LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER COOK JOB
ASTON | STEVENAGE | HERTFORDSHIRE | GB
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 gross per year
Job Type: Permanent, Part-Time, Live-In
Job Overview:
Perfect Household Staff is delighted to present a long-term opportunity for an experienced and reliable part-time live-in Housekeeper/Cook to join a private household based in Aston, near Stevenage, East Hertfordshire. The couple are seeking a professional, discreet and flexible individual who is able to maintain high household standards while working independently within a small, established household team. This is a permanent role offering excellent accommodation and long-term stability.
Aston is a village located close to Stevenage in East Hertfordshire, offering a peaceful setting with convenient access to local amenities. Due to the location of the property, a driving licence would be beneficial. The household is also staffed with a gardener and a PA, ensuring clear structure and support.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced Housekeeper/Cook who takes genuine pride in their work and is comfortable working independently within a private household environment. The role will involve maintaining the cleanliness, organisation and smooth day-to-day running of the home, alongside preparing and cooking evening meals for the principals only. The cooking requirements are straightforward, with dinners prepared and served at a pre-agreed time.
Flexibility is required during periods when the principals are travelling. On such occasions, the Housekeeper/Cook will be expected to remain on the premises, including weekends, to provide basic house-sitting and pet care duties, such as feeding the cats and walking the dogs. This position would suit a candidate who values stability, enjoys a calm working environment, and is seeking a long-term live-in role with a respectful and well-structured household.
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Only candidates who have the eligibility to work in the UK will be considered for this role.
Job Details:
Position Type: Live-in, Part-Time, Permanent
Working Days: Monday to Friday (with occasional weekend)
Working Hours: 25-30 hours per week
Language: English (good command required)
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 gross per year
Location: Aston, Stevenage, East Hertfordshire
Start Date: 1st March, 2026
Main duties of the Part-Time Housekeeper/Cook:
- General housekeeping duties to a high standard
- Cleaning, laundry and ironing
- Maintaining organisation and cleanliness throughout the household
- Preparing and cooking evening meals for the principals only
- Serving dinner at a pre-agreed time
- Basic pet care, including feeding cats and walking two medium-sized dogs when the family is travelling
- House-sitting and remaining on the premises during weekends when required
Requirements for this Part-Time Housekeeper/Cook job:
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant private housekeeping experience
- Two excellent checkable references
- Legal right to work in the UK
- Conversational level of English
- A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle would be beneficial
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