44 jobs available:

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT / DOG WALKER
LONDON
6-12 month contract
Essential Requirements: Strong administrative and organisational skills, dog lover, inventory and stock management

A new position for an experienced administrative assistant who is looking for a varied position. This position will suit a candidate who has previously worked in a private house and someone who is happy to be involved with a variety of duties that will include:

• Walking and feeding the chairman’s dogs 2 x per day
• Ordering and picking up the Chairmans lunch-daily
• Checking stock at the company flat-daily
• Setting up the company flat for the chairman’s arrival-Mon/Tues
• Purchasing supplies and stock for the chairman (clothing, toiletries, dog food, food, wine)
• Taking the Chairman’s dogs to hydrotherapy-weekly
• Updating birthdays in prequel with new starters/leavers-weekly
• Assisting with admin for the CEO office
• Assist with preparation for private dining
• Daily deliverable email reminders for staff
• Local travel arrangements
• Guest registration for building

Candidates should be self-motivated with initiative. Organisation, attention to detail and the ability to multitask is essential. Full time position, working M-F 9am-6pm with flexibility. Immediate start.
Negotiable salary based on experience. (HU4045)

BUTLER
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA
Essential Requirements: Previous private house experience, strong F&B skills, managements skills, front of house.

An experienced Butler is required for a formal residence in Riyadh. The successful applicant will be experienced with providing both formal and semi-formal food and beverage service for the family and their guests.

You will need to have a strong understanding of household management and food and beverage service. You have a ‘do what it takes attitude’ and have a calm and collected approach when things don't go as planned. You are comfortable both in leadership roles and working within a team, always a polished ambassador for the family.

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Formal and semi-formal table setting, food and beverage service to Principals and guests
• Event planning and facilitation
• Greeting of guests and visitors, answering telephone, and taking messages, general mail and correspondence
• Management of household inventories and implementation of organizational strategies
• Care of the butler pantry including China, crystal and silver
• Ensure all household mechanical systems, HVAC, plumbing, equipment and fixtures are in good working order
• Schedule and supervise trades and contractors
• Monitor household budgets and costs for trades and vendors
• Assist with the ordering and purchasing of household inventories
• Ensure household security protocols are followed
• Occasional meal preparation as required
• Occasional pet care responsibilities as required
• Occasional driving family members as required

Applicant Qualities:

• Be a self-starter with an anticipatory, service-oriented disposition
• Must possess excellent time management skills, be punctual, courteous, possess keen attention to detail and follow through on all tasks and projects assigned
• Must possess a strong work ethic and understand invisible service
• Must be a team player able to motivate and work with staff to ensure a positive outcome
• Must have a sense and respect of boundaries, exercise diplomacy, discretion and confidentiality
• A driver's license and clean driving record is required

This position is full-time, live-in and you will report to the senior Travelling Butler. There is occasional travel required to a property in Dubai. Negotiable salary based on experience. (HU3959)

DAILY BUTLER
SOUTH OF FRANCE
Essential Requirements: Fluent English and French, previous private house experience, front of house, wardrobe management.

An experienced daily butler is required for a private family of five based in the South of France.

You will be joining an established team of staff, so it is essential that you are a team player.

We require a candidate with previous private house experience who can multi-task and prioritise duties.

This will be a varied role that will require you to work as a butler and to assist with some personal assistant duties.

Responsibilities will include:

• Full F&B service
• Front of house, meeting and greeting guests
• Wardrobe management
• Inventory and stock management
• Care for Silver, China, Crystal, Art, etc
• Table settings / floral arranging
• Assisting with administrative duties which will include phone calls, managing documents, inventory, etc

Candidates must have strong communication skills and be highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.

5-day working week with flexibility to work 6 days on occasion. Immediate start. Negotiable salary based on experience. (HU3947)

DAILY PRIVATE CHEF
KNIGHTSBRIDGE, LONDON
PART-TIME: MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY
Essential Requirements: Previous private house experience, ability to travel, flexible and organised, attention to detail.

Daily private chef required for a family of four with two young children based in Knightsbridge on a part-time basis with occasional travel. The chef will be required to prepare daily meals (lunch and dinner), three times a week, Monday, Wednesday, Friday with flexibility and occasional dinner parties.

Our client maintains a very healthy and nutritious diet and is thus looking for a chef that can provide healthy options, using the finest ingredients. You will be responsible for the household shopping, provisioning, and inventory. As this role is part time, you will be required to prepare meals in advance for the days you are not there.

We require an organised, creative and passionate chef for this position. The travel is occasional and will include time spent at the family’s country estate in Oxfordshire during school holidays, summer (July/August) in the South of France and the USA.

We are looking for a flexible and friendly candidate with a “can-do” attitude. Previous private house experience is essential. Working hours 9am-4pm. Salary negotiable. (HU2844) (ON HOLD)

DAILY HOUSE MANAGER
SOUTH OF FRANCE
Essential Requirements: Fluent French and English, previous private house experience, administrative and leadership skills, great attention to detail, previous 5* hotel experience would be a bonus.

A highly experienced daily house manager is required to oversee and manage a large property based in the South of France.

Candidates must have previous private house management experience with strong management and leadership skills as well as a “can-do” attitude and great attention to detail.

This position will require you to ensure the smooth running of day-to-day household operations in an efficient and effective manner.

Responsibilities will include

• Managing the development of the property including the building, gardens, and ground
• Overseeing security procedures
• Act as the first point of contact for clients
• Liaise with suppliers and contractors
• Handle administrative duties including bills, expenses, budgets, staff scheduling, etc
• Oversee and manage an existing team of staff.

It is essential that you have excellent time management and organisational skills. We require a committed and trustworthy candidate to support this UHNW family with their lifestyle.

5-day working week with flexibility. Monday-Friday 7am-7pm. Non-smokers. Driver essential. Negotiable salary based on experience. Immediate start. previous 5* hotel experience would be a bonus. (HU3925)

DAILY HOUSEKEEPER
KENSINGTON, LONDON
40 hours per week - 5days
Essential Requirements: Previous private house housekeeping and laundry experience, flexibility and attention to detail, well presented, team player, dog friendly.

A flexible housekeeper is required for a large formal property in Kensington, this is a part time residence. We are looking for a candidate with previous private house experience who has excellent attention to detail, who is proactive, a team player and flexible. Additional skills in hair, beauty or massage would be an added plus.

• Dusting and polishing furniture and fixtures
• Cleaning and sanitizing toilets, showers, bathtubs, countertops, sinks
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen area
• Making beds and changing linens
• Washing windows
• Vacuuming and cleaning carpets, rugs
• Sweeping, vacuuming and polishing hard floors (marble and wood)
• Sorting, washing, unloading laundry
• Iron clothing
• Controlling housekeeping supplies and inventory
• Steaming 
• Washing blinds
• Tidying up rooms
• Immediately report any repairs or replacements
• Has experience with antiques and valuables 
• Proactive with a strong attention to detail
• Polite and good manners
• Occasionally serve light snacks and beverages.

Salary in the region of £35-40,000 Gross per annum however negotiable based on experience. Simple uniform will be required. 2 days off per week. Average 40 hours per week. Occasional weekend working will be required (HU3724)

DAILY HOUSEKEEPER
CENTRAL LONDON
Essential Requirements: Previous experience working in a 5* Hotel preferred and with additional formal household experience a big plus, team player, flexible to work longer hours when the family are in residence, excellent cleaning and laundry skills.

