Cook / Housekeeper

Exclusive Household Staff; Greater London; On-site; GBP 41,328 - 49,593; Full time

Job summary

Exclusive Household Staff in London is seeking an experienced Cook/Housekeeper to support the smooth running of a private home. The role focuses on cooking and maintaining a high standard of housekeeping, with an emphasis on healthy, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.

The successful candidate will be proactive, highly organised and discreet, capable of taking ownership in a busy but informal household. This is a full-time, 4–5 day per week position with flexibility expected.

Qualifications

• Experience as private household Cook/Housekeeper preferred.
• Mediterranean-style cuisine experience desirable.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Cook healthy, Mediterranean-inspired meals and supervise meal prep.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping and cleanliness throughout the home.
• Assist with grocery shopping and stock management, including online orders.

Skills

Cooking

Housekeeping

Job description

SW4, London , Salary - DOE (circa £30+ per hour)

Schedule: 4–5 days per week (flexibility required)

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience (circa £30+ per hour)

Our UHNW clients are seeking an experienced Cook / Housekeeper to support the smooth running of their home. The role is primarily focused on cooking, alongside maintaining a high standard of housekeeping. The family are looking for someone who can provide organised, proactive support.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident, experienced professional who enjoys taking ownership of their role.

Key Responsibilities

Cooking

• Prepare healthy, nutritious lunches and meal - prep for supper
• Cook fresh Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, with an emphasis on wholesome, flavourful meals
• Follow the family's favourite recipes while introducing new ideas and seasonal dishes
• Ensure the kitchen is kept clean, organised and well maintained
• Assist with grocery shopping and stock management, including online ordering where required
• Maintain the home to an exceptional standard of cleanliness and presentation
• General housekeeping, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping and tidying
• Laundry and ironing
• Changing bed linen and towels
• Keeping household supplies organised and replenished
• Supporting the overall organisation and day-to-day running of the home

Candidate requirements:

The successful candidate will be:

• An experienced private household Cook / Housekeeper
• A confident, proactive individual who is comfortable taking initiative
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Able to provide practical solutions and confidently make recommendations where appropriate
• Friendly, professional and discreet
• Comfortable working in an informal but busy household
• Experienced in preparing healthy, Mediterranean-style cuisine