PSA186: Experienced Domestic Couple for Private Household in Wiltshire, UK

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 Experienced Domestic Couple – Private Household (Wiltshire)

 Location: Wiltshire, UK
Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum
Accommodation: Lovely off-site village cottage (all bills paid)
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced domestic couple for a long-term position within a prestigious private household based in Wiltshire. The couple will join a small, well-established team and play an essential role in maintaining the smooth operation and impeccable standards of this family home.

The ideal couple will be proactive, professional, and adaptable, with a genuine eye for detail and a positive, “can-do” approach. One partner must be a confident driver (regular trips to London required, clean UK licence essential), and the other must be comfortable cooking simple, healthy family meals.

This is an excellent opportunity for a couple seeking stability, longevity, and a welcoming working environment. Tagalog speakers are welcome to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Housekeeper / Houseman Duties

Both candidates will work inside the House.

• Ensure the home is maintained to the highest standard at all times.
• Work on a rota basis within a small team (5-day week).
• Perform all general housekeeping tasks, including cleaning,  dusting, vacuuming, mopping, polishing, and changing linens.
• Deep cleaning and seasonal maintenance when the house is      unoccupied.
• Care for furniture, fine objects, and household plants and flowers.
• Manage laundry, including handwashing delicate items, ironing,      mending garments, and organising wardrobes.
• Packing/unpacking suitcases and maintaining personal wardrobes for  family members.
• Assist with table setting for both informal and formal meals;  occasional service of food and drinks.
• Order and maintain household supplies and cleaning products.
• Conduct food shopping or online grocery orders as required.
• Welcome and attend to family and VIP guests with a high level of  service and discretion.
• Support childcare needs, including occasional babysitting and   preparation of nutritious children’s meals.
• Communicate effectively with other household and estate staff,  maintaining a strong team spirit.
• Assist with travel preparations and accompany the family   occasionally to London or abroad.

Cook Duties

• Prepare and cook simple, nutritious family meals in accordance with  preferences and dietary requirements.
• Prepare occasional dinner parties or BBQs (a caterer is engaged for  larger events).
• Plan menus and manage household food stocks.
• Maintain fridges, freezers, and pantry areas to ensure correct   storage and minimal waste.
• Oversee the wine cellar, track stock levels, and assist with   reordering as needed.
• Record and report household-related purchases and expenses.
• Report maintenance or equipment issues promptly to the estate  management team.

Essential Criteria

• Minimum 3 years’ experience working as a domestic couple   within a private house or estate.
• Proven ability to deliver high standards of service within a      UHNW household.
• One partner must be a confident driver with a clean  licence.
• One partner must be competent in cooking family-style meals.
• Strong communication skills, including email and WhatsApp use.
• Both individuals must have a good standard of spoken and written      English.
• Trustworthy, discreet, and able to handle confidential information.
• Demonstrated longevity and stability in previous roles with verifiable      references.
• Right to work in the UK and current      DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one).
• Flexible, positive, and proactive     attitude; team-oriented and adaptable.

Salary & Benefits

• Excellent salary  £70,000 per annum 
• Annual salary review.
• 3-bedroom off site village cottage accommodation provided (all bills paid).
• Pension and many other benefits     

Car provided for business use