Housekeeper/Cook at a beautiful country house in north Essex.  The position is long-term with a salary of £30,000 p.a. and a two bedroomed, rent-free house on the estate, paying own housing expenses.  A five-day week with four weeks annual holiday and days in lieu of public holidays.  You must have a friendly, agreeable and calm disposition with good initiative.  You will need references, be able to drive and have no dependent children or pets.  Your duties will include cooking to a high standard for the family of two with some entertaining. You will be responsible for running the house including managing and assisting cleaning staff, shopping and the care of animals.  Please apply by email giving your personal details, employment history, copy references and a contact telephone.