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Jul 09, 2026

9387: Housekeeper / Cook (Part-time Live-Out) in Hertfordshire, UK

Part time Housekeeper Cook Household Staff

Job Description

Housekeeper / Cook
Hertfordshire, Salary - Please present hourly rate
EHS #9387

Housekeeper/Cook (Live-Out)

Location: Hertfordshire
Schedule: Monday to Wednesday, with the potential to increase to four days per week
Hours: Approximately 20–30 hours per week
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Please present hourly rate
Job Reference: EHS #9387

Overview

An excellent opportunity has become available for an experienced, proactive and highly organised Housekeeper / Cook to support a warm and welcoming family based in Hertfordshire.

The family are seeking a long-term addition to their household who can become a trusted and valued member of their home team. This position will suit a candidate who enjoys creating a calm, organised and efficient household environment whilst preparing healthy, high-quality meals for the family.

Although this is not a childcare position, the family have young children and are looking for someone who enjoys working within a busy family home and is happy to prepare nutritious meals suitable for both adults and children.

Duties include:

  • Planning and preparing healthy, high-quality family meals
  • Weekly menu planning and food shopping
  • Preparing meals in advance for busier days
  • Maintaining a clean, organised and well-stocked kitchen
  • Managing household supplies and replenishing stock as required
  • Coordinating household deliveries where necessary
  • Laundry and ironing duties
  • Changing bed linen
  • General household organisation and light housekeeping duties
  • Ensuring the home runs smoothly and efficiently on a day-to-day basis

The ideal candidate will:

  • Have previous experience working within a private household in a similar role
  • Be an accomplished cook with a passion for healthy, nutritious food
  • Be highly organised, proactive and self-motivated
  • Possess excellent housekeeping and household management skills
  • Be trustworthy, discreet and reliable
  • Be comfortable working within a busy family environment
  • Enjoy being around children and preparing meals suitable for young family members

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Exclusive Household Staff
Exclusive Household Staff

Exclusive Household Staff was founded in 2012 by John Pettman, who for more than 25 years has been directly involved in the world of Domestic staff. John’s successful career spans over 10 years as a Butler, Estate Manager, Lifestyle Manager, and during the past decade in the recruitment of Household staff.

John’s career started at Buckingham Palace, followed by the British Embassy in Paris. Having himself managed multiple properties and staff worldwide for high-profile families, his in-depth knowledge and expertise are widely recognised and highly respected.

Now in the eleventh year of operation, Exclusive Household Staff is an established global market leader for the placement of experienced private household domestic staff.