Hutchinsons Domestic Staff are experienced in recruiting and placing top quality household staff within private domestic vacancies worldwide from Estate Managers and Housekeepers through to Butlers and Chefs.
95% of our staff placements are successful. However, we safeguard our clients’ interests by offering a 10-week guarantee period. Should problems arise during this time we provide either a replacement or a refund.
In addition to our London recruitment office, we have successful satellite offices in Antibes on the Cote d’Azur and New York and Atlanta in the USA, where our staff will happily assist both candidates looking for a new role in the domestic service industry, and clients wishing to hire members of staff for existing and new vacancies.
One of London's foremost recruitment consultants, Mrs Atkinson has specialised in the Household Domestic Staff recruitment 'niche' for the past 35 years and has become prominent in her chosen field. Over the years she has built a client base across the globe and her patrons return time and again to seek her professional recruitment assistance and related guidance.
The daughter of a Chelsea antiques dealer and highly successful interior designer she has a fine eye for detail and her company has become acknowledged for providing a refined and bespoke domestic staffing service, offering reliability and efficiency, due in no small part to Frances' ability to recognise and act upon her clients' specific requirements.
Frances' special interests within the business are the Butler, Chef, House Manager, Couples and Yacht Crew vacancies and the liaison with the overseas offices to promote our international domestic staff department. However, she is the heartbeat of the business and maintains a careful and considerate interest in every aspect of Hutchinsons. Her business motto centres on the terms Reliability – Efficiency and Discretion.
Following twenty years as a Senior Nursing Manager within the Private Health Sector, Ms Upton is based in the London office.
Karen's 19 years with Hutchinsons has been instrumental in the development and expansion of the business, both in Europe and the USA.
Well known for her meticulous approach to her work within the domestic staff industry, Karen specialises in the couples, Governess, Housekeeper/Cook, Daily Housekeeper & Personal Assistant vacancies within the business. Her team leadership, her commitment to her role and her dependable decision making have made Karen invaluable and she is a firm favourite with both our clients and candidates alike.
Like Frances, Karen is active in all the various departments of Hutchinsons Domestic Staff and remains the linchpin of the London recruitment office.
Alyssa joined the Hutchinsons Consultancy team in the autumn of 2012, following a multi-year career in Cultural Exchanges. She has a wealth of experience, particularly in dealing with people and assisting them to reach their goals. We are delighted that she has moved seamlessly into the role of Senior Recruitment Consultant and she is currently based in the main office, in London.
Originally from Boston, Massachusetts, she now resides in Central London and has become a "true Londoner!" Alyssa contributes in many ways and is able to wear many hats and is primarily responsible for the smooth running of the entire recruitment sector. She works closely with Frances to effect the perfect introductions of Butlers, Chefs, House Managers and Valets but is equally adept in all the other sectors.
She provides masterful assistance with all aspects of the Hutchinsons Staff business.
Prior to joining the office in London, Paul had spent twenty five years in Estate & Stud Farm Management and therefore he understands the qualities required and the abilities essential to satisfy the demands within the domestic recruitment sector.
Widely travelled and often required as a consultant internationally, he brings to the London recruitment office his business management skills, together with his boundless enthusiasm for computer-related technology. He has a special interest in the Gardener and Estate Management vacancies and he also particularly enjoys working with the Chef section.
Paul deals with the financial aspects of Hutchinsons and is a partner in our sister company – County Couples, a business specialising in recruiting domestic staff for a wide variety of positions which are based in the rural environment.
Marc has more than 30 years experience in the butler profession. He studied in The Netherlands where he graduated Cum Laude at The International Butler Academy. As a qualified and experienced Butler Trainer, he trains all over the world. Marc trains on content and form, has a dynamic and inspirational style of training and understands and respects the advantages of working with local staff from different backgrounds.
Besides training, Marc does Butler Service himself upon request. His Energy, Passion and Commitment drive him not only to support others in the industry but also to enjoy the life of a butler. His clients include Luxury Hotels and Resorts, Boards of Directors, Private Families, the Dutch Royal House and high-profile personalities.
Peter O’Donovan and his team of experts operate our affiliate office in the United States. Of Irish descent, Peter migrated to the U.S. after finishing Hotel & Hospitality Management studies and attending the famed Ballymaloe Cookery School in Ireland. He furthered his career by attending other renowned institutions throughout the United States, including Berkley in California.