We are seeking an experienced housekeeper with impeccable skills for a portfolio of formal properties, two of which are based in Kensington and the third in North London. You must be proactive, a hands-on team player with excellent communication and a strong attention to detail.

As the Principal will not be in residence for more than 3 to 4 months of the year, the properties must be maintained in a permanent state of readiness. The Principal will be accompanied by a large culturally diverse team of travelling staff who should be supported by and work seamlessly alongside the housekeeping team. Flexibility when the family is in residence will be required, though normal working hours are 09.00am – 5.00pm Monday to Friday.

Reporting to the Head Housekeeper, your duties will include:

• General housekeeping and deep cleaning including art, antiques, silver and china etc.
• Dusting, vacuuming and polishing fixtures and furnishings
• Cleaning and sanitising bathrooms
• Making beds and changing linen
• Laundry, ironing and steaming of clothing and linen
• Report maintenance issues to Head Housekeeper/House Manager
• Maintain clean and sanitary kitchen and food preparation areas
• Upkeep of laundry facility, materials and inventory

Salary negotiable depending on experience. 2 days off per week but flexibility required when the Principal is in residence. Average 40-45 hours per week. ASAP start. PREVIOUS 5* HOTEL EXPERIENCE A BIG PLUS (HU3983)

DAILY HOUSEKEEPER
WEYBRIDGE SURREY
8AM TO 6PM
Essential Requirements – Previous experience working in a high end private residence. Professional and knowledgeable re cleaning products and special finishes. High attention to detail. Experience with delicate hand washing. Team player, incredibly organised, efficient with good communication skills.

This is a daily role working Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm (you will be entitled to a lunch break). You will be working alongside another housekeeper looking after a three-storey residence which has 6 bedrooms that are all ensuite. There is also a cinema room, games room, pool and bar.

You will be responsible for all areas of housekeeping and laundry. It is essential that you are knowledgeable in regards which cleaning products are required for which surfaces. The house has marble floors. You must be confident to handwash delicate items such as silk and cashmere and many items are sent to the dry cleaners.

Duties will include:
Dusting, hoovering polishing, and keeping all areas tidy and organised.
Laundry including bedlinen. (Laundry for two adults and one toddler)
Changing beds
Keeping bathrooms sanitised.
Cleaning the kitchen and ensuring kitchen cupboards and fridge is kept in order. Checking and disposing of out-of-date items, stocking and checking store cupboards.
Running errands
Once a week the gentleman would like the housekeeper to prepare a very simple evening meal for him.

Although this is a Monday to Friday role on the very rare occasion, they may require a day at the weekend (always with prior notice) if they are entertaining. They are happy to give a day off in lieu or pay extra. Salary £ 50,000 gross per year. ASAP Start (HU4042)

DAILY HOUSEKEEPER / FAMILY COOK (ON HOLD)
MAYFAIR, LONDON, W1
11AM-7PM Monday to Friday
Essential Requirements: Previous private house experience as a housekeeper. Self sufficient well organised person. Confident family cook with ability to follow recipes, to include Middle Eastern dishes.

Newly created vacancy for a sole housekeeper /family cook to take care of a young professional couple and a single level 3 bedroom apartment in Mayfair. Duties will include general housekeeping duties, daily cleaning with great attention to detail, laundry, impeccable ironing and preparing and cooking an evening meal for the 2 principals.

The principals prefer Middle Eastern style dishes, but also enjoy European dishes too. This is not a position for a qualified chef, but a confident cook who likes to try new dishes and recipes.

You will be responsible for household provisioning, grocery shopping, running local household errands and ensuring the apartment runs smoothly.
There are no pets and currently no children, but the principals will plan a family in the near future.

Salary £45-50,000 Gross – weekends off. (HU3987)

DAILY HOUSEKEEPER-COOK
Monday to Friday 9-5pm with flexibility.
EAST SUSSEX
Essential Requirements: Previous private household OR Hotel experience. High attention to detail.
Driver with own car essential. Strong communication skills. Good standard of home cooking.

The Housekeeper’s role is to run the interior of the house + pool house, perform cleaning, laundry and ironing duties along with stocking and restocking all food and consumables needed across the property. The role in general will be under the supervision of the Estate Manager.

Daily duties will encompass cleaning, washing and ironing, maintaining and organising the principal’s suite. Schedules for cleaning and laundry are already in place.

Cooking requirement is simple fresh home cooked dishes, not every day but occasional working lunches with the principal’s business colleagues eg fish pie, pasta, salads, buffet of cold meats, fish, with fresh breads and cheese. The principal prefers organic produce and always cooked from fresh ingredients.

It is essential that you have strong communication skills as you will be working closely with the Estate Manager and also the principal’s executive assistant to ensure requests, deadlines and the principals day-to-day needs are met.
This is a sole housekeeper role which requires a great eye for detail, a forward thinking and energised person who enjoys responsibility.
Permanent position working Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm with flexibility for an occasional evening when required. Salary £40,000 Gross Driver essential (HU4039)

DAILY PRIVATE BUTLER
MONACO WITH TRAVEL
Essential Requirements: Previous private house experience, Fluent Russian with a good level of French and English, excellent service skills, strong communication and organisational skills.

An experienced private butler is required for a private family at their residence in Monaco. You will work alongside the house manager to ensure the smooth running of the household. You will be responsible for food and drink service, front of house, overseeing the housekeepers, and ensuring the workflow of all staff is running smoothly as well as adhering to any requests or tasks from the principal.

You will be working closely with a team of staff so it is essential that you are a team player. You will have a variety of duties including:

• Front of house, meeting and greeting guests, visitors, contractors, etc.
• Ensuring the household standards are consistently met including cleaning, maintenance, F&B service, table setting, laundry operations, etc.
• Care of flowers, plants, flower arrangements, floral decorations, including ordering and purchasing
• Care of the wine cellar
• Care of silver and service materials
• Care of fabrics, furniture and decorations
• Care of special objects, art, antiques, jewellery, etc.
• Care of shoes and accessories
• Ensure all electronic appliances including internet connections, phones, tablets, etc are functioning correctly.
• Manage orders of supplies and stock
• Running errands when required

This is a full-time position, working 5-days per week on a rota with flexibility. The family do spend time in Courchevel thus you must have the flexibility to travel. We require a self-sufficient, hardworking and diligent candidate for this position. Immediate start. Negotiable salary based on experience. (HU3998)

DOMESTIC COUPLE
RURAL HAMPSHIRE
GARDENER – HANDYPERSON – HOUSEKEEPER - FAMILY COOK - DRIVERS
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: Flexible proactive couple with experience working for a busy family.
Genuine Animal and country lovers. Child friendly. Long term, family oriented, team players. BOTH must drive. Willing to work weekends.

Family of 6 are looking for an energetic, proactive, and dedicated couple who have a long term vision for their next role. Candidates must have a flexible and cheerful approach to work, be fond of children and animals and share a genuine love for countryside living.

This is a busy, but very well organised and structured household with four school-age children between 14 & 5 years old (eldest is at boarding school) A long term couple who will share the daily running of their home and gardens in the Meon Valley, Hampshire.

