46 jobs available:

ALL - ROUNDER / TECHNICIAN
Switzerland, German speaking part

An all - rounder / technician is required for a private family based in Switzerland.   Candidates must have previous private house experience.  

This is a varied role that will require you to manage the following tasks

• Care of vehicles, including cleaning, preparing, fuelling, and organising repairs
• Treatment for classic cars
• Caring for boats (on the lake) to include cleaning, fuelling, and preparing, driving
• Managing installations of lights and music in the villa, house and the grounds, so essential you are confident with all electrics
• Maintenance and service of heating system, pool, spa, etc.
• DIY duties to include framing, hanging pictures, etc.
• Shopping and managing inventory of wood, tools, and equipment
• Organising and liaising with external companies/craftsmen
• Assisting in the garden
• Dog walking / care

Candidates must have a clean driving licence as well as a boat licence.   German speaker essential. 

5-day working week with flexibility.   Strong technical skills and ability to prioritise tasks required.  Negotiable salary.  Accommodation provided. (HU3843)

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CARETAKER / HANDYPERSON & COOK / HOUSEKEEPER/STEWARD(ESS)
South Central Germany
LIVE-OUT (Couple or Single position)

Private client based in South Central Germany owning an estate with several properties and agricultural land require professional household staff.     

Duties and responsibilities will include.   

CARETAKER AND HANDYPERSON

• Small repairs within masonry, painting, electricity
• Gardening in the park and the surroundings, cutting hedges, pruning trees
• Managing the vegetable garden
• Maintenance of pool and terrace
• Purchase of technical and garden equipment
• Car maintenance and cleaning
• Making sure the property is safe and secured

HOUSEKEEPING /COOKING AND SERVICES

• Shopping / Cooking
• Setting the table
• Cleaning kitchen and dining room throughout its use during day
• Keeping refrigerator and freezer clean
• Washing and ironing linens and clothes, collecting and returning laundry, hand washing
• Responsible for changing, washing, ironing and general care of all the bed linen
• Sewing and mending of clothing beneficial
• Arranging the terraces and its outdoor furniture
• Daily procedures as opening/closing shutters, switching outdoor lights on/off
• Dusting, sweeping, mopping and vacuuming daily the main areas of the house
• Polishing brass and silver, antiques and fine furniture
• Polishing wooden floors and doors
• Knowledge of stain removal and care of delicate items required
• Answering door and telephone when employer is unavailable

 This position requires hardworking, flexible candidates who work in an efficient and structured manner.   Candidates must be reliable and discrete.  Must also be dog lovers as you will be required to feed and exercise the dog when employer is unavailable.

Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a similar environment.   It is essential that you speak good German and Fluent English (written and spoken).  

Permanent, full-time role, with an immediate start.   Excellent references and valid drivers license required.    Salary negotiable based on experience. (HU3871) 

CHEF PLUS
Switzerland, German-speaking part
Essential Requirements: Previous Private House Experience, Chef & Housekeeper, Flexible, German speaker

A wonderful vacancy for a multifaceted, hands-on chef who is open to duties outside of the kitchen and has experience working within a private residence.

Duties will include

• Cooking daily for the family who enjoy healthy, fresh, seasonal cuisine to include vegetarian and vegan options
• Baking fresh breads and granola
• Cooking for guests ranging from 6-15 to include children
• Producing your own products (jams, etc) using the fruit and vegetable from the garden
• Assisting with the wine harvesting
• Provisioning, shopping and inventory management
• Responsible for ensuring the cleanliness of the kitchen
• Service for the family (assistance is available when entertaining)
• Managing the wine cellar
• Assisting with housekeeping duties when required

Candidates must have strong communication skills along with the ability to work effectively with a team of staff.   The main role is cooking and providing well-balanced meals for the family and guests, however there are duties that you’ll be required to fulfil outside of the kitchen so essential you are flexible with your duties.

5-day working week with flexibility.   Salary negotiable based on experience.   (HU3721B)    

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DAILY BUTLER
Kensington

An experienced and energetic daily butler is required for a busy family based in Kensington.   It is essential that you have strong food and beverage knowledge for this position.  

Duties will include

• Serving all meals including snacks
• Meeting and greeting guests / front of house
• Caring for silver, art, etc.
• Dealing with deliveries and returns
• Assisting with general cleaning and upkeep of the property
• Occasional driving duties

We require a proactive candidate who is a team player with strong communication skills.   This is a fully staffed property. 

Normal rota is 3 days on / 3 days off with some flexibility.   Hours are either 6am-6pm or 11am-11pm; there will be occasional requirements to stay overnight.  

Salary £45,000.  Immediate start. (HU3885)

DAILY CHAUFFEUR
Mayfair

An experienced and professional chauffeur is required for a private family of four based in Mayfair.

You will be responsible for driving the principals as well as the children including school runs, shopping trips, airport runs, etc. You must be a confident and safe driver and knowledgeable with London roads.

You will be driving various cars which include a Bentley, Maybach, Viano, and a Porsche.

You will be working alongside a team of chauffeurs so essential that you can work well as part of a team.

You will be responsible for the upkeep of the cars and ensure they are kept clean. It is essential that you are discreet, presentable and have worked for a formal household previously.
This is a fulltime position working a five-day week and on a shift with some weekend cover. Hours are 7.30am until 7.30pm with a break in the day.
You must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role with excellent checkable references. ASAP start. Salary £55,000 to 60,000 per year. (HU3872)

DAILY HOUSE-PERSON / DRIVER
London, W1 with travel

We require an experienced house person/driver for a family based in London working Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work.

You will need to be an experienced driver, be happy to run errands and be a good team player.

You will be required to assist the Personal Assistant and House Manager as needed and cover for the Butler on their days off.

Your duties will include looking after the cars, including washing and fuelling, and general house-person duties.

Hours will be Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work with days off during the week. Salary in the region of £35 - £40k per annum. Start Date ASAP. (HU3873)

DAILY HOUSEKEEPER
West Hollywood, California

An experienced housekeeper with service skills is required for a private family of four at their private residence in West Hollywood. You will be working alongside a team of staff including housekeepers, houseman, chefs, a security team and the house manager. This is a large property that is maintained to extremely high standards.

Duties will include
•Reporting to the house manager about the daily running of the house
•Providing table service during breakfast, lunch and dinner and helping in the kitchen at the end of the day.
•Preparing light breakfast, such as a toasting toast, pressing orange juice.
•Making beds to the highest standards, on days that the Head housekeeper is off.
•Housekeeping duties such as low and high dusting, hoovering, mopping of floors.
•Checking used areas, keeping tidy and informing the house manager where needed.
•Service and helping with the family's dinner and drinks twice a week.
•Accommodate with other activities, such as themed events.
•Polishing silverware and glassware, taking pride in table setting.
•Managing and organizing suitcases, storing suitcases and other supplies.
•Providing chauffeur duties if required.
•Taking care of the pets when required.
This is a fulltime position working five days per week with Monday and Tuesdays off. Working week is Wednesday 4pm -12midnight, Thursday 2pm -10pm, Friday 2pm-10pm, Saturday 2pm-10pm and Sunday 4pm-12midnight. Immediate start. Salary negotiable based on experience but circa $35 p/h. (HU3882)

DAILY HOUSEKEEPER – 3 days per week
Beaconsfield, Bucks
8.30 to 4.30 but flexible   

Experienced, flexible, housekeeper is required to run and manage this beautiful property in Central Beaconsfield.

Single professional working father with 3 grown up children at university, requires a hands-on housekeeper, capable of running the family home which will include cleaning, washing and ironing, local food / errands and shopping, organising contractors, supervising external contractors i.e., garden team, pool care and window cleaner. 

