Housekeeper
Position: Full Time Housekeeper / Cook (Live In / Live Out)
Location: Southwell, Nottinghamshire
Start Date: September
Days/Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
Job reference: 3006FTHKC582R
A warm and welcoming family based in Southwell are seeking an experienced and professional housekeeper / cook to join their household on either a live in or live out basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and organised candidate who enjoys maintaining a busy family home while preparing fresh, nutritious meals.
The family have five children, however this is not a nannying role, with the focus being on housekeeping and cooking. The ideal candidate will be confident managing household tasks independently, have excellent attention to detail and enjoy working in a family environment. The household also has two small dogs, so applicants must be pet friendly and comfortable around animals. Previous experience in a similar private household role and excellent references are essential.
Duties include:
full housekeeping and maintaining high standards throughout the home
cleaning kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms and living areas
laundry, ironing and wardrobe care
making beds and changing bed linen
vacuuming, mopping, dusting and polishing household surfaces
organising cupboards, wardrobes and storage areas
planning and preparing fresh, healthy family meals
batch cooking and meal preparation when required
keeping the kitchen clean, tidy and well organised
monitoring household supplies and assisting with grocery shopping when needed
helping care for the family’s two small dogs when required
ensuring the home remains clean, organised and running smoothly at all times
Requirements:
Current Enhanced DBS
UK Work Permit
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Start date 01/9/2026
Salary Not specified
Hours Not specified
Qualifications required Not specified
DBS checked Not specified
Required language Not specified
Experience required 5 years domestic housekeeping cook experience
Driving license required No
Employment type Full time
Duration Permanent
Live in / out Live out