Domestic responsibilities: 

• Cleaning to a high standard throughout the home
• Laundry, ironing and wardrobe management
• Care and cleaning of high-quality furnishings, fine art, and fabrics
• Provisioning and household organisation and management
• Overseeing 3rd parties including window cleaners, plumbers, electricians, dry cleaners, to ensure household is constantly in full working order
• Kitchen support and informal service when the family entertain
• Helping with planning family parties and entertaining
• Occasional food prep and cooking for the children/family 
• Occasional help with the children and babysitting (there is a weekly nanny).
• Occasional school runs, must be a confident driver
• Help with caring for the family’s pets (1 large dog, 2 small dogs, 2 cats, and chickens/sheep/donkeys)
• Pet sit and house-sit when the family are away

Grounds/General Household responsibilities

• Household maintenance and general maintenance work throughout the house and grounds
• Confident grounds/gardening knowledge, duties include maintenance of flowerbeds, lawns, allotments and use of machinery (tractors/mowers etc). There is support from an outside gardener. 
• Looking after cars
• Driving the family (school runs/airport runs)
• Liaising with security providers, service providers and monitoring systems.
• Overseeing 3rd parties including oil tanks, cess pit, car services/MOT
• Pool maintenance alongside contractor
• Machinery maintenance. alongside contractor
• Helping/serving when entertaining 
• Help with caring for the family’s pets (1 large dog, 2 small dogs, 2 cats, and chickens/sheep/donkeys)
• Pet sit and house sit when the family are away

Working week: 5 days inc. weekends (Days off Tuesday & Wednesday with a weekend off every 4- 6 weeks by negotiation).

Accom 2 bed/2 bath cottage with own garden provided next door. All bills included (except Wi-Fi)

SALARY NEGOTIABLE DEPENDING ON PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE ASAP Start. (HU3938)

DOMESTIC COUPLE
RURAL SOUTH OXFORDSHIRE
COOK – HOUSEKEEPER – GARDENER - MAINTENANCE PERSON - DRIVER
Essential Requirements: Good communication skills, clean driving licence. Flexible, self starters, team players. Ability to deal with external contractors, engineers, deliveries, pet feeding and security checks. Passionate cook to dinner party standard.

Professional couple with 6 grown up children, 3 cats and 4 chickens, currently require an experienced domestic couple to join the team caring for this large country manor house in 11 acres of both formal and informal gardens and woodland. There is also a 3 bedroom guest cottage, garden office and builders on site currently renovating additional outbuildings.
The youngest child will shortly leave school and go on a gap year, 2 are at University and the elder ones live independently. The principals hope to travel a lot more and hence the couple will need to take responsibility for the property in their absence. The family also have an apartment in London and a holiday home in Cornwall.

Housekeeper should be experienced, with excellent cleaning and laundry skills, have an eye for detail and have experience with caring for Antiques, fine fabrics, artwork and delicate silverware, china and glass.
The role requires a passionate cook who actively enjoys Vegetarian and fish cookery, ideally can initiate new dishes and try new recipes. A kitchen garden provides fresh vegetables, fruits and salad items, so making chutneys, jams etc all part of the role. Meat is rarely served, unless for a dinner party.

A part time cleaner is also employed 3 days per week.

Partner will work as part of the outdoor gardening and maintenance team, duties encompassing maintenance gardening, general property maintenance, wood management ie logging and fire laying. Path clearing, care of outdoor furniture, car washing and ensuring servicing and MOT’s are scheduled.

There will be occasional driving duties, airport runs, shopping and errands.
Indoor maintenance to include cleaning indoor windows, high level cleaning to assist the housekeepers and any minor repairs.

Full Time Salary circa £65-70,000 Gross – currently one bedroom cottage available which will be made 2 bedroom by the end of this year. This vacancy can also be Live out for a local couple and 3-4 days per week also considered (salary pro rata)
BOTH MUST DRIVE, have clean licence and car. Occasional weekend/bank holiday working will be required but time off given in lieu. (HU4034)

DOMESTIC COUPLE
NR CHELTENHAM
Housekeeper - Cook- Property Maintenance- Asst Gardener-Driver-Security
Approx 8.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday, with flexibility.
Essential Requirements: Experienced domestic couple with attention to detail. Good standard of home cooking, confident in the kitchen. Dog & Cat lovers. Both to drive.
Team players. Caretakers of the property during the owner’s absence. Flexible to cover weekends for planned entertaining.

An experienced, proactive and self-sufficient domestic couple are required to manage and care for a well maintained, 11-bedroom country manor house in a rural village location close to Cheltenham.
The principals are a mature couple with adult children who visit on a regular basis. This is a family home but the principals do travel and also spend time in London.

Duties and experience required:

Housekeeping – including cleaning, care of Antiques, silver etc. Additional Housekeeping support is available.
Laundry - Washing and ironing. Packing and unpacking.
Cooking – Fresh home cooking using good quality ingredients. (Chef employed for dinner parties and events).
Shopping, errands to include post office, dry cleaning etc.
Assistance with Entertaining
Animal Care – as and when required -3 dogs 3 cats.
Assistant in garden and grounds maintenance – Head gardener and team employed, general assistance with garden maintenance.
Property Maintenance – General DIY indoor and outdoor, care of machinery and organisation of any specialist contractors as required.
Security and caretaking of the property in the owner’s absence.
Care of the vehicles, occasional driving to include airport runs, organisation of servicing/MOT etc. A chauffeur is also employed.

Primarily a Monday to Friday position, however there will be occasions when weekend working will be required, pre-planned and in advance. The family are usually in residence over Christmas, and you will be required to be available to work.

Salary Negotiable depending on previous experience. Self-contained 2 bedroom small house in the village with small garden. One dog acceptable but sorry no dependent children. BOTH must drive. (HU4049)

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT / PERSONAL ASSISTANT
LONDON (City)

This position operates as part of the Group CEO Executive Assistant (EA) team of 3 EA’s and is integral to the smooth day to day operations of the CEO Office. The EA has exposure to all aspects of the Group CEO’s personal and company operations and will work with the CEO Office team to provide round the clock support in personal and business capacities.

The ability to communicate effectively is paramount, as the role requires both oversight and administration of activities and events which are complex, time sensitive, and highly confidential.

Main Responsibilities:

• Manage the Group CEO’s deliverable system which entails logging, tracking, and reporting on timelines set by the Group CEO daily.
• Managing the Group CEO’s diary which is extremely fluid, ensuring all meetings run on time and sending email reminders in advance of meetings.
• Support CEO Office with all administrative tasks.
• Liaise with Group CEO’s family and household staff, working together on travel arrangements that involve the Group CEO.
• Managing an inbox with a team of 3 (up to 300 emails per day requiring rapid turnaround).
• Ad hoc duties and special projects as required.
• Managing weekly travel to the office as well as dinners and events.
• Liaising with charities on behalf of the Chairman

Minimum Requirements:

• Solid understanding of the Microsoft Office 365 suite of applications.
• Solid knowledge of Apple mobile devices and peripherals.
• Experience in supporting and managing C-Suite video conferences and meeting arrangements (Cisco WebEx, Microsoft Teams, Zoom etc.).
• Must have EQ, strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Calm under pressure.
• Able to react quickly and interpret support needs based on past requirements, and without direction.
• Strong ability to prioritise appropriately and escalate when required.
• Willingness to be flexible at short notice on working location, and to undertake business travel when required.
• 10yrs+ solid PA experience
• Background in supporting UHNWI
• Early morning starts, evening work and weekend cover (rotation with the team).
• Must be prepared to be in the office 7:30/8am Wednesday/Thursday/Friday
• Office based, no option to work from home
• Short notice travel and events

Full time position, working 5-days per week and every third weekend with flexibility. Immediate start. Negotiable salary with benefits. (HU4028)

EXP CHALET MANAGEMENT COUPLE
CHEF / HOST / HOUSEKEEPER (Permanent position)
MERIBEL, FRANCE
Essential Requirements: Previous experience running and managing a Ski Chalet. Keen interest in business development, customer care and service. Hands on, proactive, forward thinking with good communication skills. Ideally conversational French, driver and child friendly. Computer literate.

