Live-in Domestic Couple in Bermuda

Live-in Domestic Couple in Bermuda (open to separate individuals)

Bermuda
£56,000-£64,000
Our private client is looking to hire two individuals for a position based in Bermuda. The household is flexible in its hiring structure and will consider either a capable couple or 2 separate candidates able to fulfil the combined duties. The roles may be configured as two highly experienced, discreet, and independent Housekeepers, or as a Housekeeper and a Houseman, both with cooking abilities and the capacity to maintain a large, high‑spec residence to an exceptional standard. These positions suit candidates with strong initiative and the ability to work seamlessly within an established multicultural team.

The property is newly renovated, extremely high‑end, and requires candidates who can maintain immaculate standards with minimal supervision, though the existing team will offer full training.

PROPERTY DETAILS

The residence is a newly renovated, top‑end home featuring:

3 floors + underground cinema room
4 bedrooms (entire top floor is a guest suite)
2 offices
Large dining room
High‑end main kitchen + secondary kitchen area
Gym
Swimming pool
Patio and outdoor seating areas
Extensive grounds with many plants
Numerous windows and high ceilings
Electric staircase
Located on the mainland
Pool maintenance can be outsourced if needed.
 

STAFF ACCOMMODATION

Brand‑new, modern, staff accommodation:

2 x fully operational one‑bedroom apartments, all bills paid.
Staff are responsible for their own food and personal expenses
 

HOUSEHOLD TEAM

The team is long‑standing, loyal, and highly capable:

All housekeepers can cook
High standards, strong teamwork, and excellent coverage during holidays
The environment is supportive but expects professionalism and discretion
 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Housekeeping

Full housekeeping of a luxury, high‑spec residence
Care of delicate materials and top‑end finishes
High‑ceiling cleaning, large window care
Laundry, ironing, and wardrobe management
Guest room preparation and turnover
Maintaining consistently immaculate standards
Cooking

There is a full-time private chef, but other staff need to be able to cook
Ability to prepare simple, healthy meals when required
Understanding of vegetarian preferences
Willingness to follow the principal’s instructions (he enjoys cooking for himself)
Houseman Duties

Heavier housekeeping tasks
Assisting with high ceilings, windows, and deep cleaning
Watering plants, sweeping patios, and maintaining outdoor areas
Light pool assistance (external contractor available)
Operational Duties

Reporting any issues promptly
Following established cleaning products and methods (training provided)
Ensuring the home remains secure and maintained during travel periods
Covering colleagues during holidays (can be up to one month)
 

WORKING CONDITIONS

40 hours per week
2 consecutive days off
No overtime
1 month paid holiday per year
1 annual airfare home
No income tax
Comprehensive private insurance (dental and vision)
Private pension scheme (staff may contribute extra)
Uniform provided
 

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Essential

Strong UHNW housekeeping experience
Highly independent, discreet, invisible service mindset
Comfortable being coached by senior island staff
Happy to live and work on an island
Down‑to‑earth, low‑profile, light drinker
Must speak English (immigration test)
Ability to integrate into a multicultural team
Reliable, calm, and professional
Desirable

Experience in large estates with extensive grounds
Confident with high ceilings, windows, and heavy tasks
Basic cooking skills (vegetarian a plus)
Ability to assist with outdoor areas
Additional information

All immigration and processing expenses are covered (reimbursed)
The role must include holiday coverage when other staff travel
The household is stable, well‑run, and expects a high level of professionalism
Start date asap (considering the immigration process of up to 4 months)
Salary depending on experience, between £28,000 and £32,000 after tax per person (£56,000-£64,000 combined)