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Domestic Couple (Sun Valley, ID)

Our client is seeking a Domestic Couple to manage and maintain their beautiful second home that they visit a few times a year.  Initial interviews will be conducted via video, then an in-person meeting and a visit to the property. 
While Owners are in residence:
  • Full-charge daily housekeeping (must be meticulous and detail-oriented)
  • Laundry (pressing when required)
  • Prepare all meals (must be a good cook)
  • Ability to execute formal and informal dinner parties
  • Ability to serve meals and prepare multiple courses
  • Grocery and household shopping
  • Errands as required
  • Keep organized list of items running low for repurchase
  • Organization
  • Drive Owners, if required
All year round:
  • Check the 20-acre property to for any repairs needed
  • Maintain the livable area ½ – 1 acre
  • Maintain all gardens, including vegetable garden
  • Mow lawn in spring/summer
  • Snow removal in winters
  • Recognize when repairs need to be performed and advise Owners
  • Maintain a current list of vendors in the area
  • Supervise all vendors that enter property for repairs
  • Ability to do light maintenance of interiors/exteriors as needed for 10K square foot residence
 This is a Full-Time, Live-In Position:
  • When owners are in residence they expect a six-day workweek with Sundays off
  • When owner not in residence a Monday-Friday workweek will be expected
  • Two weeks annual paid vacation (to be approved in advance)
  • Furnished 2-bedroom 1 bath private apartment provided
  • Utilities, cable TV, internet, and phone provided
  • Automobile provided for work-related driving
  • Food allowance
  • Health insurance (medical/dental/vision)
Requirements:
  • Must have a minimum of 5 years reference in similar role
  • Must have worked as a couple previously
  • Good command of the English language (verbal and written)
  • Familiar with all current IT and technology in order to set up and troubleshoot
  • Be able to pass a thorough background check
  • Must be drug-free
  • No small children or pets