The chalet is privately owned, catering for 15 persons with 8 ensuite bedrooms. The owners require a couple to oversee and assist with daily management of the chalet and its everyday running. This vacancy is a permanent position initially for a one year contract catering for both Summer and Winter seasons, with a view to renewing the contract annually.

During the Winter season, general tasks to be shared between the couple include:

• Daily housekeeping, hoovering, dusting, cleaning bathrooms, making and changing beds.
• Laundering of table linen, kitchen linens, towels (bedlinen is outsourced).
• Lighting candles, making fires, bringing in logs.
• Menu planning, food preparation for 3 course fine dining evening menus.
• Shopping for, storing, preparing and cooking all meals (including children’s meals if visiting)
• Serving continental breakfast
• Preparing biscuits or cakes (on request)
• Laying out, plating up and clearing all meals
• Ensuring areas are child safe if children are visiting.
• Supporting clients with requests ie activities, ski hire, passes, transport etc.
• Liaising with the owners and clients.
• Jacuzzi upkeep (training will be provided)
• Clearing snow
• Keeping inventories of chalet stock (wine, cleaning products, coffee capsules, linen etc.) and kitchen equipment
• Carrying out weekly stock take and food shop according to a budget and guests requests
• Maintaining and observing all hygiene, health and safety standards  
• Occasional Instagram/Facebook posts
• Administration (e.g. making Taxe de Séjour declarations and preparing client accounts at end of week
• Organisation/supervision of agency cleaning staff, arranging local external cover for couples days off.
• Generally making sure the client has a great stay and wishes to return.

During summer season, dependant on occupancy

As above if catered or non catered.
Basic gardening, tidying, mowing, care of terrace & basic maintenance repairs of the chalet.
Marketing and taking reservations.
Writing basic blog posts.
Liaising with contractors, supervising and cost containment.

NEGOTIABLE BASE SALARY WITH COMMISSION,1-bedroom open plan Studio with bathroom, kitchen and sitting room, light and spacious at attic level. Car available on site. 2 days off per week. (HU4016)

EXPERIENCED DOMESTIC COUPLE
WEST KENT
Exp Gardener – Handyperson-Driver- Housekeeper-Family Cook.
40 hrs per week Tuesday to Saturday
Essential Requirements: Both to drive with full clean licence. Enthusiastic gardener who will work as part of the gardening team. Experience with all garden machinery and ride on mowers. Experienced housekeeper with attention to detail. Dog friendly. Excellent English and computer literate.

Our clients require an enthusiastic and practical couple with a friendly and willing disposition for all housekeeping duties/gardening/maintenance on a small estate in West Kent for busy principals.

There is a high proportion of gardening required in immaculate well stocked gardens, working as part of an established small team reporting to the head gardener. You must have knowledge of all garden machinery, ride-on mowers with good gardening knowledge.

Housekeeping duties include general cleaning of a five bedroom house, laundry, ironing, grocery shopping, and some basic cooking and food preparation. Attention to detail and high standards essential.
Other duties include house security, property and pool maintenance, car valeting and occasional driving. There will be occasional dog sitting, walking and general day to day care when required.
Job descriptions available upon application.

Salary between £65,000-£70,000 Gross depending upon experience with a spacious one bedroom, well-furnished cottage provided. Working a 40 hour week (Tuesday - Saturday) with some flexibility when required. 20 days paid holiday and contributory workplace pension provided. Both must have full clean driving licences, have excellent English and be computer literate. A valid Enhanced DBS check will be required at offer stage. A small well behaved dog welcome but sorry no cats. Interviewing now for start as soon as possible. (HU4010)

EXPERIENCED LAUNDRESS / LIGHT HOUSEKEEPER
KENGSINGTON, LONDON, SW10
(Daily Position 25 - 30hrs per week ideally to include one weekend day. Daily working hours to be agreed)
Essential Requirements:  Animal friendly. Experienced laundress with a willingness to undertake light housekeeping tasks when required. Flexible with a calm and friendly personality.

Four storey residence in Kensington which includes four older children, 2 large dogs and 3 cats.
You will work alongside another housekeeper who has been with the family long term.

The primary role is laundress and wardrobe care, with light housekeeping duties to assist the housekeeper when required.
You will need to have excellent laundry and ironing skills, have previous experience in the care of both ladies and gentlemen’s clothing, steaming, pressing, packing and unpacking, organising dry cleaning and taking care of the laundry room.

This is a relaxed, eco friendly home, a simple uniform will be required. Portuguese speaker would be very helpful as the other housekeeper is Portuguese.

Salary Negotiable depending upon experience. ASAP START (HU2219)

GOVERNESS
SAUDI ARABIA
Essential requirements: Previous experience working as a Governess, fluent in English and French.

The Governess will be responsible for the overall activities that affect the wellbeing of the child/children.  There are 5 children ranging in age from 5-15 years and a baby of 2 years.

The successful candidate will work within a team of 3 other governesses including a Lead Governess.  Other support teams including chefs and housekeepers are employed.

General Responsibilities include the overall coordination of the child/children’s activities. This includes coordinating with different teams as per below.

• Ensure continuous overall academic development/learning, as well as daily after school activities in coordination with the Academic support team
• Instil and improve French language of children throughout the day through conversation, planned activities and practice.
• Responsible for coordination of daily activities of the children like waking up, setting sleep patterns, arranging meals, dressing, bathing, supervising after school classes/tutoring through relevant support team, oversight of cleanliness & tidiness of rooms, closet management, laundry, etc.
• Communicate with school when needed or asked to
• Overall responsibility of children’s’ proper manners and etiquette throughout their daily activities
• Coordinates children’s requirements during home stay or travel
• Ensure a healthy lifestyle for children
• Plan & prepare children’s schedule
• Assist with and organize different types of outings for children
• Ensure that the child/children reach the envisioned milestones in their overall development
• Encourage children’s’ positive behaviour to complete set tasks & activities
• Follow all guidelines as directed by the family
• Ensure the safety of the children throughout the day and during any activity
• Prepare any reports or feedback as requested by Lead Governess or by the family and highlight any concerns about the child’s wellbeing.

This position offers a salary in the region of EU6,700 per month tax free.  Accommodation is provided as a furnished studio apartment on the compound and transportation is also provided. Annual ticket to home country and medical insurance provided. (HU3981)

HEAD HOUSEKEEPER
CAP MARTIN, SOUTH OF FRANCE
DAILY POSITION: 7am to 7pm Monday to Friday
Essential Requirements: Fluent French and English, previous private house experience,organised with strong communication skills.

Live out position for a large family home in Cap Martin. This is the main residence for the principals and their 3 school age children. Although the principals travel frequently. This is a fully staffed home which requires experienced and dedicated staff. When all the family are in residence the working hours will be 7am to 7pm, but when they are not the hours will be less. The current head housekeeper of 10 yrs is moving into a new position within the family.

