Domestic Couple
Responsibilities.
A domestic couple team are able to carry out a wide variety of duties that combined will ensure that the house and grounds are managed and maintained. Responsibilities all listed below
One member of the team generally spends a good deal of time outside the house - estate management, gardening, maintenance and family driving - as well as helping in the house with heavier tasks. The second member usually provides any combination of house management, cooking, childcare and housekeeping.
Housekeeping
Tidies and cleans all the bathrooms, bedrooms and living areas which have been used (or supervises a domestic help).
Laundry
Collects laundry, washes and irons it and returns the items to the appropriate places. Hand washes delicate items.
Prepares Food
The timely preparation of all meals for the family.
Minor electrical work
Undertaking tasks of minor electrical work such as plug replacements and switches.
Other duties
Carries out weekly grocery shopping. Keeps household accounts. Deals with tradesmen/contractors. Manages security alarms. Carries out any other task the employer may reasonably ask.
A selection of domestic couple job opportunities throughout the UK.
DOMESTIC COUPLELondon, SW3
Family in London are looking for an experienced couple to support their family. They are currently living in central London in rented accommodation whilst their main property undergoes a full refurbis...
Job Reference: 8263
Domestic CoupleBelgravia, London
This couple are looking for an experienced domestic couple to work within their part-time residence in central London. Sharing the duties with one other very friendly couple, you will all have your ow...
Job Reference: 5093
Domestic CoupleCornwall,
This professional couple are looking for an experienced domestic couple one of whom must be an experienced chef who is able to cook both family style food to a good standard, along with fine dining. T...
Job Reference: 8349
Domestic Couple OxfordshireMoulsford, OX10
We are looking for an experienced domestic couple to join our client's team. Candidates must be proactive, hardworking and flexible, team players, capable and have proven experience within a similar ...
Job Reference: 8140
Domestic CoupleUpper Colwall, WR13
Live-in Couple required for family home on Hereford/Worcestershire border. The house is a 6-bed / bathroom large Victorian Manor house. The position of housekeeper requires experience of care for a...
Job Reference: 6919
Domestic Couple HousekeepingRopley, SO24
Experienced, full-time, live in domestic team of 2 required to partner with an existing domestic couple and work with other household team members including a House Manager, Chef, Nanny and 4 gardener...
Job Reference: 7608
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Some of our commonly asked questions regarding the Domestic Couple position. If you have queries or questions, please do not hesitate in contacting us.
Do your candidates come with a DBS?
We don’t automatically undertake a DBS for every candidate that registers with us as sometimes candidates may find their own jobs and only stay on our books for a short while. However if a client employs someone who we introduce and who does not have a current DBS but is required to have one for the position, then we are happy to do this for you.
What locations do you cover?
We are able to supply staff across the whole of the UK, including Scotland and Ireland. We also cover International positions.
Do you have any upfront costs?
No, we provide a free service for candidates who are looking for work and we only invoice clients if they employ a candidate who we have introduced to them.
Do you provide temporary staff?
Unfortunately we do not provide staff for short term assignments, however we do accept some contracts for a minimum of three months upwards.
Can I register with you?
We absolutely love hearing from candidates with good, relevant experience in private households. Unfortunately without previous experience it is unlikely we will be able to help you but we are always happy to advise. Chauffeurs must have previous experience of working as a private chauffeur and not purely in chauffeur services or taxi driving.
How long will it take to fill my vacancy?
A vacancy could be filled within a matter of days or it could take longer. The timescale depends on which candidates are registered at the time of you giving us your vacancy, and whether they match your requirements. We will never just send a CV for the sake of it or to ‘make up the numbers’.
Will I be able to trial the candidates?
We are happy to organise short trials wherever possible, however you need to bear in mind that it might not always be possible if a candidate is in a full time job. In order to address the fact that very occasionally things may not always go to plan, we offer a rebate/replacement period for your peace of mind.
Why should I employ a couple as opposed to two individuals?
In a nutshell, convenience, cost effectiveness and efficiency. An experienced domestic couple will be able to cover all areas of the house and grounds as a team, they will be used to working together to ensure that the house and grounds run smoothly. They will not be in competition with each other and will communicate well and are generally willing to assist in each other’s areas to ensure that all jobs are completed. For example the ‘outside’ person will be able to cover heavy cleaning duties such as moving cumbersome pieces of furniture or cleaning chandeliers, they may also be able to help serve at table, if this is required. By the same token, the ‘inside’ person will often be able to support in some outside tasks such as light gardening or keeping pathways swept.
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