Over his 30-year career, Peter has traveled the world, managing various clients’ multiple properties as an Estate Manager and a Chief of Staff. He’s vetted, placed and trained all aspects of domestic staffing. Peter has also implemented health and well-being guidelines, managed senior care plans, given lectures in Harvard square, been awarded by the United Way, to say a few of his accreditations.
In his thirties, Peter launched a nationally-recognized business that was featured in Oprah Magazine, The Boston Globe, Gourmet, Travel and Leisure, and other national accolades. Peter’s upbeat Irish character and hospitality, along with his US-based placement agency, work in tandem with our UK team supporting our global customers and candidates.
Qandeel has over 15 years of experience working as an Education Consultant and a Tutor/Governess and Nutritionist, with in-depth knowledge of both the British and the American education system. Qandeel has a strong academic background with a degree in Biomedical Sciences from the prestigious King’s College London, as well as a published scientific paper in a renowned journal. She specialises in the entry examinations for top British independent schools and has helped students attain their desired places in schools such as Eton, St. Paul’s and Westminster. She focuses on building a strong mathematical and English language foundation from early years.
With her experience extending from age range of 2 years to 18 years, Qandeel is able to advise parents on the best educational route for their children starting from kindergarten, all the way up to top universities including Oxbridge and Russel group universities.
Qandeel has experience of managing all aspects of a student’s life including selecting the right tutors, extracurricular activities, summer schools, interview prep and important etiquette.
Aside from her work in education, Qandeel has a keen interest in nutrition and the healing power of natural superfoods. This led her to become the founder and director of nah (natural and healthy); a natural, health-based company. She has experience of advising clients on the best natural remedies for common ailments such as high blood pressure and allergies, as well as the best diet to follow during pregnancy.
Please contact Frances@hutchinsons-staff.com for further information and hourly/daily rates.
Swiss Representative and Property Manager consultant François created a luxury concierge service company in Switzerland alongside his business partner. Hutchinsons Domestic Staff has partnered with Francois to provide an enhanced service for our Swiss clients.
Francois team provide a large array of services to international clients, from administrative support, facilities maintenance, organisation of ski holidays and the management of high-end luxury chalets in the Alps.
He started his career as Butler, Driver, PA for a CEO of a well know chemical company, and after successful training at International Butler Academy, he moved forward to become an Estate Manager/ Chief of Staff for a Swiss residence family. This role included the full management of multiple properties in different countries.
François now concentrates his time on consultancy for VIP clients who need advice on property management, specifically all areas that required knowledge of Swiss rules and law.
To contact Francois please email frances@hutchinsons-staff.com.
Dedicated to pairing our clients with the very best candidates
“Totally professional, impeccable taste, a host of long standing clients and an ability to assess what you're capable of in an instant, borne of years of experience. I wouldn't be where I am today without them and can't recommend them enough. 5 stars without question.”
Kettering
“Hutchinsons is a great, professional agency and one can only imagine by dealing with this company how much benefit clients get from the extensive know-how and amazing experience they offer. The vacancies they offer are always consistent and it’s a great pleasure and inspiration to be able to deal with people at the top of their game.”
France
“My experience with Frances and her team is definitely positive. In a business where many people reinvent themselves, not knowing much about how peculiar the world of UHNWI is, Hutchinsons is definitely a must use, both for candidates searching for true work ethic and honesty and for the most discerning clients who are willing to trust a company that does command the codes of luxury!”
Frances
“Thank you and your team at Hutchinsons Staff for all your help in our search for our new butler. He has settled in well and we are more than satisfied. We are grateful for your expertise and would recommend your company to our friends.”
France
“Our new housekeeper has arrived and is wonderful! Thank you for all your help in finding her.”
Oxfordshire
“Since the date of meeting with a representative from Hutchinsons, I had the most enjoyable experience. I had been in contact with various agencies in London who were very vague in terms of opportunities available, however this was completely different with Hutchinsons. Within 3 months of approaching Hutchinsons, I had secured a very desirable position which has the scope to travel the entire world.”
London
“Delighted with the service and efficiency of your consultancy. You did all you promised and more. We are very pleased with our new staff member and will return to Hutchinsons again in the future. Our thanks to everyone in your office.”
London
We have acted on government advice and Hutchinson's staff are working remotely. As a Staff Consultancy, this will not effect the support and the relationships you have already experienced with our fantastic team. You will still be able to continue to access our domestic staff consultants as normal and we will maintain our high levels of service. Please stay home and stay safe. With our kindest regards.
