Live-in Domestic Couple

Our client is in search of an experienced live-in Couple to manage their house and grounds in the picturesque region near Carpentras, Provence.
The successful candidates will be responsible for running the daily operations of the residence and ensuring that the household runs smoothly.

?This is the principals holiday home which they and their family travel to occasionally, so they require flexible, trustworthy, and discreet individuals who are willing to go that extra mile to maintain their residence to the highest standards.

The Live-In Couple will be hands-on and versatile, willing to execute various tasks, including gardening, housework, cooking, chicken care and other domestic duties. Their "can-do" attitude and ability to be self-sufficient, will be essential for the role.
 

Estate Manager/Driver

• Overseeing all aspects of grounds management
• Handling small maintenance jobs and coordinating with local tradesmen.
• Ensuring security
• Transportation of guests to the airport/station
• Manage swimming pool and gardens?

?Housekeeper/Cook

• Competent in housekeeping, shopping, and laundry duties
• Proficient in-home cooking
• Ensuring the overall security of the household
• Setting tables and clearing/ washing up etc

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• Previous experience in similar domestic roles
• Proficiency in spoken English and some knowledge of French in order to liaise with contractors
• Energetic and "hands-on" approach
• Maintaining a high level of confidentiality
• IT and technical proficiency
• Able to manage budgets
• Full driver's licence
• Legal right to work in France
• Checkable references from previous employers

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• Beautiful private annex with a private garden
• House car for work use
• Flexibility in working hours as required, for example when the family is in residence, the couple will need to be available.
• The winter months, will be more task based.
• Start Date: February 1, 2024?

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Annual salary for the couple in the range of 50,000 to 60,000 Euros gross, depending on experience and suitability