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Caretaker Couple Jobs in Frankfurt

€26–€41 an hour · Live-in, on site

Quick answer

Caretaker Couple jobs in Frankfurt typically pay €26–€41 an hour (about €4,500–€7,100 a month full time). Live-in positions are common, with a usual schedule of live-in, on site. Employers ask for property care or estate experience and an identity check. Register with AvailJob to be matched with families hiring in Frankfurt.

Typical pay
€26–€41
per hour
Full-time monthly
€4,500–€7,100
about 40 hours a week
Live-in
Common
accommodation provided
Schedule
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Open caretaker couple positions in Frankfurt

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About caretaker couple jobs in Frankfurt

Caretaker Couple jobs in Frankfurt are household positions: a caretaker couple is a couple who live on a property and look after the house, grounds and security together. Families hiring in Frankfurt range from young professionals in the city centre to established households across Frankfurt Rhine-Main.

Frankfurt is known for banking, data centres, aviation, and consulting, and many of the families who hire domestic staff here work for employers such as Deutsche Bank, European Central Bank, Commerzbank, Fraport, and Deloitte Germany. Frankfurt hosts the European Central Bank and one of the busiest internet exchange points on the planet.

Main duties

  • Maintain and secure the property
  • Look after gardens, pools and outbuildings
  • Clean and prepare the house for visits
  • Supervise contractors
  • Receive guests and deliveries

Caretaker Couple pay in Frankfurt

Household incomes in Frankfurt are shaped by an average local salary of around €68,000, which is why caretaker couple pay here sits above the Germany average. Pay rises with experience, references, live-in flexibility and extra duties such as driving or cooking.

Household roles in FrankfurtTypical pay ranges, per hour. Caretaker Couple highlighted.
Caretaker Couple€26–€41
Husband-Wife Staff€26–€41
Cook & Maid Couple€26–€40
Household Runner€13–€21
Male Cook€13–€24
Caretaker Couple pay across GermanyTypical ranges in the largest cities, per hour.
Berlin€26–€38
Munich€26–€41
Frankfurt€26–€41
Hamburg€26–€39

Indicative ranges for 2026 based on local salary levels and published household pay; individual offers vary.

A day as a caretaker couple

Typical day — Caretaker CoupleAn example day — real schedules are agreed with each family.
  1. 7:00Breakfast & household start
  2. 9:30Cleaning & maintenance
  3. 12:30Lunch
  4. 15:00Garden, errands, laundry
  5. 18:30Dinner & lock-up

Why work in Frankfurt?

The local job market is growing at 3.4% annually, so demand for reliable household staff keeps rising as more dual-income families move to Frankfurt.

Frankfurt is often described as “Continental Europe's Banking Capital”, and its households expect a professional standard of service.

Requirements

What families ask for

  • Property care or estate experience
  • Practical maintenance skills
  • References
  • Right to work for both partners

Working in Germany

  • Right to work in Germany: Workers from outside the EU need a residence title that allows employment; EU citizens can work freely.
  • Checks: employers usually ask for an identity check, references and, for work with children, an extended certificate of good conduct (erweitertes Führungszeugnis).
  • Minimum pay: wages must meet the statutory minimum wage (Mindestlohn).
  • Contract: A written contract (Arbeitsvertrag) or written record of the essential working conditions is required.

Live-in or live-out?

Live-in caretaker couple roles in Frankfurt normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package. Live-out roles pay the full hourly rate, and families often add travel costs for early starts.

How to get hired

  1. Register

    Create your profile with your caretaker couple experience, availability and references.

  2. Verification

    Complete Germany right-to-work and background checks.

  3. Interview & trial

    Meet the family and work a short, paid trial day.

  4. Contract & start

    Agree pay, hours and leave in writing before you start.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a caretaker couple earn in Frankfurt?

Caretaker Couple jobs in Frankfurt typically pay €26–€41 an hour (about €4,500–€7,100 a month full time). Experience, live-in arrangements, hours and extra duties move pay within this range.

Are there live-in caretaker couple jobs in Frankfurt?

Live-in positions are common. Live-in caretaker couple roles in Frankfurt normally include a private room and meals; the value of board is sometimes deducted from pay, so compare offers on the total package.

What do I need to work as a caretaker couple in Germany?

Employers ask for property care or estate experience, practical maintenance skills and an identity check. You must also have the right to work in Germany.

What does a caretaker couple do day to day?

A caretaker couple is a couple who live on a property and look after the house, grounds and security together. Typical duties include maintain and secure the property, look after gardens, pools and outbuildings, clean and prepare the house for visits.

How do I apply for caretaker couple jobs in Frankfurt on AvailJob?

Register your profile with your experience, availability and references. When a family in Frankfurt hires for this role, you are matched and contacted.

What hours does a caretaker couple work?

A typical schedule is live-in, on site. Hours, days off and overtime should be written into your contract.