21 International jobs available:

Ireland – County Tipperary (5 months), Caribbean (5 Months), European travel (2 months)
Technologically minded Butler / Valet with travel

This is a wonderful role for a traditional butler to join a team of four butlers. You will need to have first class table, F&B service and front of house skills and know how to take care of the cellar, fine glassware and 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 December through to April, where you will be employed in the owners’ other home in the Caribbean. 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 negotiable based on experience. Accommodation provided (with another butler) 2/3-bedroom house on the estate, where your family are welcome to visit. Team rota of working covering 2 shifts 06.30am to 3.00pm and 3.00pm to close of house. One full day off per week. ON HOLD

A newly created position with a lovely long-term Hutchinson’s client. Fluent English and Arabic is essential.

You will be based between Jeddah, London, Cannes, New York and on-board their private yacht. Excellent accommodation is available within all the residences with super facilities and on-board the yacht.

You will be mainly working with the lady of the house; assisting her in all aspects, including organising appointments, making arrangements for events and parties, organising travel. It is essential that you have excellent organisational skills and are flexible, adaptable and self-sufficient.

Excellent computer skills required. Previous private PA experience required. Negotiable salary based on experience.

To manage and run 2 properties in Qatar (one currently in full time use and the other being built) including reporting maintenance issues, overseeing the resident household staff, outside cleaning staff, general housekeeping, laundry and butler staff and heads of department.

The Palace Manager holds responsibility of ensuring all hospitality related services are delivered in an elevated, professional and fitting manner to the Principals and their guests.

The Palace Manager shall have the:

• Ability to develop and maintain a strong and dedicated team environment, placing emphasis on delivering prompt, courteous and impeccable levels of service.
• You will be involved in the hands-on day to day running of the current residence and will be involved in overseeing the new residence.
• Once the new property is completed you will be required to oversee and manage the new Palace.
• A requirement to pay particular attention to and having an eye for detail and setting an example to the staff and encouraging them to deliver the highest standard of service and presentation at all times.
• You will need to be someone who can communicate well with people from all cultures, as you will need to make sure that everything is prepared and presented superbly.
• There are times when this job can be very busy and very demanding – so working well under pressure is essential.
• Must possess excellent communication skills and have the ability to organise a team of people to work with you, as well as for you.
• You will have complete responsibility for managing all properties and service employees.
• The successful applicant needs a “Can Do” attitude and be somebody who is not ‘thrown’ by anything.
• There is a team of staff to manage at present, although with further recruitment taking place, staff will be increased, and you will manage the recruitment, training, etc.
• Previous household experience and a patient and sympathetic manner is essential.
• Budget management
• Child friendly
• Accommodation provided and top negotiable salary.

Energetic, pro-active, well organised, self sufficient, experienced Housekeeper to assist with the day to day management and running of a large family home in Dublin suburbs. There are 2 dogs and grown up children who visit regularly. The average working day will be 10am to 6pm but with flexibility as needed. Working closely with the house manager.

Duties will include but not limited to:

• Ensuring the overall housekeeping function and smooth running of a busy household on a daily basis with responsibility for supervision of 2 cleaners. You will organise rota’s – arrange holiday cover and keep records.
• Running personal errands and shopping for the family, as requested.
• Ordering household items, as required.
• Overseeing weekly flowers; daily maintenance of the flowers.
• Coordinating with external suppliers such as dry cleaning/ Linen ironing service.
• Ensuring all aspects of the house are in order; cleaned to a high standard and all rooms presented and comfortable.

This is a hands on position with detailed cleaning, washing and ironing involved:

• Feel comfortable dealing with specialist fabrics and surfaces
• Packing and unpacking for travelling, as requested.
• To be responsible for the family’s wardrobe maintenance and organisation.

This is a very busy, relaxed and friendly household, but with high standards. This position is suitable for a flexible and dedicated person who is well organised and pro active, it may be necessary on occasion for you to travel to other homes ahead of the family both in Europe. EU passport and driving licence essential.

Salary negotiable depending on previous experience - 2 bedroom separate apartment approx.
10 min walk away from the main house, use of a car for work duties and 2 days off per week.

Strictly non-smokers and sorry no pets. 

GENERAL MANAGER – LUXURY ESTATE

In the Middle East

with above average tax-free salary package and excellent benefits.

We are looking for candidates with a superior background as a GM in a 5* International Hotel chain, (Leading Hotels of the World, or similar level,) with a minimum 5 years’ experience, or in a high-end luxury environment, with a significant private real estate portfolio and/or within Royal/Presidential households. 

