House Manager / Chef

Professional HNW couple require a multi skilled, flexible House Manager to join them. Based from their private home in Belgravia you will be responsible for the smooth running of their family. The responsibilities are varied, you will be asked to think on their needs and anticipate the Principle’s requirements, always keeping three steps ahead of the family. It’s a busy family home, it is also a very hard working family, and they need a House Manager who is used to fast pace as well as very high standards/attention to detail.  

The House Manager will be responsible for the day to day running of the property, working closely with the Principle but also their housekeeper. Top standards are of the upmost importance and the Principle will expect nothing but the best of you, thus a hands on approach is will be needed. You will be a born co-ordinator, someone who enjoys being that go-to person in the house, used to last minute changes and meeting expectations. Loyalty and discretion is everything to the family, this is of high importance.

The family travel frequently but when they are here in the UK you will be asked to work five days a week with a half day on Sunday. This will involve flexible hours, some late evenings. Someone who understands top service will be fantastic in this role. In addition, you will be responsible for managing household expenditure and stock, updating the Principle  and her PA are fully update with everything on the household side.

COOKING – someone with experience cooking is essential, you will be responsible for the principles, she has strict dietary requirements. Simple, beautifully prepared and presented fresh dishes are required. Will you also be in charge of organisation and supervision of larger dinner parties, bringing in assistance where needed.

You must have a driving licence and speak English to a mother tongue standard.