Daily working hours are flexible, primarily 3 days per week, but occasionally you will be asked to assist with any entertaining one evening or an occasional weekend.

Ideally you will have basic computer skills and have the ability to order groceries online, send emails and SMS.   

SALARY NEGOTIABLE DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE AND THE HOURS AGREED. (HU3324)

PART TIME DAILY HOUSEKEEPER
FLEXIBLE DAYS x 3
Approx. 15-20hrs to be confirmed
Notting Hill -W11
Essential Requirements: Proactive, self-sufficient Housekeeper with good laundry skills. Previous experience working a private residence. Reliable and trustworthy. Strictly Non-Smoker.

This is a part time residence of an international businesswoman, who travels frequently. The property has been fully refurbished and requires an experienced housekeeper to oversee the daily routine and care of the property. Daily working hours and days are flexible

 Duties required.

• To ensure the home is kept organised, clean and tidy which includes-

• • General tidying
  • Daily cleaning of Kitchen, Bathrooms and reception areas
  • Hoovering and dusting
  • Making and changing beds

• Laundry duties, washing and ironing and wardrobe management, arrange dry cleaning.
• Food shopping, stock fridge and store cupboards and occasional food preparation by negotiation.
• Running errands and organising the home.
• Arrange and organize in liaison with PA, local trades /maintenance contractors that may need to attend the house and oversee their work

Salary will be dependent on how many hours are worked and previous experience. This is a long-term payroll position. DBS Certificate and excellent checkable references required (HU3845)

DAILY HOUSEKEEPER-FAMILY COOK
9-5pm- Monday to Friday
London W8
Essential Requirements – Previous Experience working in a large family home. Ability to manage the household. Good communication skills. Great attention to detail, experience with fine Art, fine fabrics and Antiques. Household and personal Laundry and wardrobe management. Team Player with a happy, friendly disposition. Child and dog friendly. Strictly Non Smoker.

Long term position for an experienced family sole housekeeper who enjoys working in a small team. This is a family of four which includes 2 school age children, one at home and one at boarding school-- a full time nanny is employed.
Both principals work full time so look for a housekeeper who really understands how a home should run. You will be responsible for cleaning, washing and ironing, making and changing beds -wardrobe management and arranging dry cleaning and errands.

Ideally one evening per week, you should be prepared to cook a supper, simple straight forward fresh healthy meal for the principals and their friends, usually four adults. The day you cook you can start later and finish later, approx. 12-8pm.

This is a large home, with many stairs, so essential that you are fit and energetic, with previous long term references and experience. It is essential that you have previous experience working in a private family home and have experience of special finishes, cleaning and caring for silver, antiques and fine fabrics.

The average working day will be 9-5 pm but with a degree of flexibility. You must enjoy working with children. Flexibility, a happy disposition, good team player and being part of the family for the long term is essential.
Most important is a happy, flexible, energetic person, who takes pride in their work, with a good level of English looking for a long term position. Simple uniform will be required.

SALARY NEGOTIABLE DEPENDING ON PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE – 2 days off per week. Driver not required. Non smoker essential (HU3878)

DAILY or RESIDENTIAL HOUSEKEEPER x 2
7am to 3.30pm or 12md to 8pm
Chigwell, Essex
Essential Requirements: Previous private house housekeeping experience. Good quality laundry skills. Child and large dog friendly. Good team player. Tagalog or Nepalese speakers a big advantage.

Experienced housekeepers required for large family home in Chigwell– previous experience of working in a family home is essential.

Duties will include cleaning, washing and ironing to a high standard, wardrobe management and running local errands.

A chef is employed so no cooking, but a willingness to assist the chef in the kitchen with minor food preparation and kitchen hygiene.

In addition, you will be child friendly and capable to prepare and supervise the children’s breakfast and ensure they are ready for school on time. The family have 2 large dogs, but no dog walking is required.    

Working 5-days per week, with flexibility, you should be able to cover both shifts.    

Salary negotiable based on experience, 2 days off per week. Previous private house experience essential. Accommodation is available if you wish to Live in. Tagalog and Nepalese speakers very welcome. (HU3803)       

Daily Private Chef
Holland Park   

A lovely position for an experienced private chef to provide lunch and dinner daily for a private family of five based in Holland Park.     

Daily cooking will be required for the principals and the children as well as two nannies.   There are three children at home and two children at university who are sometimes home, but the general cooking is for five.    There will on occasion be a requirement to cook for a maximum of 10; but you will have notice when this is required.  

The family enjoy a wide range of food and therefore require a chef who is creative, innovative, and knowledgeable with a wide repertoire of cuisine.  They enjoy a healthy/clean diet.  There are no allergies or dietary restrictions.  They like Mediterranean, Italian and Russian cuisine.     

Additional duties will include menu planning, shopping and provisioning as well as keeping the kitchen immaculate.       

Lunch for the principal and nannies (and children when not at school) is generally at 1pm.  Dinner for the family is served at 7pm.   

This is a full-time position, working Monday – Friday.   Start time is flexible and finish time is 8pm.    Salary negotiable based on experience.  Russian or Italian speaker would be a bonus.   (HU3833)

DAILY PRIVATE CHEF
Geneva, Switzerland

An experienced private chef is required for a family of four including children based at their residence in Geneva, Switzerland. This is a daily / live –out position.

Previous restaurant experience is required.

You will be required to produce daily meals for the family as well as a small team of staff. The family are vegetarian, so essential that you have good experience creating and producing flavoursome vegetarian cuisine.

This role will require you to manage the kitchen in its entirety, including the cleanliness of the kitchen and all equipment. You will be responsible for menu planning, shopping, provisioning, ordering products and managing the kitchen budget.

Candidates should have good organisational skills as well as the ability to communicate effectively.

This is a fulltime position working 5 days per week from 9am -7pm with flexibility. When the family are away for holidays and when they spend weekends away from Geneva, time off will be allocated. Excellent, verifiable references are required.

Top negotiable salary based on experience. Start date ASAP. (HU3889)

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DAILY PRIVATE CHEF
Monaco
Essential Requirements: Previous private house experience, Fluent English and French, Strong Managerial Skills, Thorough Knowledge of European Cuisine, Flexibility to Travel

An experienced private chef is required for a large private residence in Monaco with four permanent residents.  We are looking for a private chef to manage all food operations.  Experience in high-level households is required.   Candidates should have an eye for detail, be able to create fine dishes and present them like paintings on a plate, love to experiment, create recipes and standards that will serve as guidelines for the kitchen staff to follow.   The chef will work in coordination with the butler to ensure the highest level of food service.  

Duties will include

• Management of the kitchen operation for a household of four people
• Food product management: locating best products and providers according to the needs of the employers, storage of dry, fresh and frozen food, ordering of food and kitchen supplies in coordination with the butler
• Managing a staff of four; scheduling, work allocation, supervision, training
• Verification of all operational and hygiene standards and their implementation
• Creating menus for one adult and two children, and occasional private events
• Food preparation three times per day, seven days per week, for 3 different people (one adult and two children) and simple staff food preparation for a staff of about 20. The Chef will need to organise the time of the cooks, the supplies, preparations and materials in such a way that the employer does not feel the absence of the chef
• Travel to a separate location in Courchevel for the winter season

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of operational experience as a chef in a high-paced household or on private or charter yachts
• Thorough knowledge of European cuisine (French & South Europe) as well as world kitchen
• Very good knowledge and adherence to HACCP norms
• Strong managerial skills: time, people, materials and premises
• Hands-on, lead-by-example mentality
• Professional communication skills with staff and peers
• Minimum language requirements: English and French, any other language is a plus

This is a full-time contract after a 6-month trial period.  5-day working week.  Live out.  Negotiable salary based on experience.  (HU3730)  ON HOLD 

EDENBRIDGE KENT
DOMESTIC COUPLE
HOUSEKEEPER / GROUNDS & MAINTENANCE PERSON / SECURITY
Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm
Essential Requirements: Proactive domestic couple with previous experience working in a private household. Both must drive. Strictly Non-Smokers and excellent references. Occasional Good family cooking  

Proactive, country loving domestic couple is required for a recently refurbished, 500-acre country estate in Kent. The 7-bedroom, grade 11 listed property is the permanent home of a down to earth couple and their very friendly dog and 2 cats.

