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Daily Houseperson / Cook – Kensington, Central London – permanent, live-out – £45,000 to £60,000 gross per year A private family in Kensington want a committed, all-round houseperson and cook to join their household full-time on a live-out basis. They do not need a formally trained butler and will consider both junior and senior candidates: what matters is being able to turn your hand to cooking, housekeeping and general support around the home. You will be part of an established household team, so a proactive, discreet and flexible approach is important, along with the ability to anticipate the family's needs and keep standards high throughout the house. Location: Kensington, Central London Contract: permanent, full-time, live-out Hours: Monday to Friday, about 9am to 6pm, with some flexibility Travel: long periods of international travel with the family are part of the role Salary: £45,000 to £60,000 gross per year, depending on experience The...

Family Housekeeper / Cook – Clapham, London SW11 – £23–£25 gross per hour A family in Clapham with two young daughters, aged 2 and 5, would like a long-term housekeeper/cook who loves cooking and can confidently keep a busy home running day to day. A cleaner already looks after the cleaning, so this job is about family meals, laundry and household organisation rather than deep cleaning. Now and then you would also help with the girls and babysit when needed. Location: Clapham, London SW11 Days: Monday to Friday Hours: 12.30pm to 6.30pm (around 30 hours a week) Pay: £23–£25 gross an hour, based on experience Start: to be confirmed Contract: long term What you will do Cook fresh, healthy meals that the whole family will enjoy Take care of the family's laundry: washing, ironing and putting clothes away Keep the house tidy, organised and running smoothly Own the household organisation and everyday domestic jobs Help out with the children...

Part-time Housekeeper / Cook – Kentish Town, London – £36,000 plus discretionary bonus Location: Kentish Town, London (live-out) Hours: Three days a week, 10am–5pm; Monday required; other two days from Wednesday/Friday, Thursday/Friday or Wednesday/Thursday Salary: £36,000 plus discretionary bonus Contract: Permanent Start: Immediate A couple in Kentish Town are looking for an organised, discreet Housekeeper/Cook to run the home and prepare wholesome meals. Cooking is for two people, with occasional dinner-party support once or twice a month. The principals enjoy French, Mediterranean and Ottolenghi-style food; no spicy dishes or curries. Taxi provided for late finishes; some downtime in summer when they travel. Housekeeping Full cleaning of a three-storey property: hoovering, dusting, mopping and polishing Bathroom and kitchen upkeep; laundry, ironing and wardrobe care including fine fabrics Changing bed linen; household organisation;...

Houseperson / Cook – Kensington, London – £60,000 gross per year Location: Kensington, London (live-out) Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am–6pm Salary: £60,000 gross per year Contract: Permanent A couple in Kensington need a Houseperson / Cook to work alongside their long-standing Filipina housekeeper. You will be the cook (Spanish, Italian or Portuguese cuisine is a plus) and drive when the chauffeur is off. The previous post-holder stayed for many years and the housekeeper has been with the family for over six years, so they are looking for longevity. Discretion is essential, as is the ability to travel with them for around five weeks in summer (UK or European passport required). The ideal candidate Proven long-term experience in a private household or similar Strong cook for healthy Mediterranean-style dishes (aspiring butlers who cook well will also be considered) Front-of-house smart, discreet and reliable UK or European passport; happy to...

Live-out Family Cook / Household Assistant – Chelsea, London – £55,000–£60,000 per annum plus discretionary bonus Location: Chelsea, London Hours: Monday to Friday, 11am–8pm, plus around four evenings of childcare a month, agreed in advance where possible Salary: £55,000–£60,000 depending on experience, plus discretionary bonus Start: October / November A busy family household in Chelsea is looking for an experienced, organised and proactive Live-out Family Cook / Household Assistant. The family of four includes two school-aged boys, aged 9 and 11. This is a varied, hands-on role with cooking and food preparation at its heart, combined with practical household and family support. A strong cooking background is essential, although this is very much a family household role rather than a Private Chef position. You will work alongside an established Housekeeper and Personal Assistant. Cooking, food and nutrition Taking primary responsibility for the...