Nanny/Housekeeper/Chef Job Description
Marcilly Recruitment’s client, a lovely UHNW family relocating to Berkshire (Windsor area), is seeking a professional, experienced, and proactive Nanny/Housekeeper/Chef to support their fully staffed household and care for their two children aged 8 and 9.
This is a live-out position, and candidates must be based within a reasonable commuting distance of Berkshire. A trial period will take place at the family’s London residence prior to their relocation.
The ideal candidate will be warm, calm, organised, and highly detail-oriented, with the ability to balance high-level housekeeping, structured childcare support, and light cooking duties. The family are hands-on and value someone who understands when to take initiative and when to step back.
They are a busy, dynamic family who travel extensively during school holidays, including extended summer periods abroad. They are looking for a committed, long-term candidate who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in maintaining exceptional standards.
Salary: £50K - £55K gross per annum depending on experience
Benefits: generous annual bonus; pension; 28 days holiday & international travel
Start date: September 2026 (trial May/June in Chelsea)
Location: Windsor / Berkshire (live-out)
Travel: Required during all school holidays, including extended summer travel
Nanny/Housekeeper/Chef Requirements
• Previous experience within a UHNW private household in a similar role
• Strong housekeeping and laundry skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Confident cook, able to prepare simple, healthy, family-style meals
• Experience supporting children within a structured household environment
• Warm, calm, and able to set boundaries with kindness
• Highly organised with strong time management skills
• Proactive, professional, and discreet at all times
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Fluent English required
• Comfortable working around animals (dog and guinea pigs)
• Confident driver essential
• A team player who works well within a fully staffed household
• Flexible and adaptable to changing schedules and travel
Nanny/Housekeeper/Chef Responsibilities
• Full housekeeping to an exceptional standard across all areas of the home
• Deep cleaning, organisation, and maintaining high presentation standards throughout
• Laundry and wardrobe management, including ironing, steaming, and seasonal organisation
• Managing dry cleaning, garment care, and wardrobe systems
• Preparing breakfast, smoothies, and light lunches
• Supporting kitchen organisation, cleanliness, and appliance maintenance
• Polishing cutlery, silverware, and glassware as required
• Assisting with the children’s morning routine, including breakfast, uniforms, and school preparation
• Supporting children with dressing and daily organisation
• Maintaining children’s bedrooms, bathrooms, wardrobes, and play areas
• Managing children’s laundry and wardrobe rotation
• Liaising with the family and PA regarding school schedules, activities, and requirements
• Managing household supplies and restocking when required
• Handling deliveries and liaising with contractors and household staff
• Supporting general household organisation, errands, and ad hoc tasks
• Assisting with guest readiness and overall household flow
• Travelling with the family during school holidays and assisting with packing and organisation
All shortlisted candidates will be required to sign an NDA prior to interview.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a warm, well-run household with a lovely family who truly value their staff and are looking for a long-term addition to their team.
Marcilly Recruitment Ltd is a boutique London and Dubai based recruitment agency specialising in business operational and administrative support and private household recruitment in the UK, Europe and the Middle East.
Due to the extremely high volume of applications, if you haven’t heard within five working days, then sadly your application has been unsuccessful.