Candidates need to have experience in pre-opening phases and set-up along with a wide range of operation involvement together with an excellent understanding of  true Luxury concept. You must have worked in at least 3 different countries, including Europe and be comfortable in dealing with UHNW individuals, VVIP's and Diplomats as well as their family offices.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Overseeing a large private luxury property in the Middle East, you will have the responsibility to oversee, coordinate and direct all aspects of the activities of the property. You will ensure that all hospitality related services are delivered in an elevated, professional and fitting manner.

- Responsible for a large number of staff from varied nationalities

- Planning, organising and directing all operations and services, including

  Food & Beverage (Production and Service), Housekeeping & Laundry,

  Health & Safety, along with Food Hygiene, Guest Reception and Handling,

  and Maintenance, including Landscaping

- Overseeing Human Resources

- Overseeing purchases required for the Property

- Maintaining inventory and stock control on all items in the Property

- Maintaining a budgetary plan, keeping accounts of all purchases and

  petty cash

- Overseeing contractors and other companies that are involved in any

  work on the Property

 Skills & Abilities:

 - Experience in calculating and preparing operating budgets

- Experience of large scale operations

- Ability to write reports and procedures

- Leadership skills and capable of delegating tasks and motivating a large

  team

- Detailed knowledge of purchasing, ordering, receiving, costing and

  inventory procedures

- An eye for detail and creativity to provide the best experience to guests

Notes:

- Female or Male

- Fluent in English (spoken & written)

- Other languages would be a great plus

- Non-smoker preferred

- No visible tattoos

- Minimum 4-year Management or Leadership degree in Hospitality

- Proficiency in MS Office Applications

Starting Date:

ASAP

Salary Package:

WELL ABOVE AVERAGE, TAX-FREE SALARY

RETURN FLIGHTS HOME

MEDICAL INSURANCE

EXCELLENT ACCOMMODATION ALLOWANCE

2 MONTHS ANNUAL LEAVE

12-MONTH RENEWABLE CONTRACT

HOUSEKEEPER

Live out or live in – 8-5 Monday to Friday when principal are not in residence.

French Speaker & Driver essential

Part residence family home in the canton of Vaud.

The residence is used by the family of 5 ( including 3 children 16,14 and 11yrs and pet dog) during school holidays. The family live in London and have a summer home in France and a chalet for the Winter Season in the Swiss Mountains. You may be asked to travel to these properties on occasion.

When the family are not in residence you will be required to keep the property in tip top order but working hours can be less. However, when the property is occupied longer hours and days will be required.

The role requires a self sufficient and pro active housekeeper with an eye for detail. Duties will include daily cleaning, washing and ironing to a high standard. You will need to be familiar with high end fabrics and special finishes, working to a high standard, with attention to detail and keeping an immaculate home.

You will also be responsible for household provisioning, errands and local shopping but there is no cooking required. Experience in table service, flower arranging is a plus but training will be available if required. You will report to the house manager who is based on the property, but he travels frequently, a garden team is also employed. When the property is full, additional local housekeeping assistance is available.

This is a uniformed position, black trousers and white top, a separate flat is provided if you wish to live in.

SALARY NEGOTIABLE DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE – 2 DAYS OFF PER WEEK. DRIVER ESSENTIAL. FRENCH SPEAKER & NON SMOKER ESSENTIAL 

TRAVELLING HOUSEKEEPER

SWITZERLAND WITH TRAVEL

Main Responsibilities:

• You will attend to the needs of the family at their different residences (in Switzerland and abroad) and be present several months a year on board their Vessel
• You will provide outstanding housekeeping service to the changing needs of the family, anticipating the needs of the principals, working closely and reporting to the head Butler. The job entails working with the rest of the housekeeping and service team, as well as the personal assistants of the Principals and other departments such as Security.
• You will maintain impeccable standards throughout the home and the yacht and provide hands-on service in areas such as cleaning, tidying, laundry, ironing, wardrobe organization, meal service and packing will also be required.

You will carry out the following household tasks during different shifts on a daily basis at the house and on the yacht:

• Clean the bedrooms and bathrooms, common rooms and other areas of the estate
• Vacuum and clean floors, carpets and other surfaces such as windows and hard floors
• Dusting and polishing of all surfaces
• Tidy clothing and pack & unpack travel cases
• Prepare the breakfast table and clear the kitchen
• Assist in other meal and event service when required
• Carry out the cleaning and storage of seasonal clothing
• Wash clothing and laundry, clean household fabrics
• Iron the clothes and linen
• Turndown beds and prepare rooms for the evening

In the Swiss properties you will report to the Swiss Residence Manager and on board the Yacht to the Lead Housekeeper and assist in all areas of interior.  The housekeeper will spend most of the time in Switzerland between the main property (9 months) and the Swiss Alps (2.5 months in winter,) with some trips to London and on board the yacht.  Main language in the household with the staff is French. Everyone speaks a bit of English.

