TEMPORARY FULL-TIME LIVE-OUT HOUSEKEEPER COOK
PRATT'S BOTTOM, ORPINGTON | GB
Salary: £20 – £22 gross per hour
A warm and welcoming family based in Pratt's Bottom, a peaceful semi-rural village near Orpington, is seeking an experienced and proactive Housekeeper Cook to join their household on a temporary, full-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable domestic professional to provide cover whilst the family's permanent Housekeeper Cook is on sick leave.
The household consists of two parents, their two adult children and a friendly Cockapoo. The family is looking for a well-organised, trustworthy and self-motivated individual who can confidently manage the housekeeping whilst preparing simple, nutritious family meals. The ideal candidate will enjoy working independently and take pride in maintaining a clean, organised and welcoming home.
Housekeeping will form the main focus of the role and the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the property is maintained to a high standard throughout the assignment. Duties will include all aspects of housekeeping, laundry, ironing, household organisation and maintaining a tidy, well-presented home. In addition, the candidate will prepare straightforward family-style meals and assist with the smooth day-to-day running of the household.
This is a temporary position covering a period of sick leave and would suit an experienced Housekeeper Cook who is available immediately and able to integrate quickly into an established household routine.
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Only candidates who have the eligibility to work in the UK will be considered for this role.
Type: Temporary, Full-Time, Live-Out
Working Days: Thursday 6 August – Sunday 16 August (10-day assignment)
Working Hours: 9:00am–5:00pm
Salary: £20–£22 gross per hour, depending on experience
Start Date: 6 August 2026
End Date: 16 August 2026
Language: English
Location: Pratt's Bottom, Orpington, GB
Driving Licence: Beneficial due to the property's semi-rural location and limited public transport access
Main duties of the Housekeeper/Cook:
- Complete all housekeeping duties to a high standard throughout the property.
- Clean, tidy and organise the home.
- Carry out laundry, ironing and wardrobe care.
- Change and refresh bed linen as required.
- Maintain excellent household organisation.
- Monitor household supplies and advise when replenishment is required.
- Prepare simple, nutritious family-style lunches and dinners for four people.
- Keep the kitchen clean, tidy and well organised.
- Support the smooth day-to-day running of the household.
- Be comfortable working in a household with a friendly Cockapoo.
Requirements for this Housekeeper/Cook job:
- Previous experience working as a Housekeeper Cook within a private household.
- Good spoken English essential.
- Warm, organised, proactive and reliable.
- Confident supporting both housekeeping and cooking.
- Dog-friendly and comfortable working around a friendly Cockapoo.
- At least two excellent checkable references
- Available for the full duration of the assignment from 6 August to 16 August.
- Valid right to work in the UK.
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