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Couple Vacancies

DOMESTIC COUPLE – VAR

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 eyar-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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SUMMER COUPLE - SOUTH OF FRANCE - JUNE TO END SEPT

Our client is currently seeking a highly experienced summer domestic couple to look after his family and property throughout the summer months. This role would suit a couple who have previously worked on yachts or who are accustomed to ‘yacht standard’ housekeeping and service. Working 6 days per week, hours to be discussed, extra days worked will be compensated.

Duties will include:

  • 5* Housekeeping ( knowledge of correct cleaning products for delicate surfaces)

  • Laundry and ironing (knowledge of using a Laurastar steam generator preferred)

  • VIP Wardrobe care

  • Care of two larger breed dogs

  • Driving  and valeting of vehicles

  • Basic household repairs/maintenance

  • Oversight of local contractors where necessary

  • Shopping

  • Garden maintenance

Requirements:

  • Valid European documents/work permit

  • Valid EU/Swiss driving license

  • Accustomed to using satnav

  • Excellent previous experience in a similar role

  • Excellent letters of reference

  • Speaks: English or Russian (German or French is a plus)

  • No dog allergies and familiarity with handling large breeds

  • Non-smokers

Accommodation of a furnished studio with cooking facilities, a washing machine and internet is provided within the villa grounds. Uniforms are provided for all staff.

Salary: TBD

Start date: June (awaiting confirmation of date)

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Resident Couple ~ Cannes POSITION NOW FILLED

A very experienced domestic couple is required to handle the day-to-day running, maintenance and upkeep of a large luxury villa located close to Cannes. The busy international owners are generally in residence for 12-16 weeks per year, mainly in the high season months at which time a 5* level of service is required. Additional service and housekeeping staff are employed in the summer months however for the rest of the year the resident couple will be expected to clean and maintain the property including assisting with garden maintenance. Applicants must have extensive experience of running this type of high level, high service property with a strong record of providing discreet and seamless guest services.

Duties will include:

  • 5* Housekeeping and laundry

  • Light, healthy cooking in absence of chef

  • Prepare breakfast when required

  • Inventory and stock control

  • Occasional table service

  • Laying of tables

  • Flower arranging

  • Overseeing seasonal teams

  • Liaising with suppliers and contractors

  • Backing up contracted gardening company

  • Mowing and general garden maintenance

  • General handyman and minor maintenance

  • Appliance and vehicle maintenance

  • Pool maintenance

  • Setting out and closing up of pool areas morning and evening

  • TroubleshootinG

  • Preparing monthly reports for local property manager

  • Liaising with contractors and suppliers

  • Driving Shopping and errands

Requirements:

• Excellent prior experience in this type of role

• Ability to work ‘hands on’

• Fluent English and conversational French from at least one of the couple

• Each of the couple must have a driving license

• Excellent letters of reference

• EU nationality or valid documentation allowing employment in France.

A one bedroom apartment located on the property is offered as accommodation with this role.

Salary: TBD

Start date: October/November ‘24

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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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