Housekeeper

The Housekeeper will primarily be responsible for the day-to-day cleaning and deep cleans of the 7-bedroom, 6-bathroom home, laundry, preparing the home for guests, running errands and pet care. Ideally the housekeeper will be able to prepare ingredients, cook occasionally and eventually serve at informal dinner parties.

Grounds/Maintenance

Partner will be responsible for the day-to-day grounds’ maintenance of the property, which will include gardening, mowing, hedge trimming, greenhouse and vegetable garden. Other duties will include general property maintenance, overseeing contractors, swimming pool, spa and hot tub maintenance, car cleaning and care of the vehicles, ad hoc driving duties and generally assisting the housekeeper and two additional estate workers when required. You will also be responsible for the security of the estate.

This is a long-term role, suitable for a very hands-on, self-motivated couple who are used to working together in domestic service – you must be confident in your ability to provide high standards of work without supervision.

Accommodation and Salary

A beautiful, large 3-bedroom Oast house within the Estate, next to the main house. This can either be furnished or unfurnished. All bills included. Monday to Friday 8-4pm with weekends off, some flexibility will be required for driving duties. Salary circa £50-55,000 Gross per annum (Negotiable)

Well behaved pet considered, but sorry no dependent children. Both must drive. (HU3618)

DOMESTIC COUPLE –
MAINTENANCE GARDENER, HANDYPERSON, DRIVER. 40 HRS
PART TIME HOUSEKEEPER – 40 HRS
Monday to Friday
HERTFORDSHIRE/BEDFORDSHIRE BORDER
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS – Previous experience working domestic service role. Love of the countryside, working outside with a passion for gardening. Dog lovers. Clean driving licence.

Mature employer with visiting children and grandchildren seeks a new couple due to the retirement of the long term current couple.

The housekeeper will take care of the interior of the residence, which will include

• Daily cleaning, hoovering, polishing, sweeping main areas of the house

• Care of the kitchen, cleaning the oven, surfaces and ensuring freezer and cupboards are clean and tidy. 

• Polishing silver, brass, antiques and fine furniture.

• Washing and ironing to include bed, table linens and towels, dealing with hand washing, fine fabrics and arranging dry cleaning.

• Making and changing beds, arranging guest rooms.

• Feeding and walking the dog if the owner is absent.

• Watering and care of indoor plants and flowers.

• Keeping patio, doorsteps and downstairs windows clean and free of dirt.

Gardener-handyperson- all rounder

• Grounds and garden maintenance including repairs ie fencing, weeding, lawn mowing, pruning etc.

• Keep fireplaces clean and stocked with logs

• Swimming pool maintenance, clear of leaves and debris.

• Tennis court maintenance.

• Light household maintenance (light bulb replacements, minor plumbing, basic painting)

• Care for the cars, cleaning, polishing fuelling and occasional driving when required.

• Outdoor furniture care 

Accommodation - Self contained flat with 2 double bedrooms attached to the house with separate entrance.
Salary up to £60,000 Gross per annum. 4 weeks holidays per annum. Presence is required on the property during the owners absence.
Sorry no children or dependants. Small pet may be considered. Clean driving licence essential DBS Checks will be required. (HU3747)

DOMESTIC COUPLE
Housekeeper / Cook /  Grounds and Household maintenance.
Duties are interchangeable
Ascot, Surrey 

Essential Requirements:  Long term position, strictly non-smokers, clean driving licence. Experienced, professional couple, with great attention to detail, proactive and discreet.

Capable to work as part of a small team which currently includes full-time live-in Housekeeper, driver and part time gardener. Fluent Spoken and written English is essential. Security aware.

A new opportunity for an experienced, energetic, and flexible couple to join a formal family of four. This is a large property with gardens, kitchen garden and a tennis court.   

All duties for the couple are interchangeable, the primary duties will encompass total care of the interior.    

Housekeeping -to include cleaning, washing and ironing, care of antiques, fine furniture/ fabrics. Wardrobe management experience is a big plus, polishing shoes, home style cooking and some formal entertaining – ability to lay a formal table is required. Care of flowers and plants.

Cooking – Meal planning, preparation, and cooking of fresh, healthy family meals. Weekly shopping of groceries, provisioning and organisation of household supplies. Family and friends do visit on a regular basis in normal times, the family enjoy entertaining and in the long-term hope to return to this. For large dinner parties catering staff are brought in, and you will be required to assist with greeting guests and service.

Gardening and Property Maintenance – Assisting with general garden maintenance, working alongside the weekly gardener. Assist with planting and maintenance of the kitchen garden and greenhouse. General property maintenance and organisation and supervision of external contractors and trades. The driver also assists with garden maintenance and DIY as necessary.

The family have 2 medium size dogs, between the staff they will require walking, grooming, feeding and general care.

Two teenage children are boarders and return home at weekends and exeats, they are very independent. When the principals are away on business, you will be required to keep an open eye.

SALARY Competitive depending on experience. 2 bedroom furnished cottage with small outdoor terrace. 5 day working week with 2 days off, flexibility to cover some weekends will be required. Strictly non-smokers, excellent checkable references and enhanced DBS Check required. This is a unformed position (black trousers – black top- gilet all provided).

SORRY NO PETS OR DEPENDANTS.  (HU3821)

DOMESTIC COUPLE
RURAL ESSEX / SUFFOLK BORDER
HOUSEKEEPER / MAINTENANCE GARDENER / ESTATE WORKER
Essential Requirements: Proactive domestic couple with previous experience working in a private household. Excellent references required. Team players, fluent English

Country loving domestic couple is required for a small estate on the Essex /Suffolk borders. A beautiful primary residence of a mature couple who also spend time during the week in London and Winter Overseas. This is a rural location, so ideally one must drive with your own car.    

Housekeeper  

The Housekeeper will primarily be responsible for the day-to-day care of this large country house. You will work closely with the daily cleaner to maintain the interior to a high standard. You must be skilled with laundry duties, which includes all bed linens and towels. Ideally the housekeeper will be able to prepare ingredients, cook occasionally – usually no more than a good Sunday roast. There is a large vegetable garden so always good fresh seasonal vegetables / fruits available.

When the principals are travelling Overseas, the housekeeper is not required to work, but when they are in residence daily hours may be longer and a willingness to work a weekend day appreciated.

Grounds/Maintenance Gardener

Partner will be responsible for the day-to-day ground’s maintenance of the property, which will include maintenance gardening, a lot of mowing, hedge trimming, strimming etc. You will work closely with the outdoor team of 5, reporting to the Estate Manager and Head Gardener.

Other duties may include general maintenance, fence repairs, DIY etc. You should be experienced with large garden equipment, strimmer’s, chain saw, ride on mowers, hedge cutters.

Working hours are 8-5 (Summer months) 8-4 (Winter months) Monday to Friday.

This is a long-term role, suitable for a very hands-on, self-motivated couple who are used to working in a private family residence.

A lovely 3-bedroom cottage with own gardens, within the Estate, next to the main house. This can either be furnished or unfurnished. Council Tax will be paid but you will be responsible for all utilities. Well behaved pet considered but must be chicken friendly.

