TRAVELLING HOUSEKEEPER COOK

Perfect Household Staff Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A private household in Chelsea, London is seeking an experienced Housekeeper Cook to prepare Mediterranean meals and manage household duties. The ideal candidate should have over three years of experience, work well in a team, and be able to travel with the family. This is a full-time, live-out position with a negotiable salary. Proactive candidates with a love for culinary arts and strong organisational skills are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of private housekeeper cook experience.
• Conversational English is required.
• Must have UK working permit.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality Mediterranean dinners and additional meals.
• Collaborate with the private chef and another housekeeper.
• Carry out general housekeeping duties.
• Assist with various domestic tasks.
• Travel with the family to maintain service continuity.
• Care for the family dog.

Skills

Cooking Mediterranean cuisine

Organisational skills

Ability to collaborate with a team

Job description

Perfect Household Staff is delighted to present an excellent opportunity for a discreet, expert, and highly proactive Housekeeper Cook to support a small, private family based in Chelsea, one of London’s most prestigious and vibrant neighbourhoods. Known for its elegant streets, boutique shops, and charming cafés, Chelsea offers an exceptional working environment with outstanding public transport links, making this live‑out position easily accessible.

The principals are a private family who value professionalism, proven experience, and the ability to work harmoniously within an existing team.

Working as a Housekeeper Cook in a busy private family requires a blend of organisational skills, culinary expertise, and a proactive mindset. The successful candidate will demonstrate proven experience in domestic households, confidence in preparing Mediterranean and healthy family‑style meals, and the ability to collaborate smoothly with a private chef and fellow housekeeper.

This position also involves the flexibility to travel with the family for trips lasting from one to five weeks, both within Europe and the USA.

Job Details

• Type: Permanent, Full‑Time, Live‑Out
• Working Days: Five days per week
• Working Hours: 40 hours per week
• Language: English
• Salary: Negotiable, depending on qualifications
• Location: Chelsea, London, UK
• Starting Date: ASAP

Main duties

• Preparing high‑quality dinners and occasional additional meals, with a strong focus on Mediterranean cuisine and healthy dishes.
• Collaborating effectively with the private chef and another housekeeper to ensure smooth household operations.
• Carrying out general housekeeping duties, including cleaning, ironing, wardrobe organisation, and patio maintenance.
• Assisting with a wide range of domestic tasks to maintain a well‑ordered home environment.
• Travelling with the family to Europe and the USA for periods of one to five weeks, ensuring continuity of service during trips.
• Caring for the family dog, including feeding, basic grooming, and general oversight.
• Utilising strong organisational skills to manage household tasks proactively and efficiently.
• A driving licence is considered a bonus.

Requirements

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

If you are personally interested in the vacancy or are aware of another potential candidate who may be interested in such a vacancy, please apply via our website or email [e-mail].