Start date: ASAP

Salary per month: 4900 CHF net negotiable with use of a large shared flat with own suite.

Annual holidays: 20 days

Hours per week: 45 hours

TRAVELLING VALET/BUTLER-

Highly recommended role, with a long-term Hutchinson’s client who is well known as being an outstanding client and whose staff stay with them in the very long-term. 

This role is suitable for an experienced butler/valet who wants to travel extensively worldwide.    

A quiet, professional, and elegantly presented person is required, with formal service and traditional valeting skills -the ability to press suits, shirts, polish shoes, pack, organise the wardrobe and required to undertake, lay out clothing and generally act in a traditional “Gentleman’s’ Gentleman” role. 

Full staff is employed in each house to ensure that there is full personal cover for these delightful clients.  Some nursing experience would be a bonus. 

Salary £55,000 Gross per annum.   FLUENT FRENCH AND ENGLISH

RESIDENTIAL HOUSEKEEPER

Experienced housekeeper required for large Country house in Rural Ireland. The Main House consists seven bedrooms, several entertaining rooms and recreational facilities spread throughout four floors. Like many large family homes, it can be a very busy place especially during the summer months as well as during the winter holiday season. The Principal has three adult children, and nine grandchildren aged between 4-12 years of age. Therefore a child and dog friendly housekeeper is essential.

 The household is fully staffed with a team of 8 staff comprising of :  Butler, 2 Private Chefs, two Housekeepers (one live-in and one live-out), a Laundry technician and two Maintenance personnel. The Housekeeping Team reports directly to the House Butler.

The housekeepers are expected to perform their duties to the highest standard with great attention to detail. Housekeepers are also expected to adhere to the health and safety standards and regulations.

The general cleanliness of the Main House falls under the responsibility of the housekeepers. The Family Room is the place where the Family spends most of their time as well as taking their meals and hosting smaller dinner parties and other social meetings. Therefore the morning routine first focuses on cleaning and servicing the Family Room from the night before. The daily housekeeper starts at 0900 hrs. After the Family and Guests vacate their bedrooms, those rooms are serviced.

Hours of work: 

The live-in housekeeper is required to work from 0700 hrs to 1500 hrs with 2 breaks during the day. The food, when on duty is provided by the House Chefs and consumed in the Staff dining room.

Work schedule: 

The live-in housekeeper is expected to work from Monday till the Wednesday of the following week and then to take 4 days off (Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday) and return to work the Monday after for  another 10 days shift. 

The live-in housekeeper is expected to work over the Christmas holiday unless if Christmas falls to those above mentioned days off. 

Accommodation: 

Private en suite bedroom is provided with a shared open plan kitchen/living room within the two bedroom staff wing of the Main House. 

SALARY between 26-30,000 Euros per annum depending on experience. High end private household or 5* hotel experience is essential to this role. Fluent English and Non Smoker essential

CANADA (TORONTO) WITH travel to PROVENCE in France.

House Manager / Estate Manager.  OPEN TO APPLICANTS LEGALLY ENTITLED TO WORK IN CANADA ONLY.

Position Overview:

Seeking an experienced House Manager / Estate Manager who will oversee the day-to day operations of a Toronto residence and who will have the general oversight of a second vacation home in France.

In France the candidate will work with the France House Manager to ensure high-level management of the property including any major construction and maintenance projects, and the upkeep of household manuals.  In Toronto, the candidate will be much more hands on, responsible for all the details of the home.  Both homes have appropriate additional housekeeping staff.

For both residences, the successful candidate will be one that thrives in an environment with defined processes and standards. They enjoy maintaining and developing the manuals and checklists that support a well-organized home. The position requires a high energy individual with an excellent work ethic and a sense of pride in work well done. And importantly, the candidate understands that all assigned tasks are taken on with full ownership, and seen through to completion, in a timely manner.

This role requires that the candidate be comfortable working in close collaboration with a very hands-on homeowner who cares greatly for their home. Daily “touch base” meetings, weekly reports, and an open and constant dialogue define the management style of the principal

Finally, both homes are highly cultured, semi-formal, but are kept to the highest standards.  Busy houses, the life in the homes is not precious, but it is demanding.

