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Perfect Household Staff Ltd; Lacock; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

40 hours per week

Job summary

Perfect Household Staff is pleased to present a permanent, full-time live-in Housekeeper Cook in Lacock, near Chippenham, Wiltshire. You will join an elderly couple in a private residence, delivering daily housekeeping, laundry, ironing, and simple nutritious meals, with a separate live-in apartment provided.

The role requires at least three years’ private-housekeeper experience, two strong references, and conversational English with UK work eligibility.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of private housekeeper experience.
• Two excellent, checkable references.
• Conversational English and UK working permit.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of a four-bedroom residence.
• Perform daily housekeeping, laundry, ironing, and wardrobe organisation.
• Prepare simple, nutritious meals for the principals.
• Keep kitchen clean and hygienic; monitor and replenish household supplies.
• Report maintenance concerns to the principals and assist with additional tasks as required.

Skills

Organisational skills

Discretion

Time management

English communication

Job description

PHS Job 3520, Permanent Full-Time Live-In Housekeeper Cook Job in Lacock, Chippenham, Wiltshire, GB,

PERMANENT FULL-TIME LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER COOK JOB LACOCK | CHIPPENHAM | WILTSHIRE | GB Salary: negotiable, based on experience PHS Job 3520 Perfect Household Staff is delighted to present an excellent opportunity for a professional and experienced housekeeper cook to join a welcoming elderly couple residing in a beautiful four-bedroom home in Lacock, near Chippenham, Wiltshire. Famous for its picturesque streets, historic abbey, and charming village atmosphere, Lacock is one of England’s most attractive countryside locations. The principals are seeking a flexible, reliable, and dedicated housekeeper cook who is looking for a long-term position and takes pride in maintaining a warm, comfortable, and well-organised household. Although the lady of the house has previously been diagnosed with cancer, she remains fully self-sufficient. The family is looking for a dependable professional who can provide consistent household support and contribute to the smooth running of their home. Working as a housekeeper cook in a private residence requires excellent organisational skills, discretion, and the ability to maintain high housekeeping standards. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day cleaning of the property, laundry and ironing, and preparing simple, nutritious meals for the principals. This position would suit a professional who enjoys creating a comfortable home environment and who values longevity in their employment. As the property is located in a countryside setting, a driving licence would be advantageous for convenient travel to and from the area. One of the most attractive aspects of this position is the excellent live-in accommodation. The successful housekeeper cook will be provided with a separate apartment located close to the principals' house, with all utility bills covered. The accommodation is suitable for a partner and child, making it a particularly appealing opportunity for candidates seeking stability and comfortable family living arrangements. Only candidates who have the eligibility to work in the UK will be considered for this role. Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Live-In Working Days: Five days per week Working Hours: 40 hours per week Language: English Salary: Negotiable, based on qualifications Location: Lacock, Chippenham, Wiltshire, GB Starting Date: ASAP Main duties of the Full-Time Housekeeper Cook: Maintaining the cleanliness and presentation of the four-bedroom residence to a high standard. Performing daily housekeeping duties, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and sanitising surfaces. Managing household laundry, ironing, folding, and wardrobe organisation. Changing bed linen and maintaining guest and family bedrooms. Preparing simple, healthy meals for the principals. Keeping the kitchen clean, organised, and hygienic at all times. Monitoring and replenishing household supplies when required. Ensuring the home remains tidy, comfortable, and welcoming. Reporting any maintenance concerns to the principals. Assisting with additional household tasks as reasonably required. Demonstrating flexibility, reliability, and professionalism in a long-term private household environment. Requirements for this Full-Time Housekeeper Cook job: Three or more years of private housekeeper experience Two excellent checkable references Conversational English UK working permit