At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a family home, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
- Company: Welcoming professional family in Cobham, Surrey.
- Benefits: Up to £55k salary, Monday to Friday schedule, long-term opportunity.
- Other info: Enjoy autonomy and become a valued part of the family.
- Why this job: Join a lovely family and take pride in creating a beautifully organised home.
- Qualifications: Experience in household management and cooking, with a proactive attitude.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
A welcoming professional family based in Cobham, Surrey is seeking an experienced House Manager / Housekeeper to oversee the smooth day‑to‑day running of their family home. This is a fantastic opportunity for an organized, proactive and self‑motivated individual who enjoys taking ownership of a household, ensuring everything runs seamlessly behind the scenes. The role combines hands‑on housekeeping, household management, cooking and general family support, making it ideal for someone who takes pride in creating a well‑run, beautifully organized home.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining high standards throughout the property whilst managing the practical day‑to‑day requirements of the household. This is a role for someone who naturally notices what needs doing, enjoys being one step ahead and is happy to take responsibility for always ensuring the home runs efficiently.
Key Responsibilities- Maintaining the home to an exceptionally high standard
- Laundry, ironing and wardrobe care
- Household organisation and general tidying
- Ensuring consistently high standards throughout the property
- Managing household supplies and stock levels
- Grocery shopping and household provisioning
- Coordinating deliveries, post and household administration
- Liaising with contractors, suppliers and service providers
- Managing household schedules and appointments where required
- Taking ownership of the smooth day‑to‑day running of the home
- Identifying tasks that require attention and ensuring they are completed efficiently
- Planning and preparing fresh, healthy family dinners during the week
- Shopping for fresh produce and ingredients
- Maintaining kitchen organisation and food storage
- Caring for the family dog, including daily walks
- Running household errands as required
- Providing general support to ensure family life runs smoothly
- Previous experience as a House Manager, Housekeeper or Housekeeper/Manager within a private household
- Confident family cook with a passion for fresh, healthy food
- Full driving licence and own vehicle
- Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
- Trustworthy, discreet and professional
- Positive, proactive and able to work independently
- Strong sense of responsibility and ownership
- Looking for a long‑term position within a private family home
- Candidates living within a reasonable commuting distance of Cobham will be particularly well suited to this role.
- Up to £55,000 gross per annum, dependent on experience
- Monday to Friday schedule
- Typically 10:00am – 6:00pm
- Flexibility available for the right candidate
- Long‑term opportunity with a welcoming and appreciative family
- Varied role with autonomy, responsibility and the opportunity to become a valued part of the household
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced House Manager / Housekeeper seeking a long‑term position with a lovely family who genuinely values professionalism.
House Manager / Housekeeper/Family Cook – Cobham, Surrey up to £55k employer: SILKS Luxury Lifestyle Specialists
Join a warm and professional family in Cobham, Surrey, as their House Manager / Housekeeper / Family Cook, where you will enjoy a supportive work culture that values your expertise and dedication. With a competitive salary of up to £55,000 per annum and a Monday to Friday schedule, this role offers a unique opportunity for personal growth and the chance to make a meaningful impact on family life. Experience the satisfaction of creating a beautifully organized home while being part of a household that appreciates your contributions.
Contact Details:
SILKS Luxury Lifestyle Specialists Recruitment Team