OPEN TO APPLICANTS LEGALLY ENTITLED TO WORK IN CANADA ONLY.

 Primary Responsibilities:

• Work with all staff and services to maintain household and property standards
• Manage, hire and train all household staff. Establish reporting systems and ensure that housekeepers are performing in accordance with expectations.  Work with each housekeeper to ensure that they understand the expectations of their position and the standards of the Principal.
• Ensure that all household manuals are updated regularly for both residences, keeping the Toronto manuals current and working with the France Household Manager for the manuals in the home in France
• Manage all household inventories

• Screen and oversee all trades and services, including contractors and small construction projects

• Oversee household security and safety; ensure that protocols are maintained by all staff

• Manage Evening detailing of the property ensuring that all surface are kept clear, any maintenance issues are identified quickly and that the home is put at the ready for the principal’s evening

• Manage all maintenance systems

• Manage an extensive art collection and wine collection in conjunction with the EPA

• Organization of major storage areas in the home and offsite.
• Event planning, execution and logistics; entertaining is hands on and to the highest standard

• Installation of holiday décor

• Vehicle maintenance and occasional driving
• Able to be hands on with all housekeeping roles if required, including light cooking
• Other duties as required

Skills and Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years and preferably 10 years previous experience working in a semi-formal or formal residence in a management role
• Ability to thrive in a team-based environment; develop and maintain positive relationships with, staff, trades and services
• Excellent communication; ability to understand the importance of knowledge sharing and consistent reporting.
• An ability to manage, coach and motivate housekeeping staff
• An ability to explain process and goals to housekeeping staff
• An ability to breakdown large projects into step-by-step processes
• Thorough knowledge of household technology and mechanical systems
• Must be computer proficient using a Windows operating system, and comfortable solving basic tech problems
• Must be highly organized and willing to work with the Principal and understand their

          preferred organizational systems

• Energetic problem solving with the ability to take the initiative
• Effective time management with strong execution and completion strategies
• Polished, professional and respectful; a quiet presence in the household
• Highly discreet in preserving the confidentiality and privacy of the family
• Post-Secondary education would be an asset
• Able to travel to France 2-3 times yearly for short trips of 2-3 weeks at a time
• Proficiency in French would be expected
• Knowledge of gardens and horticulture would be an asset
• Legally entitled to work in Canada
• Valid driver’s license and passport

Regular workdays are Monday to Friday, but flexibility is required for occasional weekends.

Availability for maintenance emergencies is essential.

Excellent salary and benefits for the right candidate.

HEAD GARDENER/ESTATE MANAGER- EYGALIERES- PROVENCE-ALPES COTE D’AZUR.

LIVE OUT POSITION – NO ACCOMMODATION

The village of Eygalières is a small French village, located in the south east of France, in the French Les Alpilles region of Provence.

This is a superb, new position for a fluent English and French speaking horticulturist with ability to maintain, to a very high standard, 1 acre of gardens. The position will require someone very knowledgeable in plant material, trees and shrubs and somebody who is able to work closely with the owner, who is herself extremely knowledgeable, loves her gardens and has special ideas and projects in mind for this newly acquired property.  Renovation work will commence on the house in April and is expected to be ongoing for 18 months.

It would be especially helpful if the successful applicant was knowledgeable in the Dutch/German landscape tradition of Piet Ouldolf, though not essential.

Candidates should be superb plantsmen, experienced in all aspects of the gardening year and able to communicate well.  Must be able to coordinate and develop any further areas of the property as required, working alongside the employer, landscaper and outside contractors. A team player is required, with the ability to muck in and somebody who is willing to help this charming owner with running odd errands and to assist when and where needed.  A “Can Do” attitude is essential. Duties will include sole care of the gardens and the exterior of the residence.  You will be required also to maintain the annual garden manual, keeping photographic updates as well as a written record. 

Candidates must be able to grow and maintain a large variety of high-quality plants, maintain electrics/garden lighting and automatic watering, manage the weekly garden maintenance team, deal with outside contractors and visitors to the estate and care for the swimming pool. Excellent people-skills required.   Negotiable salary, together with vehicle for work related hours.  Hours normally 8am-4pm Monday-Friday.   Accommodation not offered but an excellent salary and package is available for a highly skilled and qualified candidate.   Top notch experience with checkable references and DBS disclosure.   Start as soon as possible.

HOUSEHOLD/STAFF MANAGER- NIGERIA/EUROPE (LONDON AND FRANCE) and USA.  Superb job for a  highly experienced, immaculately presented household and staff manager, who is able to run the 2 residences in Lagos, (once of which is on Banana Island,) another in London, France and a new build taking place in the USA.

