and estate maintenance, liaising with contractors as necessary
• Heavy household tasks, including fire laying, cleaning hearths, chandeliers, and other domestic or estate tasks as required

Dogs:

• Walking and overnight care when needed

Housekeeper Role:

General Duties:

• Cleaning specific areas, including kitchen and breakfast room
• Some cooking: daily supper, freezer-prepared meals, light/snack lunches
• Liaising with head gardener regarding kitchen garden produce

Shopping & Stock Management:

• Create monthly shopping lists for internet deliveries and undertake visits to local shops as required
• Maintain larder, fridges, and freezers in a tidy and well-stocked manner
• Keep ovens, dishwashers, and fridges clean

Dogs:

• Walking two dogs daily (as needed) and providing overnight care during absence (usually 1–5 days, potentially longer)

Key Characteristics of the Couple:

• Flexibility and adaptability to household requirements
• Ability to integrate seamlessly with existing staff
• Awareness and empathy towards household systems and potential issues
• Open and clear communication with principals and staff
• Both to hold clean driving licences
• No dependants
• A pet will be considered
• Must have the legal right to work in the UK