Salary circa £60,000 Gross per annum DOE. 2 Days off per week. (HU3884)

EXPERIENCED HOUSEKEEPER-LAUNDRESS
Live out – Monday to Friday with flexibility.
Average 8 hr days
London SW10
Essential Requirements – Experienced private household housekeeper with excellent laundry skills. Previous experience with fine fabrics and wardrobe management.
Self-sufficient sole charge housekeeper. Excellent spoken English, capable to deal with contractors, suppliers, make appointments and deliveries. Non Smoker essential.

Newly created position for a young family of 4 which includes a baby and 2 nannies.
The property is a four bedroom apartment.
The principal travels frequently but there is no travel required for the housekeeper. You will be asked to be flexible with your daily hours, on occasions starting later and finishing later if the principal is returning from a trip in the evening. Primarily to assist with packing and unpacking, working with the stylist to ensure the principal has the outfits and accessories required.

You will be the sole housekeeper of the property, able to work alone and be capable of running the residence on a daily basis, this will include cleaning, making and changing beds, washing and ironing and liaising with the owners.

Candidates should be familiar and confident with preparing and maintaining ladies’ wardrobe and dressing rooms, have excellent ironing and pressing skills and have previous experience handling fine fabrics. In addition, you will be organising specialist dry cleaning, packing and unpacking. The nannies care for the baby’s clothes.

Personal shopping and running errands may also be part of this role.

The working week will be five days, mainly working between 10am and 7pm but flexibility is key as you will need to work longer hours occasionally when requested, but always with additional time off when not in residence.
Salary £45-50,000 Gross. (REF : HU3859)

Head Butler

This is a varied butler role which involves performing duties and travelling with the owners between their four properties (Monaco, France, Sardinia & the UK) from now until November, then remaining in Europe during the winter months to run the European properties while in 'winter mode'.

Must hold a EU passport, speak perfect English and be fluent in French. You must be a non-smoker.

The clients are looking for someone who has previous butler experience and can hit the ground running. You should have a hands on manner, be flexible and willing to adapt to the clients needs when it comes to preferences on service style.

You must have an excellent front of house manner and be able to read the room. You will be working closely with the Lady of the house therefore personal assistant skills are an added bonus.
You will need to be able to take direction from Estate and House Managers to help each property run smoothly as each property is run slightly differently due to location and surroundings. You will find the day to day service and routine is the same throughout.

The clients are a mature couple with two lovely dogs and no children. The dogs are a very much loved part of the family therefore you must be a dog lover and be willing to walk them on occasion.

The clients also employ a chef who will travel with you between properties.
Each property has both permanent managers and seasonal staff who remain at each property.

Accommodation is provided for at each property.
It is important to note that this position is 7 days a week during the summer months while the clients are in residence.
There is always time for a break in the afternoons and dinner is usually at 7pm with few late nights.
They prefer a bit of peace and quiet on Sundays which usually means they only need you around meal times.

Salary negotiable based on experience. (HU3012)

HEAD BUTLER/ASSISTANT PALACE MANAGER
Doha, Qatar
Essential requirements: Extensive experience in a formal VIP household as a senior butler.  Management or supervisory experience.
Ability to take control of all areas in the absence of the palace manager.

Working with a family of 6 and a staff of around 20 people, the successful candidate will be responsible for all interior departments and ensure that the household runs without disruption.

Prepare and manage rotas for staff in housekeeping, F&B service, laundry and also miscellaneous personal staff (nannies, therapists etc.)   

Training, mentoring and supervising staff so that they achieve the highest levels of performance.   

Researching appropriate products for the household, ordering/shopping for personal items for principal as necessary and otherwise directing purchasers appropriately.

Arranging regular maintenance, deep cleaning and inventories at appropriate times so that the family's living arrangements are not disturbed.

Maintaining records and performing administrative duties as needed.

Excellent negotiable salary which is tax free at source.  Accommodation, car and private medical insurance provided.  Flexible 6-day working week (HU3864)

HEAD CHAUFFEUR/FLEET MANAGER
KENSINGTON, LONDON W8.
Essential Requirements – Clean UK Driving Licence. Previous UHNW Private family driving experience. High end luxury car Central London driving & multiple car fleet Management Experience. Flexible and adaptable, discreet and immaculate personal presentation. Ideally with Ex Forces /Security background.

We are seeking an experienced Chauffeur/Fleet Manager, (ideally with a security background,) to drive a VIP Principal and care of some luxury vehicles, together with several smaller cars kept at the residence.

This is a part-residence household, where normal working hours are from 9.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday, however, flexibility is essential when the family are in residence for between 3 to 4 months annually.

An ability to deal with the quieter, routine times and then step up to longer hours is required.
You should ideally have a security background and this role would suit ex-Forces candidates.
However, this is NOT an essential requirement.

Experience in dealing with fleet management issues, always keeping the vehicles immaculate and arranging for routine fluid checks to be carried out.
You should have an excellent knowledge of Central London and be able to get the principal to function and events in a timely and efficient manner.

This role requires a person with previous high level/VIP chauffeuring experience, immaculate presentation, and superb manner.

Salary in the region of £45,000 per annum. (HU3893)

HEAD OF INTERIOR - BUTLER / CHIEF STEWARD – MULTILINGUAL 71M NEW BUILD YACHT
Worldwide
Essential Skills: Previous private yacht experience, expert butler and valeting skills, team management skills, organised, flexible.

A permanent position on board a 71 metre privately owned yacht for a multilingual Chief Steward/Butler/ Head of Interior. The yacht is currently in sea-trial stage.

Cruising is currently planned for the Mediterranean during 2022 and the Caribbean during 2022/2023. Thereafter, cruising schedules are to be arranged. The yacht will be able to accommodate 12 guests, including the Owners and their family.

The Owner has an exceptional global reputation and expects a very high standard of service at all times. The-best-of-the best. He is seeking a long-term professional relationship and is known to expect complete dedication and commitment.

We therefore seek an experienced person with expert skills in all butler and valeting duties. Formal butler training and a strong grasp of Mediterranean languages are preferred. The candidate will be knowledgeable in etiquette and protocol and have experience in the delivery of a discreet, confidential and unobtrusive service.

The yacht will house a collection of fine art, antiques and objects d’art and it is therefore imperative that the successful candidate be fully conversant in the care of these artefacts, fine silver, crystal, china, cigars and wine.
Our Captain is highly thought of in the yachting industry and will be bringing with him to the vessel an established team with which he has worked successfully for up to 15 years. The successful candidate will need to integrate seamlessly with the team on board.

As the head of Interior the candidate will have exceptional organisational and team management skills while also being able to assist the Captain and Chief Officer with some Purser related duties which will include cash and credit card accounts, crew administration and logistics, the maintenance of budgets, inventories, stock control records and provisioning.

The successful candidate will be a cooperative team player, somebody who is able to train junior staff and who takes pleasure in teaching by example with professionalism so that crew members with lesser skills can, with the correct assistance and encouragement, come to the forefront and shine. A team orientated mind set, cooperative nature and a positive ‘can do’ attitude are a must.

Compliance with a team structure and the Captain’s command, together with an ability to cooperate and complement the Head Chef and other department heads is fundamental, as is an ability to work harmoniously alongside all other crew members.
Absolutely top negotiable salary package depending on experience. Rotational role is a possibility. (HU3779) Start ASAP.

HOUSE MANAGER
VIP RESIDENCE
Doha, Qatar

Essential requirements: 

• Experience in a large household or hotel with responsibility for maintenance. Able to schedule and track PPM to ensure that no area is neglected.  
• Able to manage a maintenance team, bringing in specialist contractors when required.
• Experience of budgeting reporting to principals

Overseeing the smooth running of the existing property whilst also assisting with the planning of a new property anticipated to be ready in approximately 12 months.

