On behalf of our private client, we are looking for an experienced Domestic Couple for their Chalet in Megeve France. Ready to start!
This is a fantastic long-term opportunity for an experienced, detail-oriented, reliable couple possessing a proactive, can-do attitude, confident in delivering exceptional standards, team spirited and are both hands on and flexible.
This role is ideally suited to a couple who are confident in speaking French and English.
About the principals:
The principals are in residence at the Chalet approx. (3) months a year and they enjoy entertaining/have guests stay, so for the remainder of the time when they are not in residence you will be confident keeping things in order and well kept.
Days & Hours of work:
Full time - flexibility required when the family is in residence for the (3) months of the year (this could be Christmas/Easter/ Summer)
Duties include but are not limited to:
o Table service and care of the cellar
o Cover maintenance duties i.e., garage, cellar, plant rooms and the surroundings of the house such as the front doorstep, 2 balconies, smaller areas of the garden & other parts in between visits of gardeners, systems of heating and lighting in the house, including 4.50m jacuzzi
o Some snow shovelling where the snowplough does not reach (small part of the chalet only)
o Driving for errands when/if required
o Home Cooking - simple, fresh, seasonal ingredients (look after the menu planning with lady of the house)
o Occasional dinner party's for up to 12-14, house guests, Christmas and New Year's Eve dinners & occasional buffet for 24 max. If necessary, outside help with the service for dinners will be provided if more than 8.
o Grocery shopping
o Always keeping the kitchen clean and tidy
o Housekeeping and laundry
o Assisting with a second Chalet close by - welcoming rental guests, checking in/out, be available for questions/help
Requirements:
• Proven experience in a chalet / private household/ similar setting
• Both candidates confident speaking French and English
• Excellent attention to detail and high standards of presentation
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Sound knowledge of cleaning products and handling of delicate items
• Professional, discreet, and respectful of family privacy
• Valid driver’s license
• Checkable references
Accommodation:
Cottage with living/dining/kitchen areas/2 bedrooms, linked to the chalet by a pleasant underground passage. There is an indoor heated parking space, and if own car, a petrol allowance, and maintenance allowance provided if using for the principal's needs.
Salary:
From €6K net per month (depending on experience and skills set)
Please note unfortunately candidates with dependents and/ or pets cannot not be considered for this position.
Unless otherwise specified a minimum of 2 years relevant experience is required to receive the advertised rate of pay.
Please apply with CV
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