Live-In Family Cook/Housekeeper | 7 Days On/Off | Near Dublin, Ireland

Live-in Family Cook/Housekeeper | 7 days on/off | €60,000, private cottage and use of a car.

Overview

A lovely HNW family based in the Irish countryside is seeking an experienced Family Cook/Housekeeper to join their private household team.

This is a long-term, rota position supporting a busy family with four teenage children, working alongside other household staff to ensure the smooth running of daily life.

The role offers a balanced rota (7 days on/off), excellent accommodation, and the opportunity to work in a beautiful countryside setting on an extensive farm estate. The Family Cook/Housekeeper will be supported by a wider team including a House Manager and three cleaners.

Job duties

Responsibilities of the Live-in Family Cook/Housekeeper near Dublin, Ireland include:

Family Cooking

Prepare healthy, delicious daily meals for the family, with varied and interesting menus
Plan and execute food shopping, fridge management, and general kitchen organisation
Support occasional small dinner parties (2–3 times per year)

Household Support

Light housekeeping at weekends (bed making, laundry), with a full-time cleaner employed during the week
Oversee and coordinate the duties of cleaners to maintain consistently high standards throughout the home
Assist with general household organisation as required

Travel

Occasional travel with the family to Dublin and Spain

Candidates must be/have:

• An experienced family cook with a warm, confident approach to preparing nutritious meals
• Highly organised, proactive, and able to work both independently and as part of a wider household team
• Discreet, reliable, and comfortable within an informal family environment
• Flexible and willing to travel occasionally with the family
• A valid UK or EU Passport
• A valid driving licence

Accommodation
A private cottage will be provided in a beautiful countryside setting on the estate, and can be used when not on shift.

Hours
7 days on/off.

Typical daily schedule: 09:30 – 20:30 (including a 1-hour lunch break)

Location
Within one hour of Dublin, Ireland.

Salary
€60,000 package, inclusive of accommodation and use of a car.

Job ref
CP960: Live-in Family Cook/Housekeeper near Dublin, Ireland.