Managing maintenance workers, drivers and gardeners but also having overall responsibility for departments directly managed by other staff.

Working in a team of approximately 30 staff, you will have excellent leadership skills and operate at the highest levels. 

Able to keep accurate and complete records of all household activities, including submission of accounts and requests for funding.  

Experience in a VIP Middle Eastern household is strongly preferred.

Excellent negotiable salary which is tax free at source.  Accommodation, car and private medical insurance.   Flexible 6-day week (HU3863)

HOUSEHOLD MANAGER -LIVE OUT
Part residence property.
KENSINGTON - LONDON W8
Essential Requirements – Previous UHNW Household experience. Proven staff management skills.
Strong front of house and service skills. Good communication skills. Immaculate presentation. Flexible and adaptable to work longer hours when the principal is in residence.

We are seeking a live out Household Manager with excellent administration, front of house and service skills and the ability to work closely alongside some very long-term employees, gaining knowledge in the running of this large VIP residence, setting up manuals, procedures, creating staff working descriptions and appraisals, keeping inventory and stock control records and suchlike.

As the Principal will not be in residence for more than 3 to 4 months of the year, flexibility when the family is in residence is needed, though normal working hours are 9.30am-5.30pm Monday to Friday.

When the Principal is not in residence, you will also be required to oversee the care of 2 or 3 other London residences.
Occasional formal and informal events may take place within the grounds of the residence, and you should be able to organise, plan and execute these to ensure the smooth running of the function.

All household technical care is dealt with by personnel in the Family Office, based in Mayfair.
Flair, elegance, and an eye for detail required for this lovely position which is being newly created.

Also, the ability to get along with 4 or 5 other staff members, assisting, training, and guiding as required.

Salary in the region of £60,000 to £70,000 Gross per annum. (HU3892)

JUNIOR BUTLER
West Oxfordshire

An excellent opportunity for a junior butler to join a fully staffed property for a prestigious Estate in West Oxfordshire.   

Our client seeks a hands-on, flexible and proactive candidate for this role.   Drivers’ License is essential, as is the ability to harmoniously integrate with travelling household team. 

Duties will include

• Front of house; meeting and greeting guests
• Food and beverage service
• Caring for silver cutlery, banqueting silver and silver ornaments
• Assisting with stock, inventory and wine cellar management
• Valet duties including packing and unpacking, shoe polishing
• Assisting with preparing and stocking of the Shoot Lodge

This is a lovely position with long-term staff.   It is essential that you maintain a positive relationship with the principals and their guests.   Strong communication skills along with flexibility and being a team player are all essential.    

Accommodation provided if required. Driver essential.  Excellent salary. (HU3839)

LIVE IN HOUSEKEEPER WITH SERVICE SKILLS
Working 5 days to include evenings and weekends
10am to 10pm with break during the day
Belgravia SW1
Essential Requirements: Previous high end, formal private house experience. Confident with detailed housekeeping and laundry. Front of house service skills. Child friendly. Good Team player.  

An experienced,(ideally with previous formal household) housekeeper is required to organise and manage this large and busy 5 storey home in Belgravia on a day to day basis. The family of five includes 2 adult children who are in full time employment and a 9yr old daughter. Occasional babysitting may be requested.

A part time cook is employed, but you will be required to prepare and serve breakfast, making fresh fruit platters and serve beverages especially at weekends.

Table setting and service skills are required, as well as ability to meet and greet guests.

Day to day housekeeping duties will include detailed cleaning, washing, and ironing, ideally you will have previous experience with wardrobe management, have excellent standards of laundry and be used to fine and delicate fabrics.

Additional housekeeping support is provided by part time staff who have been with the family for many years.    

A driver is employed who also assists with deliveries, post and errands and cleans outdoor areas.    

Accommodation is available as a separate bedroom, bathroom and kitchenette in the staff quarters. The other staff do-not live in but use the staff room during the day.

Salary Negotiable depending on previous experience, 2 days off per week usually ideally Wednesday and Thursday with an option for occasional Saturday.  ASAP Start (HU3814B)

LIVE OUT COOK / HOUSEKEEPER
ROLE IS SPLIT BETWEEN 2 RESIDENCES LONDON & COTSWOLDS
Residential in Cotswolds Friday -Saturday -Sunday - COOKING DUTIES
Live out in London- Monday & Thursday. HOUSEKEEPER DUTIES
Days off Tuesday & Wednesday 

Essential Criteria: Confident cook for family of 6.  Hands on housekeeper with meticulous eye for detail. Happy friendly personality but professional. Excellent Team player. Flexible to work weekends. Non-Smoker. Child and Dog friendly. Previous private house experience a must.

Family of six incudes 4 children between 9 and 3 yrs. (Nannies employed). The role is split between the families’ main residence in Central London and their weekend country home in the Cotswolds. The family leave London on Friday afternoon and return Sunday evening. During school holidays the family travel and when not in UK you will be able to take a weekend off.

Cooking – Primarily cooking for the family at weekends, this is not a chef position, but a good fresh family cook, who will prepare flavoursome dishes of international cuisine, try new recipes and cook using fresh produce. You will prepare breakfast, lunch and dinner at the country house.

• Cooking family meals to high standards, flavourful, carbs free.
• Menu planning
• Ordering and purchasing food
• Total care of the kitchen

Housekeeping – London residence 2 days per week.

• All housekeeping duties to a high standard
• Washing & Ironing
• Team player to work with other staff in both residences.

SALARY IN THE REGION OF £900 NET PER WEEK DEPENING ON EXPERIENCE (12 HR DAY – 5 DAYS PER WEEK).

Self-contained accommodation provided at the Country House. 2 days off per week Tuesday and Wednesday. Driver not essential.  (HU3866)

Temp – Perm
LIVE – OUT TRAVELLING BUTLER
Marylebone, London
Essential Requirements: Previous VIP/HNW Private House Experience, Flexible to Travel

An experienced butler is required to join a large residence in Marylebone, working primarily for a male VIP principal. The principal is based in London primarily but travels internationally frequently, so you will be required to travel with him from time to time. The house is fully staffed with Housekeepers, Nannies, Drivers, etc. so a good team player is essential.  Must be discrete, flexible, and professional with the highest standards of service. 

Duties include:

• Front of house food and drink service
• Laying the table when entertaining, must be experienced with silver service
• Preparing light snacks
• Valeting / personal care duties: laying out clothing for the male principal, assisting with dressing, polishing shoes, packing and unpacking for travel
• Working alongside the Head Housekeeper to ensure the kitchen is always full stocked with appropriate food and drink for the family
• Caring for Silver and China
• Additional ad hoc duties as required

Negotiable salary based on experience.  (HU3714)

OPERATIONS MANAGER
South of France & Ski Chalet

We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to manage all administrative and operational activities for two residences.   Experience in high-level households with family offices is required.  We seek a candidate who likes a challenge and is able to deal with very demanding employers.   The Operations Manager will work under the Director of the Family Office, which is based outside of France, so a large amount of autonomy will be demanded, always keeping into account the extensive reporting that will be required.  

