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Couple Vacancies

DOMESTIC COUPLE ~ CANNES

Our Middle Eastern client is seeking an experienced couple who have the necessary knowledge and enthusiasm to run a prestigious properties in Cannes. This clients previous couple worked for the family for  25 years and our client would like to find a replacement couple who will be able to offer many years of employment and loyalty. Generally the role will involve housekeeping, driving and property maintenance and for much of the year the couple will work alone however when the client arrive they bring with them several staff from their other homes. They use the Cannes property for a maximum of 8 weeks per year, often less, therefore the couple must be able to work autonomously and communicate well with the client’s family office.

Duties will include:

  • Housekeeping (male to assist female where necessary)

  • Light Cooking ( an advantage but not essential)

  • Informal table service

  • Driving

  • Property maintenance

  • Pool Care

  • Light gardening

Applicants must have valid working permits/residency cards allowing for employment in France. One of the couple should be able to communicate in French with local contractors, fluency is not essential. Fluent English from both of the couple is essential. A one bedroom apartment is offered as accommodation, unfortunately couples with dependent children cannot be considered.

Salary: €5.5k net pm negotiable

Start date: ASAP

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DOMESTIC COUPLE - PROVENCE

An experienced couple is required to take over the care and running of a large luxury country retreat located close to St Remy. The property is generally used by a busy British family in the summer months and spring/autumn half term holidays. The property is occasionally rented out however the owners plan in the future to use the property more themselves instead of renting out in high season. The property comprises 6 double bedroom suites with large reception rooms, a swimming pool, tennis courts and a large mature garden. A weekly gardener is contracted year-round and part of the couple duties will be to provide general garden maintenance alongside the contracted gardener. The property owners will employ a part-time housekeeper for 4 hours per morning, 6 days per week when the property is being used by the family  - who also travel with their own cook - meals are nearly always buffet style and very informal. The housekeeper needs to be highly organised and efficient, able to keep a linen book/household inventory etc and be willing to quickly learn and adapt to the needs of the family.

Duties will include:

  • 5* housekeeping

  • Household laundry (all bed-linens are sent out to the local laundry)

  • Assist in kitchen if necessary

  • Set and clear table at mealtimes

  • Garden and property maintenance

  • Driving

  • Shopping/Errands

  • Oversee local contractors

A small cottage on the grounds is offered as accommodation for the couple; at least one of the couple must speak good conversational French, both must speak fluent English and the male of the couple must be able to drive.  Working 6 days per week in high season and when family are in residence, 5 days per week outside of family visits and the summer season. 5 weeks holiday per year. This client will accept couples who have a dog.

Salary: €6k net pm

Start date: Sept/Oct

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LIVE-IN GARDIEN COUPLE – BRIGNOLES POSITION NOW FILLED

Our returning European clients are currently seeking a pro-active and willing gardien couple to help care for their large rural property close to Brignoles. The property is currently for sale therefore the couple will preferably be happy to work on a 6 month repeating CDD however a CDI can also be discussed as long as the couple understand that the property is actively for sale however it could take many months,  (possibly longer) to achieve a sale as the owners - who are in residence for several months each year – are happy to wait for the right buyer. The female/housekeeper of the couple will generally only be needed on a part-time basis. This employer is very open, ‘human’ and approachable with a family who are equally polite and considerate. Very nice independent accommodation located on the property is offered with this role.

Duties will include:

  • General Housekeeping

  • Assist in kitchen when required

  • General grounds care

  • Assist in the maintenance of the kitchen garden

  • General interior and exterior property maintenance

  • Occasional driving

  • Liaise with local contractors

  • Care of chickens and family dog

  • Maintain general security

Requirements:

  • Good handyman and garden maintenance skills

  • Excellent housekeeping skills and experience

  • Excellent references from previous employers/clients

  • Physical strength for any heavy lifting/handling of garden machinery etc

  • A good level of spoken English (or German) and some conversational French

  • EU passport or a French carte de sejour

Salary: €4k npm (negotiable)

Start date: June​

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DOMESTIC COUPLE – VAR POSITION NOW FILLED

Our British client has recently purchased a beautiful chateau and vineyard property in the upper Var region of France. He is now seeking a professional domestic couple who is able to provide year-round care for the interior and exterior of the property. The Principal (or his guests) will be in residence for 4-5 months each year, generally he is there for just a few days each visit with his guests using the property for one-week stays throughout this summer.

Duties will include:

  • 5* Housekeeping

  • Laundry & Ironing

  • F&B Provisioning

  • Restocking throughout occupied periods

  • Stock control of cleaning products etc

  • Shopping & errands

  • General garden/house maintenance

  • Regular watering of garden and pots

  • Maintenance and daily care of swimming pool

  • Work alongside local contractors when necessary

  • Opening and closing pool area each day

  • Communicate with vineyard management

  • Obtain quotes from contractors for any necessary works

  • Upkeep of property vehicles and machinery

  • Driving- airport etc

  • General property security

  • Managing utility bills etc

Requirements:

  • Excellent previous experience in similar roles

  • Excellent letters of reference from previous employers

  • One of the couple must speak a good level of French

  • Both must speak fluent English

  • Discretion with quiet efficiency

  • EU nationality or have long-term titres de sejours

  • At least one of the couple must have a driving license (preferably both)

  • Good practical maintenance/garden/vehicle care skills

This employer is quite informal and his service needs are not extensive, however there will be times when he has a larger number of guests staying at the chateau at which time a local chef will be employed. If the couple is able to provide simple  guest service duties at these rare events it would be appreciated but not essential. A local housekeeper is currently employed on a part-time basis, she will be available to assist the main housekeeper when there have been larger groups staying at the property. It is understood by the employer that here will be occasions when the assistance of local workers/contractors will be necessary especially for the heavier exterior jobs, in this situation the couple will liaise with the Principal’s PA. Accommodation of a 1-bedroom apartment on site is offered with this role.

Salary: €5.5k net pm (neg)

Start date: TBD

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Please Note:

Applicants for positions based in France MUST have a current working visa/carte de sejour or be the holder of an EU passport

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