Duties will include:

• Supervising and training of the domestic team of the house, currently 3
• Developing procedures and protocols to address quality and productivity needs to ensure cleanliness goals are effectively met.
• Ensure all rooms are clean and properly stocked with supplies, creating a positive guest experience – includes maintaining appropriate levels of supplies and inventories.
• Ongoing communication with the principals
• Assist in the hiring of housekeeping team members when required.
• Weekly planning and complete work schedules for the housekeeping team 
• Control housekeeping costs and budget.

Requirements:

• Min of 3 years’ experience as a head/senior housekeeper at a private residence
• Excellent time management skills and attention to detail. 
• Pro-active and self-directed.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and delegate work assignments  
• Non-smoker
• Pets and child friendly 
• Fluent English & French essential.

Salary circa EURO 3,000 NET PER MONTH- French speaker is essential. Strictly Non Smoker. ASAP Start. (HU3257)

HEAD HOUSEKEEPER-COOK
NR NEWBURY BERKSHIRE
Maternity Leave Cover
Live out or live in.
Essential Requirements – Experienced senior housekeeper capable to lead a small team. Confident cooking family style meals. Attention to detail with experience in the care of fine furniture, artwork, fabrics and special finishes. Ability to work 5 days per week including weekends. Driver and Non-Smoker essential.

Weekend country residence of long-term clients requires a Head Housekeeper to join an established team. The current head housekeeper will go on Maternity Leave in October 2023 possibly for one year.

Primary role is to ensure the property is maintained to a very high standard of cleanliness and that all staff are informed of tasks and order in which to complete them. You will liaise with the Housemanager to enable a smooth and efficient day to day running of the residence.

Duties will include but not limited to:

Weekend Cooking – Friday evening through to Monday morning breakfast. Pre prepared dishes that the principals can reheat, a good Sunday roast, fresh family style dishes ie soups, lasagne, fish pie, salads etc. Meals are usually buffet style. You will plan menus, local food shopping etc in conjunction with the Housemanager.
Housekeeping
Servicing and cleaning of all rooms whilst the family are not in residence.
Laundry including washing and ironing, care of wardrobes and preparing dry cleaning lists.
Turning down beds, bed making and servicing of bathrooms.
Setting and laying of tables.
Driving errands as required.
Maintaining a cleaning schedule and liaising with the assistant housekeeper, daily cleaner regarding their daily duties. A comprehensive list of household tasks compiled and left for the Head Housekeepers time off.

At weekends the head housekeeper is the only staff member on duty, therefore depending on if the family are in residence will manage your own workload accordingly between cooking and housekeeping duties.

This vacancy can be live out or live and available from end of September 2023.
Daily working hours 6.30am to 2.30pm or 7am to 3pm. Separate accommodation available on the estate if you choose to live in. Salary negotiable depending on previous experience. 2 days off mid-week. Driver & non-smoker essential. (HU4044)

HEAD PASTRY CHEF
CO. LIMERICK, IRELAND
Essential Requirements: Ability to manage the preparation and presentation of desserts, pastry and bakery items, budget management, manage and implement HACCP guidelines and health & safety.

An experienced Head Pastry Chef is required for a Hotel based in Ireland. You will be responsible for the Pastry and Bakery operation for the Hotel. Your operational duties will include:

• Handling multiple tasks with attention to detail. 
• Remain up to date with latest culinary trends and create ideas into efficient and consistent implementations.  
• Preparation and presentation of quality desserts, Pastries and Bakery items.
• Presentation and preparation skills of plated dessert and buffet set ups   which requires continued improvement and upgrades.
• Handling of the fully implemented HACCP guidelines as well as general health & safety in the workplace. 
• Cake & Show Pieces Skills
• Creating in conjunction with the Executive chef of menus, buffets and “specials” which meet the needs of the target market and are in line with the operating concept for the restaurant. 
• Minimize payroll costs by maximizing the productivity and efficient scheduling of employees.
• Financial Accountability including budget expenses.
• To work closely with the senior leadership team, to ensure that strategic and departmental goals are achieved. 
• Training and/or coaching with new and current team members in order to grow skills and achieve the standards defined and motivate and nurture individual development and career enhancement.  
• To be available to work nights, evenings, weekends on occasion when required.

The ideal candidate should be passionate, committed, flexible and a team player. You will be required to perform and delegate tasks to the team and to ensure a superior production and presentation of high-quality desserts pastries and bakery. Salary in the region of €50,000 depending on experience. Accommodation provided. (HU4010)

HOUSEKEEPER / LAUNDRESS
St Jean Cap Ferrat, South of France (6-month contract)
Essential Requirements: Previous Private House Experience (minimum of 5 years) English or German or Italian speaker, Non-smoker.
Full time 45 hrs per week
Monday to Friday, occasional weekend working required

We are looking for an experienced housekeeper /laundress with experience working in a UHNW residence. The role combines general housekeeping with laundry duties. High standards of cleaning and an excellent knowledge of fine and delicate fabrics and fragile linens with perfect ironing skills

• Daily housekeeping duties working as part of the housekeeping team.
• Laundering of personal clothes and home linens to include bedlinen, towels, table clothes and napkins.
• Perfect ironing.
• Basic sewing skills to manage minor repairs.
• Assisting with packing and unpacking suitcase when the principal travel.
• Ensure bags and jewellery are properly presented and protected.
• Laundry for guests if requested.
• Laundering of staff uniforms
• Cleaning of the laundry room

Excellent Salary negotiable depending on experience.
Languages required either English, German or Italian to enable good communication with full staff and principal.
Minimum 5 years experiences as laundress/housekeeper in an exclusive private household.
Strictly Non-Smoker
Flexible and discreet with excellent personal presentation. This is a uniformed position.

The vacancy can be either live in or daily in South of France. Accommodation can be provided if required. This is an initial 6 month contract with a possibility to extend. (HU4017)

HOUSEMAN / BUTLER
NR KINGSTON, SURREY
Essential Requirements: Previous private house experience, front of house and table service, driver.

An experienced and professional houseman/butler is required for a single gentleman based near Kingston. This position will require a candidate with previous experience working in a similar role in a private residence.

Duties will include:

• Front of house
• Table Service
• Occasional cooking
• Running errands
• Basic DIY

When the principal is in residence there will be some light cooking duties required e.g. salads, soups etc.

This is a fully staffed house so it is essential that you are a team player with strong communication and organisational skills.

Full time position working Monday -Friday with weekend flexibility. Negotiable salary based on experience. Driver essential. (HU4006)

MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT
BARNET, HERTFORSHIRE
Essential Requirements: Previous property maintenance experience, carpentry and decorating experience, self-motivated with strong attention to detail.

A privately-owned Estate, located just outside Barnet and set in 250 acres of parkland. The house is used both as a private residence and let out for private corporate events. You will be required to carry out maintenance work on the Estate.

