Live-in Housekeeper/Cook sought near Banbury in North Oxfordshire, £50k, ASAP start

TN United Kingdom; Banbury; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a high-calibre live-in Housekeeper/Cook for a prestigious country estate near Banbury. This full-time role involves managing household operations, providing exceptional service, and occasionally cooking for guests. The ideal candidate will be experienced, energetic, and adaptable, ready to maintain high standards in a dynamic environment. With the added opportunity to travel to a luxurious chalet in Switzerland, this position promises an exciting and rewarding experience for those passionate about hospitality and service.

Qualifications

• Experienced, independent, and responsible individual with high standards.
• Ability to work as part of a wider estate team and adapt to high-demand hosting.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day running of the house including cleaning and laundry.
• Occasionally cook to dinner party standard and assist with hospitality tasks.

Skills

Cooking

Housekeeping

Dog Care

Driving

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Live-in Housekeeper/Cook sought near Banbury in North Oxfordshire, £50k, ASAP start, Banbury

Client:

Katherine Shields Private Staff Ltd

Location:

Banbury, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Hospitality

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

754484dfe9fa

Job Views:

3

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Description
A high-calibre live-in Housekeeper/Cook is sought for a hands-on, full-time role at a prestigious country estate near Banbury, North Oxfordshire. This is a part-time weekend residence with occasional summer use, requiring a high standard of presentation and service despite the informal household style. Responsibilities include:
• Managing the day-to-day running of the house, including housekeeping duties: cleaning, tidying, laundry, ironing, bed-making, turn-downs, fire setting, shopping, floral arrangements, and household admin.
• Occasionally cooking to a good dinner party standard (recipes provided), assisting with food prep, drinks service, meal serving, and hospitality tasks.
• Evening work when owners are in residence, with flexibility for dinner service and guest support.
• Supervising external contractors or maintenance.
• Dog care, including walking and feeding (must be dog friendly).
• Driving is essential due to rural location, with occasional guest pickups/drop-offs at train stations or airports.

Chalet Responsibilities (Switzerland):
• Travel to the owners’ large 8-bedroom chalet in Switzerland 4–6 times during winter and 2–4 weeks in summer (plus a 1-bedroom staff apartment).
• Arrive 1–2 days before family and guests (typically 4–18 people), and stay 1–2 days after departure for close-down.
• Duties include cleaning, tidying, laundry, shopping, assisting with meal prep, occasional cooking and serving, washing up, and supporting daily hospitality.
• These periods involve intensive work; time off in lieu will be provided.

Ideal candidate:
• Experienced, independent, responsible, energetic, and self-starting.
• High standards of cleanliness and discretion.
• Able to work as part of a wider estate team.
• Adaptable between routine and high-demand hosting periods.
• Confident driver, using a shared estate car.
• 5 days/week, including weekends, up to 40-45 hours/week.
• Accommodation: 2-bedroom apartment in the stable block; partner welcome, no children or pets.

Role to commence once the right candidate is found.

Additional consideration for a Domestic couple (House Manager/Maintenance & Housekeeper/Cook) at £80k gross pa.

Requirements: Cooking, Housekeeping