Rural Estate couple required: Housekeeper/cook & groundskeeper/handyperson

Full time vacancy for an experienced and friendly couple who can between them cover housekeeping, cooking, groundskeeping, and property maintenance duties.
The successful couple will be working at beautiful private estate within close proximity to Forres, Moray which is used as the family’s secondary residence. On site accommodation is provided along with a competitive salary and estate vehicle. Desirable skills include housekeeping, cooking, groundskeeping, and property maintenance, however job requirements can be tailored to best suit the skill set of a favourable couple.

Job Description
Introduction
A rural household are seeking a personable, trustworthy, and experienced couple to live and work at a family owned Estate in Moray, Scotland. The two roles broadly comprise of housekeeper/cook & property maintenance/gardener; however the ideal couple will support one another in their respective roles as and when required. Candidates with separate but favourable qualities will be considered for the role and reasonable adjustments could be made.
Main duties
There is flexibility regarding who undertakes which specific tasks, and it is generally expected that the couple will work as a team for most of the work. Key responsibilities typically associated with each role are outlined below:
Housekeeper/cook

• Cleaning, laundry, ironing and ensuring the property is kept to a high standard
• Shopping and meal planning
• Meal preparation and cooking for the family and guests
• Ability to cook for larger groups to a high standard would be desirable, but not essential
• Running errands

Groundskeeper/handyperson

• Liaising with contractors & tradesmen regarding specialist property maintenance
• Undertaking non specialist property maintenance & repairs
• Gardening and upkeep of the surrounding grounds
• Reporting maintenance issues or faults to the Estate manager
• Ensuring security of the premises
• Vehicle maintenance, including arranging servicing and repairs
• Assist and collaborate with the wider estate team on tasks where required

Working pattern
The employee will work the hours required for the full, proper and successful execution of their duties. The requirement will increase when the family are in residence with a lesser demand out with these periods. The employee will manage their own time on a day to day basis, taking instructions from both the family and estate manager. The family will be in residence for approximately five months per year. A paid holiday entitlement of 29 days per annum is provided however these must not be taken while the family is in residence. The Employee may be required to work a public holiday and therefore will be entitled to said day off in lieu.
Salary & Benefits
A salary of £32,000 – £38,000 per role will be available depending on experience, with the potential for upward negotiation were an outstanding candidate found. Benefits include a vehicle for work purposes, and an unfurnished three bed cottage in good condition. In addition, council tax, fibre broadband, and work phone are provided with the role along with a fair allowance for heating oil and electricity.
About the Estate
The Estate is located between Forres and Grantown on Spey. The property is a secondary residence for the family who will typically visit with extended family and guests during weekends, holidays and for a large proportion of the summer. The provided accommodation is situated adjacent to the main residence and within the heart of the scenic Estate. The estate comprises of in hand and let farms, forestry, sporting, and build enterprises.