Duties:

• Complete multi-disciplined types of maintenance both inside and outside of properties
• Plumbing – unblocking of drains/lavatories, investigating and preventing leaks. Installing baths/showers/lavatories
• Carpentry – fitting kitchen units, worktops etc
• Basic brick laying skills, patio laying and pointing.
• Basic electrics i.e., changing light fittings, replace plugs, fuses, & light bulbs
• Basic Repairs, replacing door handles, lavatory seats, shower hoses/heads and taps.
• Decorating – External and internal walls and woodwork
• Renovation of vacant properties between tenancies, carrying out remedial works throughout properties and including kitchens and bathrooms
• Clearing Roof surfaces and gutters Security of Mansion Grounds and Estate
• Assist Property Manager as and when required with security of Mansion Grounds and Estate.
• Undergo appropriate training as available and as determined in conjunction with the Property Manager
• Maintain confidentiality at all times and raise any matters of concern to the Property Manager or his Assistant
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as required by the Property Manager, or any other members of management
• Collecting supplies or other items required from builders merchant or other suppliers.
• Full clean driving licence to drive company vehicle

Knowledge, skills and experience required:

• Previous property maintenance experience
• Basic plumbing
• Carpentry experience
• Decorating experience
• Team player with a willingness to learn with a positive outlook and a good sense of humour.
• Self-motivated and can rise to a challenge or timetable.
• Must be able to use own initiative
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Accuracy with particular attention to detail
• Flexible and 'can do' attitude.

Hours of work: 8.00 am – 4.30 pm Monday to Thursday, Fri 8.00 am – 4.00 pm Cover out of hours for emergencies. Negotiable salary based on experience. (HU4015)

NANNY
SAUDI ARABIA WITH GLOBAL TRAVEL FOR 10 WEEK BABY GIRL.
Essential Requirements: German speaker, excellent long-term references

Urgent requirement for a German speaking nanny to look after the baby daughter of long-term and delightful clients. Riyadh is the permanent residence, and the clients travel to the other home in Jeddah. There will also be extensive travel to Europe, UK and America.

There will be self-contained accommodation available with excellent salary on offer. Impeccable references and previous long-term position required. (HU4030)

PERSONAL ASSISTANT
SOUTH OF FRANCE (WORK FROM HOME)
Essential Requirements: Fluent English and French, Russian would be a bonus, previous private house experience, ability to work from home.

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. ASAP start. (HU3484)

PRIVATE CHAUFFEUR
HOLLAND PARK
Essential Requirements: Previous private house experience, good London knowledge, available immediately

An experienced private chauffeur is required for our client based in Holland Park. We require a candidate who is ideally available immediately.

Candidates should have very good knowledge of London as well as experience driving a Rolls Royce, Bentley and Range Rover. Duties will include school runs; drop offs and pick-ups, driving the principals to various venues, shopping trips, restaurants and outings as well as airport runs.

This position is Monday-Friday working from 8am-5pm with some flexibility. You will be required to occasionally work on a weekend day, notice will be given if you’re needed. The family travel throughout the year and you are not required to travel with them.

It is essential the cars are always kept in pristine condition. Strong communication, flexibility and previous private house experience are essential. Immediate start. Salary £45,000 - £50,000GPA. (HU4037)

PRIVATE CHEF
SOUTH OF SPAIN
Essential Requirements: Fluent English and Spanish, previous private house and yacht experience, confident in Mediterranean and Spanish cuisine, team player, flexible, organised.

This a fantastic opportunity for an experienced high energy bilingual Chef based in Spain with travel around Europe and the Mediterranean. The family consists of a busy young self-made doting father who adores his family and wife. There are three children aged 7 -12 years old. The family is health conscious, works out, and is involved in many sports. They want to hire an outstanding modern chef who understands diet, nutrition, and healthy living—a regular Mediterranean diet during a typical week. The family entertains periodically. The ideal candidate will be relaxed, proactive, and capable of preparing simple family meals or creating an elaborate dinner party.

The ideal candidate will be tech-savvy and able to communicate clearly. Must be adaptable, a team player, fast on her/his feet, and energetic. The family is adventurous, travels extensively, and is very active - swimming, skiing, soccer, pretty much any sporting activity that one can think of the family is engaged in. (They love water sports and own two large yachts where they spend extended periods sailing the Mediterranean) The ideal chef will have prior experience working on yachts, be familiar with the Med, and well connected in the area.

The primary focus is ensuring the three children have meals throughout the day. The schedule is evolving, and a second chef will be hired to support the lead chef.

Key qualities:

• Excellent cooking skills and hygiene
• Excellent time management skills
• Attention to detail
• Outgoing and a team player
• Should have a clear understanding of employer/ employee parameters
• Confident in Mediterranean/Spanish Cuisine
• Culinary degree or equivalent practical experience

The family live in the South of Spain and travel frequently throughout the year.

Must have excellent verifiable references and excellent tenure. Immediate start. Top negotiable salary. (HU4012)

PRIVATE YACHT CHEF
MONACO WITH TRAVEL GSTAAD & LONDON
Essential Requirements: Well - presented, high attention to detail, patient and calm, well organized, English-speaking essential, French a plus. Minimum 5-year experience in a similar position.

An organised Chef is required for a private family on board their private yacht as well as in their home in Monaco and will be required to travel with the family. You should have impeccable attention to detail in both sourcing produce and cooking.
The yacht is used 7 months of the year with the principals being on board 4-5 months of the year. You will be cooking for the principals and a crew of 9 people. The candidate will take direction from the principal regarding how the food is to be prepared and on sourcing ingredients.

The style of food is preferred to be light Italian, Mediterranean, Greek, Spanish and French with the occasional Asian cuisine. It is important that the food is of the best quality, ingredients need to be prepared in an unaffected manner with attention to detail in the technique that they are prepared.
Produce is to be sourced from artisanal wholesome producers, and vegetables from market gardeners rather than suppliers at the markets.

You will need to adhere strictly to a very low carb diet for health reasons and there is a selection of vegetables which can and cannot be used. There is the occasional carb-based meal such as pasta but that is on special occasions. There are a few other dietary requirements and preference to products without nitrates and other additives.

Impeccable hygiene, non-smoker, accommodation provided on the yacht as well as when travelling. Salary in the region of 5,000 to 7,000 EUR. Seafarer qualifications required. This is a live-out position. (HU3913)

RESIDENTIAL BUTLER
TASHKENT, UZBEKISTAN
Essential Requirements: Previous private house experience, top-level butler skills including front of house, wardrobe management, table service, Russian speaker would be a bonus

An experienced live-in butler is required for a private family of four based in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. We require a trained and experienced butler for this role. You will be joining an established team of staff, so essential you are a team player.

Candidates must have excellent communication and organisational skills along with strong attention to detail.

Duties will include:

• Extensive wardrobe management including packing, unpacking, polishing shoes, etc.
• Front of house, meeting and greeting guests
• Formal table service
• Full F&B service
• Mixing and serving drinks
• Booking appointments, venues, restaurants, etc
• Looking after guests
• Caring for silver, art, crystal, etc

We require an energetic and enthusiastic candidate for this role.

Full-time position, 6-day working week, 12 hours per day. Single accommodation provided. Negotiable salary based on experience. Immediate start. (HU4035)

RESIDENTIAL CHEF
LONDON, WITH EXTENSIVE TRAVEL TO FRANCE, MIAMI, AND YACHT
Essential Requirements: Previous private house long-term experience, Classically French trained, flexible to travel, international repertoire of cuisine, attention to detail, organised

Professional Middle Eastern Businessman and his partner are looking for a classically French trained chef to work primarily in his London residence with travel to South of France during the summer for up to 4 months and Miami in the winter. This is a long term and delightful Hutchinson’s client who has a highly educated palate. Staff stay in the very long term with this employer.

