A single female principal based in Tuscany is seeking a proactive and forward-thinking Live-in Housekeeper to join her household.

The ideal candidate must be dog-friendly, highly organised, and capable of managing the household both when the principal is in residence and during her frequent travels.

Duties Include:

• Full housekeeping: maintaining cleanliness and upkeep of all rooms
• Dog care: daily walks, feeding etc
• Light cooking: preparing simple meals and snacks (the principal often dines out)
• Laundry and wardrobe care, including fine fabrics and wardrobe organisation
• Cleaning and organising cupboards, fridge, and pantry
• Packing and unpacking for the principal’s frequent travel
• Managing your own schedule and time off, especially during the principal’s absence

Schedule & Hours:

• Start: 7:00–8:00 AM | Finish: 6:00–7:00 PM
• Breaks: A couple hours off during the day
• Working days: Typically, 5 days per week when the principal is in residence
• More flexibility and reduced schedule focused on pet care when she is away (approximately 70% of the year)

Ideal Candidate:

• Discreet, trustworthy
• Self-motivated and able to manage a home independently
• Confident with dogs (three friendly dogs live in the household)
• Experience with high standards of housekeeping and wardrobe management
• Proactive and able to anticipate needs without constant supervision

Job Title: Live-in Housekeeper
Location: Tuscany, Italy
Start Date: ASAP
Accommodation: Separate self-contained lower ground accommodation (bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, private entrance)
Salary: €1,500 net per month + monthly and annual bonuses (performance-based)