Duties

• Administrative management of both residences’
• Overseeing the implementation of all work procedures in both operational and administrative departments
• Close cooperation with all members of staff
• Strong reporting with an emphasis on financial control and efficiency of operations
• Verification and management of budgets – payroll, daily & operational purchases, private purchases employer, exceptional purchases
• Adherence to the domestic culture and translating this in the managing, hiring and firing of all staff members in the French residences
• Managing a staff of 30
• Adherence to the law and pro-actively assuring all necessary paperwork, administrative and legal, is always up to date

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of experience as an Operations Manager, or similar position, in a private household
• Sufficient confidence to find the right solutions in difficult situations and get the work done in the best interest of the employer
• Strong managerial skills: time, people, operations and administration
• Well-developed inter-cultural communication skills
• Minimum language requirements: English and French, knowledge of Russian is a plus, but not a requirement

This will be a fulltime contract after a 3-month trial period.   5-day working week.   Negotiable salary based on experience.   Must have excellent references.   This is a live-out role.   (HU3823)  ON HOLD

PERSONAL ASSISTANT
South of France
Essential Requirements:  Must be Able to Work from Home, Fluent English, French and Russian, Previous Private House Experience 

A professional and experienced Personal Assistant is required for a private family based in the South of France. You must be able to work from home in this position.  

This is a lovely role that will suit a candidate who has a flexible approach and a “can-do” attitude.  You will be required to act as the first point of contact; dealing with incoming emails, phone calls and post, you will manage extensive diaries; scheduling meetings and appointments, you will also be responsible for making international travel arrangements including organising visa’s, transport and accommodation. 

Additional duties will include facilitating events and conferences, compiling reports, managing expenses, maintaining procedures, and effectively liaising with staff, suppliers, and clients. 

It is essential that you have previous experience in a similar Personal Assistant role.  Excellent computer skills along with strong organizational skills required.  5 day working week with flexibility.  Negotiable salary.  ON HOLD (HU3484) 

PERSONAL ASSISTANT
Chigwell, Essex
Essential Requirements: Previous Private House Experience, Drivers Licence, Flexibility to Travel

We seek a highly professional and experienced Personal Assistant to work alongside, support and shadow the Estate/House Manager for a property based in Chigwell.  This is a full-time position that will require a candidate who is switched on, flexible and self-sufficient.     

The role will include diary management, ensuring appointments are scheduled, ordering and provisioning, various administrative tasks including monitoring correspondence and inventory, ensuring tasks are completed on schedule, budgeting, etc.   

It is essential that you are extremely organised with strong communication skills.  You should have the ability to multitask and prioritise duties.  You will be responsible for covering for the House Manager on their day off, thus previous private house experience is required.    

5-day working week, with flexibility.  There will also be occasional travel with this role; generally, a few times per year.  In addition, candidates with wardrobe management skills would be a plus.    

Good computer skills required.  Drivers licence essential.  The role will initially be working remotely but will transition into an office-based role within the property eventually.     

Salary negotiable based on experience, circa £45,000-£50,000.   Previous private house experience essential. (HU3659)

PERSONAL ASSISTANT (Fluent English, French and Russian required)
Monaco with travel
Live out  

An experienced Personal Assistant is required to provide support for a private family based in Monaco.   The role will require you to share time between the office in Monaco and travel with the employer. The Personal Assistant will be required to manage the agenda of the employer along with all requests that arise.   Experience with HNWI is required.   Candidates must be able to deal with demanding requests and must also have the ability to easily multitask while providing effective communication to different parties simultaneously.   The Personal Assistant will work under the director of the family office, which is based outside of France.  

Duties

• Scheduling any appointments and managing the complete agenda of the employer
• Fulfilling all and any request for the very demanding employer
• Create a database of trusted or privileged contacts in shops, companies, hotels, etc. in various locations in order to facilitate the work and build in a safety net in case of absence of the PA
• Travel to locations before the arrival of the employer, accompany the employer during travels
• Translations of conversations and documents (French or English to Russian and vice-versa)

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a personal assistant for a HNWI
• Very strong communication skills in different languages and with different types of people in a short timespan
• Strong organisational skills
• Calm personality with the ability to withstand moments of stress and high-pace situations
• A high-energy mentality to get things done in time
• Minimum language requirements: English, French and Russian

This role will be on a fulltime contract after a 3-month trial period.  5-day working week, although there will be an on-call clause in the contract.   Salary negotiable based on experience.   Must have excellent references.  Live out.  (HU3824)  ON HOLD

PERSONAL ASSISTANT / SECRETARY
Knightsbridge, London

An experienced office-based personal assistant / secretary is required for our client based in Knightsbridge.

Candidates must have previous experience working in a similar role.   

Duties will include:

• Office management

• Calendar / diary management

• Booking meetings and conference rooms

• Organising office supplies

• Liaising with business contacts

• Monitoring and responding to emails, calls and post

Candidate should have strong technical skills and the ability to prioritise and multi-task.  

Good organisational skills along with strong communication skills are essential.   

This is a full-time position working Monday-Friday from 9am-6pm.   Salary negotiable based on experience. (HU3886)

PRIVATE CHEF
Central London 

Executive level chef required.  Outstanding presentation and production of healthy dishes, such as fresh fish, Sushi, sashimi, superfood salads, grilled protein, healthy balance with some gourmet meals from time to time. Happy to work in a household with children present and willing to cook for the kids as needed. On occasion larger dinners hosted at the house. 

Professional manner, immaculate in your own presentation, easy going and calm.  Able to keep the kitchen and equipment within clean and well organised.  Provisioning, menu planning and budget control.

Private household based in Mayfair, Cooking for Principal, his wife and 4 small children including a new-born.  An informal style of superb quality dishes required, using fresh and seasonal produce. An experienced chef with great presentation is essential.  

Based on a 5-day week, some weekends and evening functions required. 

You should have superb references. 

Excellent negotiable salary for the right chef. (HU3841)

PRIVATE CHEF OF ITALIAN CUISINE
Gstaad and Saint – Jean – Cap- Ferrat
Fluent German Speaker Essential

Wonderful position for an immaculately groomed, specialist Italian chef, with outstanding presentation and Nouvelle cuisine sized portions, to cook for an elegant, mature German lady, with homes in Gstaad and Saint Jean Cap Ferrat; approximately 6 months spent in each residence.

The lady is a VVIP with an exquisite palate and entertains at the very highest level on a small scale.

Chef must present in immaculate whites daily and keep his or her kitchen and equipment spotlessly clean. 

Absolutely TOP salary for a chef who is Classically Italian Trained/Experienced at the highest level.

Previous private residence experience preferred and excellent references.  Superb single accommodation on offer. Top Salary. (HU3498)

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OUR CO-AGENT - SHE'S IN SWITZERLAND

RESIDENTIAL ASSISTANT MANAGEMENT COUPLE
(With previous YACHTING background)
Exuma Islands - Bahamas
Essential Requirements: Staff Management Experience, Strong Attention to Detail. Ability to enjoy an Island lifestyle. Good team players, working as part of the management team  

New position for a Couple who work well together to assist the current managers to run a 32-acre estate in the Exuma Island Chain of the Bahamas. This is a formal household. 

Proven experience is required as below.

1. Strong background in Yachting & Management
2. Strong background in fine dining service
3. Strong background in engineering and facilities management
4. Strong background in accounting, ordering, scheduling, management of 10-20 staff

Duties will include:

1. Engineering (contractors and a 1^st and 2^nd Engineer on Rotation, but the island Managers should know how to or how to facilitate a quick repair.)
   1. Manage the Kohler Generator Plant
   2. Water Maker Plant management
   3. Service/maintain jet skis and 3 boats
   4. Golf Cart Repairs
   5. Mechanical/Plumbing/Appliance Repairs and maintenance
   6. Ordering of spare parts to maintain repairs inventory
   7. Inventories of equipment
   8. Irrigation and fire systems
2. Management of:
   1. Repair/maintenance schedules
   2. Landscaping
   3. Current Island Staff
   4. Housekeeping/Laundry staff
   5. Staffing for owner visits
   6. Scheduling Weekly food and mailboats
   7. Coordinating weekly staff schedules and vacation schedules
   8. Coordinating temporary staff schedules when the owner is on the island
   9. Coordinating work permits for temporary staff with our lawyers and expediters in Nassau.
   10. Weekly Payroll
   11. Petty Cash Funds and Company Credit Card accounting.