Candidates will be required to cook to a very high standard and should enjoy presenting good, fresh, healthy dishes, as the gentleman loves fresh home cooking – menus may vary from an excellent English roast to Classic French and Italian cuisine with the occasional Asian or Arabic dish. - International dishes with emphasis on Far Eastern cuisines especially Japanese. Usually, the meals will be just for the principals with occasional guests, they do eat out regularly, too. You will be responsible for the kitchen, shopping and stock control, food purchases and the preparation of lunch and dinner each day. You must have high standards of kitchen hygiene and keep all equipment in tip top condition.

This is working from a beautiful apartment, with first class kitchen equipment and very appreciative Principals. A good team ethos is kept, and it is important that you will be part of this, as staff remain with this employer very long term.

Salary Between £70,000-80,000k depending on experience and accommodation in London is a lovely studio apartment, a few minutes’ walk away. Strictly Non-Smokers and professional training is essential, as is a history of working for several years in each of your positions, preferably within private homes. (HU2863B)

RESIDENTIAL DOMESTIC COUPLE
RURAL HAMPSHIRE, NR BASINGSTOKE
HOUSEKEEPER / FAMILY COOK / MAINTENANCE GROUNDS PERSON / SECURITY / HANDYPERSON
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. These duties will include polishing silver and brass, polishing furniture, doing all the laundry including bedlinen and taking care of steaming more elaborate dresses/suits etc.

Between you, you will also deal with security, clean windows, clean the BBQ, manage external contractors, deal with suppliers 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. Occasional entertaining will be for family and friends and on a relaxed basis.

Partner to care for swimming pool, tennis court, cleaning of cars 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. Also have to co ordinate the servicing of all cars and garden equipment.

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, but any gardening knowledge and expertise highly appreciated. There are also Woodlands to keep tidy during Winter months.

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

RESIDENTIAL GROOM
NEW FOREST HAMPSHIRE
EXPERIENCED SOLE CHARGE GROOM
Essential Requirements: Strictly No pets, Non-smoker, and driver with own car essential. Hands on experienced senior groom with good communication skills. Minimum of five years’ experience with long term checkable references.

Our clients live in the residence for only July and August annually, so a reliable, completely all-round knowledgeable person is required to care for the 5 horses, 2 of whom are gently ridden. These include a retired dressage Friesian gelding 18 hands and now enjoying his semi-retirement, 3 TB ex racers (2 mares and I gelding).

The groom must be responsible for all aspects of the horses' care, health and wellbeing in conjunction with top notch veterinary practice locally. Oversight of all medical issues, worming, farrier, bringing in and turning out, care of all horse equipment and mucking out, tack cleaning, exercising and ideally some foaling experience a huge plus but not essential.
Paddock management, grass and field fencing, repairs etc.

The property has a significant equestrian complex including stabling with (five) loose boxes, tack room, kitchen, WC and feed room, rug room, stable yard with central seating, water fed paddocks and field shelters. The entire area is fully secured with reinforced fencing and provides excellent grooms quarters.

You must drive and have your own car, though a vehicle for business use is available to all staff on the estate.

Lovely single accommodation is available. MUST be non-smoker and sorry no pets or dependants.
When clients are in residence for 2 months only each year, all staff are required to muck in and muck out, so flexibility is absolutely essential, along with a professional and friendly personality.

This is a sole groom role for an experienced person with superb references and mature outlook to settle into a long-term role which offers a really super lifestyle. Support of part time local groom to cover days off available.

Salary circa £25,000 negotiable for the right candidate.

Minimum of 5 years' experience required with excellent references which will be checked thoroughly. (HU3855)

RESIDENTIAL HANDS-ON HEAD HOUSEKEEPER-FAMILY COOK
CO LAOIS – IRELAND
Essential Requirements: Previous experience in similar role in a private household setting. Fluent English written and spoken. Driver essential. Ability to lead from the front and work with the housekeepers. Excellent team player.

Large Country Estate in Southern Ireland requires a hands-on senior housekeeper with the ability to cook for the family of 4 when they are in residence between September and January. A wonderful opportunity for a long-term employment in a beautiful rural countryside location.

This is a “hands on” head housekeeper role, which will include all day to day hands on housekeeping duties, whilst running and maintaining the house to the highest standards. Leading the housekeeping team from the front, working with the team and managing at the same time.

Duties will include but not limited to:
Menu planning, preparation and service of breakfast, lunch and dinner when the family are in residence. Kitchen assistance to the family who enjoy cooking themselves.
Grocery shopping, provisioning and stock control.
Laundry -washing & ironing and care of delicate fabrics.
Care of fine fabrics, Antiques and special finishes.
Feeding and exercising pets, arranging veterinary appointments etc.
Supervision of external suppliers, organisation of contractors and monitoring of external providers.
Liaison with Housekeeping team.

Self-contained accommodation locally will be provided.
Salary in the region of 50,000 Euros per annum. Excellent references, Driving Licence and Fluent English essential. (HU4048)

RESIDENTIAL HOUSEKEEPER
RURAL HAMPSHIRE, NR BASINGSTOKE
Essential Requirements: Previous experience working in a domestic environment, clean driving licence, flexible, strictly Non smoker, current DBS check and good level of English.

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 housekeeper 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. These duties will include doing all laundry including household and bed linen, polishing furniture, silver and brass and steaming of more elaborate clothes dresses suits etc. as and when required.

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.

Security of the property will be part of the role. Gardening contractors are currently employed.

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. (HU1538B)

RESIDENTIAL HOUSEKEEPER
SOUTH OF SPAIN
Working 8hrs per day – 5 days per week to include weekends.
FLUENT SPANISH REQUIRED
Essential Requirements: Pro Active, self-sufficient experienced housekeeper with previous experience in large private residence or 5* hotels. Driver and fluent Spanish and English essential. Team player with experience supervising other staff. Child and dog friendly.

Experienced housekeeper required for a large family home in South of Spain. The family of 5 includes 3 school age children. The family also have a small dog.

The housekeeper will be responsible for the day to day housekeeping function, including “hands on” daily housekeeping duties, cleaning, laundry, ironing and ensuring that all pieces of household equipment are in working order. As the need arises you will have support of a part time cleaner.

You will be responsible for the smooth daily running of the household, ordering and restocking of provisions and have excellent attention to detail. You will report to the lady of the household and the family PA.

This is a permanent long-term position.
Salary Negotiable depending on previous experience. 2 days off per week. Single annex accommodation provided. Driver and Spanish speaker essential to the role. (HU4026)

RESIDENTIAL HOUSEKEEPER - FAMILY COOK
PULBOROUGH – WEST SUSSEX
Essential Requirements: Experience in domestic service. Hands on housekeeper with an eye for detail, capable to supervise and work alongside a small team. Light fresh healthy cooking. Longevity in previous similar position. Fluent English, good communication skills and pro active. Child and pet friendly. Clean driving licence essential.

A returning client is looking for an experienced housekeeper/cook for a family of five. You will be looking after a large 5 bedroom country house on a large estate in West Sussex with the assistance of additional staff. The family have three children between 11 and 5yrs who are looked after by two nannies and they are responsible for the main cooking for the children.

Your responsibilities will include all areas of housekeeping.

• Daily housekeeping duties
• Making and changing beds, care of bathrooms and re stocking of supplies.
• Washing and ironing/steaming of all bedding and clothes. (Must be experienced washing delicates and knowing which items should go to the dry cleaners)
• Wardrobe management
• Keeping the kitchen clean and keeping cupboards and fridge in order.
• Running errands and shopping for food and supplies.
• Cooking from time to time for the principles. Light healthy meals.
• Dealing with contractors when required

You will be required to work 5 days a week. Flexible to cover weekends when needed. The family travel during the school holidays.

