Housekeeper I Dordogne, France

£26,000K -£34,000K pa (DOE)

 

Our client is seeking a housekeeper to join their established team on their vineyard in an idyllic setting in the Dordogne region of France.

The role of the sole housekeeper is to ensure the house is maintained to the appropriate level, so the Principals and visitors can be received at short notice.   The property is based on a large estate and working vineyard and so although the place is a constant hive of activity the main property it only used by the Principals and guests approximately 3 months of the year.

The staff are passionate about the estate and their work, and they are looking for someone who match their energy and level of enthusiasm for the estate.

The ideal candidate will speak basic French and have a good level of English.  The candidate must have previous experience working in a similar environment and show good initiative, especially during quieter times.  When the Principals and guests are in residence the housekeeper will be expected to assist the Housemanager/Chef with serving duties, preparing the dining area for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

JOB REFERENCE

#10416

SALARY

£26,000K -£34,000K pa (DOE)

CURRENCY

GBP

LOCATION

Dordogne, France

POSITION

Housekeeper

ACCOMMODATION OFFERED

Yes

LOOKING FOR COUPLE

Yes

TYPE OF HOUSEHOLD

Family, Mansion, Professional / Philanthropist, Formal Household, Informal Household, Rural Location, Commercial

EXPERIENCE

1 - 4 years

LANGUAGE

English and basic French

DRIVING LICENCE

Yes

PREFER NON SMOKER

Yes

VALID DBS

Yes

Roles and Responsibilities

General Duties:

  • General housekeeping duties to an excellent standard
  • General laundry and ironing including ironing of bedsheets and towels
  • Check all lights in garden and house and replace bulbs
  • Keeping windows and glass doors cleaned.
  • Organising rubbish and recycling
  • Keep constant supply of household essentials (water, coffee etc) and cleaning materials
  • Clean the wine tasting area, before and after visits
  • Assistance with luggage upon arrival, unpacking and packing and making guests feel welcome with introductions, tours etc
  • Keeping house, garden and pool area tidy along with work areas such as the tasting room and garage
  • General house and garden security checks in the evening

 

Additional Duties when the Principals are in residence:

  • Daily cleaning of all areas
  • Pool and pool terrace areas to be prepared and ready before breakfast each morning- mattresses, parasols, sunscreen etc out and all put away in the evening including inflatable toys etc
  • Basic shopping if required by the Principals, or anyone else in the organisation and any other ad hoc errands requested
  • Preparation of the meal areas for breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Serving dinner, drinks

NB Hours and work days will be flexible during visits

 

Additional caretaking Duties

  • Closing down the house when the Principals are not in residence
  • Regular pressure washing of all terraces, driveway and entrance steps
  • Maintain a program of thorough, regular, ‘Deep Cleaning’ throughout the property
  • Clean fridges and freezers
  • All taps in all rooms should be turned on and run and toilets flushed once a week
  • Arranging upholstery, rug, curtain and mattress cleaning bi-annually when Principals not in residence

Accommodation

Own separate accommodation

Entry Requirements

  • Previous experience working in a similar role
  • Driver essential
  • Basic French and a good level of English 
  • Able to embrace a rural lifestyle

Eligibility

 

NB Couples could be considered depending on their skills and experience 

 

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