We seek flexible and discrete candidates with previous experience for this role.  You should have strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to effectively prioritise and multitask.  

Salary in the region of $300,000 gross per annum, health insurance allowance will be paid. Accommodation on the estate will be provided, flights, work permits will also be paid for by the employers. (No dependant children) This is a rotation position of 2 months on and 1 month off working in rotation with the current management couple. (HU3860)

RESIDENTIAL DOMESTIC COUPLE
HOUSEKEEPER-FAMILY COOK-DRIVER-MAINTENANCE & HANDYPERSON
London, W2
Essential Requirements: Previous experience working in a private residence.
Hands on couple who work well together. Good communication skills, driving licence and being self-motivated is a must.

New position for large private residence close to Hyde Park. The vacancy requires a flexible hands-on housekeeping couple to maintain and care for this beautiful home.

Duties will include all aspects of housekeeping, cleaning to a high standard, washing, ironing, wardrobe management, arranging flowers, running errands & shopping.

Ability to prepare breakfasts and cook light fresh healthy meals when required.

One of the couple must drive and be confident driving in London, there will be some driving duties for the principals and also airport runs. You will care for the cars and be proactive in their maintenance.

You will also be responsible for liaising with external contractors and general day to day maintenance of the property. Running errands, dealing with food shopping, provisioning and ensuring the residence runs smoothly.

Hours are longer when the owners are in residence, you will need to manage your own time, plan ahead and be well organised.

You will report daily to the property manager, so a good level of English and basic computer skills a must. Tagalog speakers very welcome.

Salary Negotiable depending on experience. Own suite of rooms provided. 2 days off per week with flexibility to work longer days and take time back when the principals are away. Good communication skills and good team players essential Sorry no pets or dependants. (HU3844)

RESIDENTIAL DOMESTIC COUPLE
Nr Stowmarket, Suffolk
Essential Requirements: Previous Private House Experience Required. Drivers Licence. Team Players reporting to the Estate Manager and Head Housekeeper.

HANDS ON ASSISTANT ESTATE MANAGER & HOUSEKEEPER
Position in a rural village South of Stowmarket. The estate is newly refurbished and requires an experienced domestic couple to maintain and manage the house and grounds to a very high standard. The owners are a mature couple – semi retired with no children. Most of the time only the principals will be in residence, but occasional guests will stay (on average once per month).

The main house is a Grade 2 listed -8-bedroom former rectory, with 2 guest cottages on site, an outdoor pool and tennis court in approx. 50 acres of paddocks, lawns, and formal gardens.
Whilst duties are separate the couple must work well together and have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in similar roles.

The housekeeper will be responsible for the day-to-day housekeeping of the main house with servicing of the cottages when required. You will need to supervise ad-hoc cleaners as needed. Your duties will include cleaning, bed changing, laundry, ironing, shoe cleaning, arrange dry cleaning, take deliveries, messages and oversee internal tradesmen. You should enjoy displaying cut flowers, working with the gardener to ensure good use of available flowers. You will need to arrange pantry and household supplies (principally online). Cooking is not essential to the role, but some prep/assistance may be required occasionally. Caterers will be available for any entertaining, but you will need to oversee this and assist with dinner parties and other events.

The Assistant Estate Manager will be responsible for the overall security and day to day running of the estate. You should have a practical background with good hands-on maintenance skills and be capable of property maintenance and hard landscaping. Ideally with previous qualifications of a trade or with gardening knowledge and experience.
You will be required to clean and look after the cars and garden machinery, undertaking and arranging servicing, repairs etc. You will in liaison with the Estate Manager arrange external services i.e., window, pool, tennis court cleaning, maintain a stock of logs, lay fires, and fill log baskets, monitor oil and re-order, and manage domestic finances, place orders, and pay bills. You will manage and work with all staff on the estate (housekeeping and gardening) and any external contractors. Gardening experience will therefore be necessary. Experience of overseeing building projects would be an advantage. There will be some occasional driving duties for the principals to and from airport- station pickups, restaurants etc.

SALARY IN THE REGION OF £65-70,000 GROSS PER ANNUM DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE.
2 DAYS OFF PER WEEK WITH ALTERNATE WEEKENDS - USE OF FURNISHED SEPARATE HIGH QUALITY 2 BED ACCOMODATION WITH UTILITIES PAID. NO DEPENDANT CHILDREN OR PETS AND STRICTLY NON-SMOKERS. BOTH MUST DRIVE. (HU3309)

ALRESFORD – HAMPSHIRE
RESIDENTIAL DOMESTIC COUPLE
DRIVER-HOUSEKEEPER-HOUSEMAN –STEWARD (average 48-50 hrs per week).
Monday 8.00-16.30
Tuesday 8.00-16.30
Friday 10.30 – 21.30
Saturday 13:00- 22:30
Sunday 13:00- 21:00
Experienced, full-time, live in domestic team of 2, required to partner with the existing long term domestic couple and work with other household team members including a House Manager, Chef, Nanny and 4 gardeners. The family consists of 2 principals, and they have 4 children between 9 and 16 and a small dog. The property is used for weekends, holidays and during the Christmas period. You should be child and dog friendly

Between the 2 of you, the following responsibilities would be shared:
Heavy housekeeping such as changing lightbulbs, changing plugs and cleaning external windows.
Cleaning outside areas/furniture
Household maintenance/handy person duties.
Serving the family both informal and formal dinners on occasion.
Driving the principals when required.
Cleaning and assisting with a special collection of cars (Vintage and supercars)
Assisting the house manager with overseeing the contractors.
Daily housekeeping to include cleaning, washing, laundry and ironing to a high standard. Wardrobe management.
Maintaining inventories and stock levels for housekeeping supplies.
Assisting the chef washing up, preparing light snacks, beverages, juices and smoothies.
Ad hoc tasks and errands as required.
Willing to learn and be trained. This is a position for 2 people that will work well in a small team, and who both take pride in their work. You will both be hardworking, like to produce results, be hands on with a good eye for detail, diligent and reliable. Able to follow instructions and use your initiative.

A good level of both written and spoken English is essential, one of you must be a very confident driver and ideally one of you should be tech savvy too. DBS checks will be required.

Accommodation: Newly refurbished separate 1 bedroom split level accommodation away from the main house.
Salary: TOP END - Days off Wednesday & Thursday. Driver with own car essential, sorry no pets or dependents. Fluent English written and spoken and basic IT Skills required. Uniformed position – chino’s and polo shirt. (HU3371)

RESIDENTIAL DOMESTIC COUPLE
(Open to single applications)
Housekeeper
Maintenance Groundsman/Handyperson/Security
RURAL HAMPSHIRE, NR Basingstoke.
Essential Requirements: Previous experience working in a domestic environment. Clean driving licence. Flexible. Strictly Non-smoker.

Family of four which includes 2 teenage children at boarding school/University, currently using this property as a permanent residence, in the long term it will revert back to being their weekend home.

The position requires a flexible couple who can demonstrate self-sufficiency and autonomy.

The house has eight bedrooms and six bathrooms and is completely refurbished and easy to keep immaculate. The housekeeper should have an eye for detail, be able to provision and manage the household and undertake the day-to-day housekeeping duties.

Between you, you will also manage external contractors, deal with suppliers, deal with household expenses and ideally have basic computer skills.