The family are looking for a professional housekeeper, who has experience working in a similar role and can show longevity in previous roles. You must take pride in your work, have an eye for detail and able to take the initiative.
A good team player who is highly organised with solid communication skills is key for this role. You should also be a confident driver and a car is provided.
The family have two cats and a dog – so you must be comfortable around animals.

Salary £50 – 55,000 gross per annum depending on your experience. Separate 2 bed furnished cottage within the grounds of the estate. Well behaved pet welcome. 2 days off per week.
ASAP Start. (HU4047)

RESIDENTIAL HOUSEKEEPER - LAUNDRESS
ATHENS, GREECE
Essential Requirements: Previous private household experience. Team player. Experience with high end laundry and delicate fabrics. Child friendly. Non smoker. Fluent English speaker.

An experienced housekeeper with excellent laundry skills is required to join a team of 2 housekeepers, chef and gardener. Family of 4 which includes 2 teenage children. This is a large villa in the Northern Suburbs of Athens. The villa is the primary residence of the family who travel frequently during school holidays.
This is a 5.5 working days per week, some days short, some days longer depending on the requirements of the household.

Duties will include:
Daily general housekeeping duties, which will include cleaning, making and changing beds, cleaning bathrooms, evening turn down service, setting up tables for breakfast/lunch/dinner.
Washing and ironing to high standards, steaming pressing and basic sewing repairs.
Wardrobe management
Organising dry cleaning.
Packing and unpacking suitcases

Salary Negotiable depending on experience. 1.5 days off per week. Own Bedroom and shared bathroom with another housekeeper provided. ASAP Start & Fluent English required. (HU4046)

RESIDENTIAL LADY’S MAID/BUTLER
SAUDI ARABIA
Essential requirements: Previous private house experience, wardrobe and laundry experience.

An experienced Lady’s maid/Butler is required for a VIP lady in Saudi Arabia, with some travel.
Candidates should be qualified either by training or experience and be able to greet guests and provide confident and efficient food and beverage service to the lady and her guests, including all aspects of table settings and care of fine china, crystal and linens.

You must also be able to manage the lady's wardrobe, handle some personal laundry, ensure that cosmetics are kept in good condition and within expiry dates and all brushes are meticulously cleaned, pack and unpack clothing and accessories for travel, and carry out some personal assistant tasks, such as booking massages and beauty treatments, etc.

A salary which is negotiable c.£45,000 pa will be paid (tax free at source). Six day working week with some flexibility; one-month annual vacation with return ticket paid, medical insurance and accommodation. This is a live in position. (HU4040)

RESIDENTIAL PRIVATE CHEF
LIMERICK, IRELAND
Essential Requirements: Private house experience, kitchen management, extensive menu planning and development, strong communication skills, organised, flexible, driver.

An exciting opportunity for an experienced senior chef to be based at a Private Estate in County Limerick, Ireland. This is a fully staffed property which includes housekeepers, Estate Manager, butler, PA as well as another chef. The property is home to a HNW couple with grown children who visit regularly. The family do travel on occasion and thus we do require a chef with flexibility to travel mainly in Europe and Ireland when required.

We require a chef with previous private house experience, who has excellent knowledge of menu design and cooking from family style/casual dining to fine dining.  You should have a passion for fresh and seasonal produce and ingredients along with excellent attention to detail.

Duties will include:

• Management of the kitchen
• Planning schedules in advance to ensure chef cover is in place 7 days a week when the owners are in residence. This planning is in conjunction with the second chef.
• Preparing and cooking beautifully presented family style meals with occasional fine-dining and private dinners / parties.
• Extensive menu development, creation, and planning 
• Meal related budget management and shop to replenish food stocks as required, maintaining expiration dates.
• Always maintaining meticulous standards of hygiene 
• Using fresh, high-quality produce sourced locally and internationally. 
• In addition to food preparation for the family, preparation of lunch for 15 staff members (Monday to Friday) who work in the main residence and offices.
• Discussing the daily menu with the Butler / Family in advance.
• Arranging additional kitchen staff for larger dinner functions / parties
• Driving family members if butler is unavailable.

We require a professional candidate with a friendly approach and excellent communication skills. You should have impeccable health & safety and hygiene knowledge.

This role will suit a candidate who has a preference for life in the countryside. Excellent 2-bedroom single storey accommodation on the estate provide. Driver essential. Negotiable salary based on experience. (HU3978)

TEACHERS FOR SCIENCE SUBJECTS, MATHS AND ENGLISH
SAUDI ARABIA
Essential Requirements: Qualification in education with experience teaching the British curriculum

Our VVIP Saudi Arabian client requires qualified teachers with experience of teaching the British curriculum to children in Year 2 and above to work in a very prestigious private household.

Three teachers are needed to teach science subjects, maths and English to a small group of children, and some travel will be involved. If you have five+ years’ experience of teaching these subjects at first and/or middle school level and would like the opportunity to work overseas and travel, your efforts will be rewarded with an excellent salary (tax free at source), accommodation, transportation, private medical insurance and a very comfortable lifestyle. (HU4043)

TRAVELLING BUTLER
DUBAI, UAE
Essential Requirements: Previous private house experience, strong F&B experience, front of house, event planning, self-starter, flexibility to travel worldwide.

We are seeking an experienced Travelling Butler for a formal residence in Dubai. The successful applicant will be experienced with providing both formal and semi-formal food and beverage service for the family and their guests.

Candidates should enjoy keeping a clean and organized home. Have a strong understanding of household management and food and beverage service. You have a ‘do what it takes attitude’ and have a calm and collected approach when things don't go as planned. You are comfortable both in leadership roles and working with in a team.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Formal and semi-formal table setting, food and beverage service to Principals and guests
• Event planning and facilitation
• Greeting of guests and visitors, answering telephone, and taking messages, general mail and correspondence
• Management of household inventories and implementation of organizational strategies
• Care of the butler pantry including China, crystal and silver
• Ensure all household mechanical systems, HVAC, plumbing, equipment and fixtures are in good working order
• Schedule and supervise trades and contractors
• Monitor household budgets and costs for trades and vendors
• Assist with the ordering and purchasing of household inventories
• Ensure household security protocols are followed

Applicants must have excellent time management skills, be punctual, courteous, possess keen attention to detail and follow through on all tasks and projects assigned. You should be a self-starter with an anticipatory, service-oriented disposition.  Team player required.   Driver’s licence and a clean driving record is required. 

This is a full-time position that will require flexibility to travel to worldwide locations. Accommodation provided. Negotiable salary. (HU3960)

TRAVELLING BUTLER
TASHKENT, UZBEKISTAN WITH WORLDWIDE TRAVEL
Essential Requirements: Previous private house experience, top-level butler skills including front of house, wardrobe management, table service, flexible to travel extensively

An experienced travelling butler is required for a private principal based in Tashkent, Uzbekistan with worldwide travel. We require a trained and professional butler for this role.

Candidates must have excellent communication and organisational skills along with strong attention to detail.
We require a highly professional and proactive candidate for this position.

Duties will include:

• Provide a full butler/valet service
• Travel extensively with the principal (world-wide)
• Accompany the principal to meetings, restaurants, appointments, etc.
• Wardrobe management
• F&B service

Full-time position 6-day working week with flexibility. Accommodation provided. Negotiable salary based on experience. Immediate start. (HU4036)