House Person Sought for Family Ranch in South Florida, USA

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A friendly family who have a large ranch in South Florida, USA near to Cape Coral are now looking for an experienced House Person to work for them.  You must hold a driving licence and have the legal right to work in the USA.
 
Package Offered

  • $75,000 - $100,000 gross per year
  • Health Care and Dental Benefits
  • A car provided for work duties
  • Accommodation will be provided and a full relocation package if required

Family Background
A high net worth family of four, with two grown children, they are based in South Florida and travel regularly.  In Florida, the large country estate consists of two houses, and various other out buildings. The family employ grounds maintenance, gardeners and pool staff, and are now looking for a House Person to manage their estate. They travel regularly so you should be happy to travel with them. 
 
Duties
You should be skilled in household management and maintenance, helping with upkeep of the buildings and working with the other contractors.  You should be organized and if you enjoy cooking this is a bonus.  You will have to perform driving duties such as running errands or picking up guests from the airport etc.  Occasionally you may be tasked to attend the other property which is located in the Cayman Islands - all travel will be covered by the client. 
 
You should be discreet and well mannered, and the family are friendly and relaxed, but still like their home to be presented to the highest degree.  You should be able to manage guests, perform front of house duties, and be able to manage the household from a day-to-day perspective. 

You should be happy to help out with light housekeeping and be able to care for the homes to a high standard, with great attention to detail. Attention to detail is extremely important, and you should enjoy working to high standards as requested by the principals. 
 
The family you will work for are easy-going and relaxed.  You should be able to match this temperament, whilst still getting things done, and also blending into the background whenever required.  You should be warm, lovely and discreet with a calm personality and energy, with excellent common sense and initiative to get the duties done each day. Flexibility and resilience to get the job done is key to this role. 

You should be happy to travel as part of your role between Florida, USA and the Cayman Islands, and indeed to other locations around the world if required.
 
Location/Accommodation
The main family home is in South Florida, USA and they own a second property on the Cayman Islands. You will be provided your own private accommodation in each property you work in.
 
Days/Hours

  • 5 days per week, Monday to Friday
  • 8am - 5pm
  • With the flexibility to work occasional weekends or evenings when agreed in advance and traveling
  • You will be paid for any overtime you work or have time off in lieu 

Languages
You must speak a good level of English to communicate with the family. 
 
Special Skills
You must be highly organised and have previously worked in private family settings. You should be looking for a long-term role.  You must hold a full driving licence and have the full legal right to work in the USA and can travel in and out of the country easily. A construction background would be beneficial for this role. 
 
Interview/Start date
The family are interviewing now for the right person to start ASAP. We are recruiting safely within the COVID-19 regulations

Permanent
Posted on: 18 August 2021
Domestic Couple
$75,000 - $100,000 gross per year