You may be asked to assist the principal with food preparation and possibly some light cooking, but this is not essential. Any entertaining will be for family and friends and on a casual basis.

Partner to care for swimming pool and be able to tend the terraces, patio and undertake any maintenance duties around the property. You will need to lay and tend fires, manage the heating system and deal with any indoor maintenance as required.

There are large areas of lawns and at least 2 days per week will be spent cutting grass in the summer and 2 days dealing with leaves etc during winter months. Previous experience of using a chain saw and large pieces of garden equipment is essential. Contract gardeners are also employed.

Security of the property will therefore be part of the role. Ideally the couple should have their own hobbies and interests as this vacancy does not always allow for 2 people to keep busy for the whole week.

Salary Negotiable depending on experience.  Lovely one bedroom (large) self-contained accommodation, two days off per week and use of a car.  Sorry no dependent children or pets. (HU1538)

RESIDENTIAL HOUSEKEEPER
The TYROL -AUSTRIA
Essential Requirements: Previous housekeeping experience. Driver, Fluent English essential and Conversational German a plus. Team player, friendly but professional manner, willingness to learn new skills.

RESIDENTIAL HOUSEKEEPER

New position for a young professional couple who require a housekeeper to join a small team with the care of a family home in a rural location nr Kitzbuhel.
The principals are looking for a long-term housekeeper to join this small friendly team. This vacancy is a great opportunity for the housekeeper to develop new skills and be part of a forward thinking and new household. Previous private house experience is not essential, a background working in a quality hotel will be accepted.

The housekeeper will have experience in the day-to-day housekeeping of a family home, which will include household cleaning, making beds, changing linens, laundry and co-ordinating and scheduling servicing contractors and suppliers.

You will be required to provision and keep the residence well stocked with supplies, run errands, and ensure that linens, writing supplies, bathroom items etc are all replenished. You should have experience with or be willing to train in the care of delicates and fine fabrics.

A House Manager, chef and butler/housekeeper are all employed, so essential that you are a flexible team player.

The principals travel frequently. When they are in residence you will work 6 days per week, with one day off, when they travel you will work 5 half days and have 2 full days off each week.

Starting salary 2,000 Euros NET per month. Full board provided in a shared 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom staff house with it’s own garden approx. 15 mins drive from the main residence. The butler and another housekeeper share this.
Driver essential and car provided. DBS Check and excellent written references essential (HU3812)

RESIDENTIAL HOUSEKEEPER / COOK
Zurich, Switzerland
Essential Requirements:   Previous Private House Experience, Driver, Fluent English and Conversational German, Pet Friendly

RESIDENTIAL HOUSEKEEPER / COOK
Monday to Friday with flexibility to cover occasional weekends

New position for a young professional couple who require an experienced housekeeper to care for the family villa approximately 10 mins drive from Zurich City.

The housekeeper will have sole responsibility for the day-to-day housekeeping of this family home which will include all household cleaning, making beds, changing linens, laundry and co-ordinating and scheduling servicing contractors and suppliers.

You will be required to provision and keep the residence well stocked with supplies, run errands, and ensure that linens, writing supplies, bathroom items etc are all replenished.  You should have experience with delicates and fine fabrics and ideally wardrobe management skills with couture clothing experience.

Fresh healthy cooking is required and ideally previous experience of table service.

A gardener is also employed, any assistance in the gardens would be welcomed as time allows.

You should be pet friendly and willing to assist with feeding the chickens, in the future the family may acquire a dog.

The principals are looking for a long-term housekeeper with a minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a private residence. The working week is Monday to Friday, 42 hrs per week, but with flexibility for occasional extra duties if there are guests. Overtime hours will be paid.

Occasionally you may be asked to travel to additional properties in Switzerland and Europe.

Salary negotiable depending on experience, fluent English and conversational German.
New build one bedroom apartment will be provided. Driver essential.
DBS Check and excellent written references essential (HU3622)

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OUR CO-AGENT - SHE'S IN SWITZERLAND

SENIOR FLORIST
Bahrain

Our VVIP client requires an experienced senior florist with significant artistic flair to provide a complete floristry service for a number of extremely prestigious properties. This is a new position and so there a degree of flexibility in terms of what we will expect from applicants, beyond the ability to manage a small team producing both traditional and modern arrangements and displays of all types and sizes.

Apart from the ability to provide regularly changing arrangements for specific areas, we would be interested in hearing from florists with the ability to create large displays for events, perhaps including venue styling.

Extensive knowledge and experience will be required, preferably including training experience, and the knowledge required to order flowers directly from international suppliers will be advantageous, although not essential.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled person who wishes to enter a very different arena and make a mark.

An excellent, negotiable salary will be paid, tax free at source, and accommodation and transportation will be provided, together with medical insurance and a return flight home once a year. (HU3883)

SENIOR HOUSEKEEPER WITH SERVICE SKILLS
Live in or Live out
Belgravia SW1
Essential Requirements: Previous high end private house experience. Confident with detailed housekeeping and laundry. Front of house service skills. Child friendly. Good Team player.

Newly created position for an experienced private household housekeeper to run and manage this large 5 storey home in Belgravia. A residential housekeeper is also employed who has been with the family long term. The family of five includes 2 adult children who are in full time employment and a 9yr old daughter who requires supervision and direction. Occasional babysitting may be requested if the residential housekeeper is off.

A part time cook is employed, but you will be required to prepare and serve breakfast, making fresh fruit platters, smoothies, eggs, pancakes etc. The cook often leaves dishes for later in the day, but you will need to reheat them.

Table setting and service skills are required, as well as ability to meet and greet guests.

Day to day housekeeping duties will be split between you and the housekeeper, ideally you will have previous experience with wardrobe management, have excellent standards of laundry and be used to fine and delicate fabrics.

A driver is employed who also assists with deliveries, post and errands and cleans outdoor areas.

Depending on the individual needs of the candidate, accommodation is available as a separate bedroom and bathroom in the staff quarters.

Alternatively live out will be considered for a flexible, experienced, and skilled person.

Salary Negotiable depending on previous experience, 1.5 /2 days off per week but some weekend working will be required. ASAP Start (HU3814)

TRAVELLING BUTLER / VALET
CARIBBEAN / USA - NOVEMBER to APRIL
IRELAND & OTHER EUROPEAN LOCATIONS – MAY to OCTOBER
Essential Requirements: Previous Long-term Private House Experience, Drivers License, Good Technical Skills, Flexibility to Travel

This is a wonderful role for a butler / valet to join a happy team providing first class table, F&B service and front of house skills and know how to take care of a cellar, fine glassware, china and objects d’art.
Candidates must have a superb personality and the ability to get on with existing members of long-term Staff. You will ideally have formal house experience and/or a butler training diploma.
This is not a management position, but for a butler with a totally hands-on approach and who has a great eye for detail, whilst at the same time being a team player and one who has a warm and friendly manner.

You will need to be technically minded and able to deal with high-tech systems including iPad’s, computers, smart phones, sophisticated phones, Sky boxes, Sling box and general computer systems etc. Ideally you will have a passion for these things and an in-depth knowledge of all functions and addition benefits of highly automated homes.

The vacancy includes travel from early November through May, where you will be employed in the owners’ other home in the Caribbean and Florida. There will also be additional travel to Europe, so freedom to travel is essential.

Full staff, all very long-term are employed in both households by these charming clients.

Candidates are required to be completely computer-literate, have a clean current driving license and a long-term work record in a similar role with excellent references is essential.

Salary 50-60,000 Euros Gross per annum (based on experience) together with accommodation. Team rota of working covering 2 shifts 06.30am to 3pm and 3pm to close of house. Start date ASAP (HU2091)