The client is a supreme businesswoman, who works long hours and has a small child.  Her partner is a well-known public figure.  We are looking for a candidate with strong residence and staff management ability, but who despite being firm, has a good team spirit and is respectful and nice to his or her team of staff.  Each residence is very fully staffed. 

You should be highly experienced in running household budgets, inventory and stock control records, dealing with contractors and travelling ahead of the client, to ensure each of her residences is appropriately provisioned and that everything is in superb order.  

Separate apartment is offered in Lagos and own self-contained accommodation in the other residences. Salary in the region of £120,000-£150,000 per annum depending on age and experience plus benefits.  Top class private service background and excellent references are required

PERSONAL TRAINER REQUIRED.  BASED IN THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES WITH WORLDWIDE TRAVEL. 

We have a very lovely job for an experienced personal trainer who has excellent knowledge of training private clients and who has an excellent knowledge of nutrition.  Although a chef is employed, you will be working closely with her, putting together menus and weekly food diaries/plans for the 3 lady employers. 

Duties will be to train the ladies every day and to travel with them and their families when they go away.  Excellent, all found self-contained accommodation is provided, together with full medical insurance and a car is provided.

We seek a fit, energetic and experienced person who has had excellent experience of working with female clients, preferably with a private client portfolio and who is highly trained and qualified.

Regretfully, we cannot accept applicants who have worked for other Middle Eastern Royal Families in the past 12 months.

Excellent salary on offer for the right person

DALLAS, TEXAS RESIDENTIAL HOUSEHOLD COUPLE 

Very high profile clients of mature years, but  completely independent, and absolutely delightful employers. 

On offer salary of $150,000.00 + 100 % medical coverage, 401k and a structured and very generous annual bonus.     Current employees of almost 20 years to retire.

APPLICANTS MUST BE LEGAL TO WORK IN THE US -  Green Card or US passport AND WE INSIST ON AT LEAST 10 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN UHNW PRIVATE SERVICE.  

Immediate hire, for an exceptionally experienced and caring couple to manage a large property in Dallas, with the willingness to also oversee, and occasionally travel to, Santa Barbara and Carmel.

• The homes have museum quality art, so you should have an understanding of art, its storage, maintenance, and curation
• You should have the ability to cook, set a lovely table, table scape, and plan and execute dinner parties
• This role will require you to source, negotiate and maintain contractor agreements
• You should understand HR and staff oversight responsibilities
• Financial and basic bookkeeping skills are required with the ability to adhere to a budget
• Able to communicate clearly in English
• Being tech-savvy using Microsoft office suite, e-mails and texts
• Having an aesthetic sense
• The ability to document and maintain manuals, updating and implementing new SOP’s

Additional responsibilities include:

• Housekeeping 
• Managing household supplies
• Household / grounds maintenance
• Laundry and dry-cleaning tracking
• Tending to the gardens& pressure washing
• Season planning and décor management
• Detailed calendar management
• Document and inventory.

Our clients are looking for a proactive couple who don’t need to be micromanaged.

The right couple will have complete oversight and report to one of our client’s children and CFO.  All the support mechanisms are in place to succeed.

This is a rare and wonderful opportunity for a couple that has 10 years’ or more experience, and a willingness to relocate or currently live in Dallas. You must have long-term intentions and a record of longevity in previous employment to be considered. Must be able to pass a detailed background check (no exceptions).

Only the most experienced professional please. Generally, Monday to -Friday working with occasional weekend support. Flexibly with scheduling would be appreciated.

This is a live-in position

Competitive salary and structured bonus

Benefits

Immediate Hire

Excellent references

Clean Driver’s License & and able to pass a Level-3 Background check

MUST be legal to work in the United States

Local candidates preferred. May consider relocations.

The ability to respect privacy and maintain confidentially is a must. 

NEW YORK/LOS ANGELES/ SOUTH OF FRANCE/ COUNTY DUBLIN - SOUTHERN IRELAND - RESIDENTIAL, ENERGETIC, PROACTIVE HOUSEHOLD MANAGER capable of INFORMAL BUTLER/FRONT OF HOUSE duties.  Long Term Hutchinson’s client is looking for a top-notch household manager, able to undertake informal table and beverage service and who has excellent front of house skills.  This is for a family with 3 grown up children. One residence is approx.40 mins from Central Dublin.  There is a good deal of travel between other homes in South of France and the 2 homes in the USA, so essential that you have freedom to travel.

You will need to be able to take on the total running of this and the overseas homes, managing all aspects of the household staff, dealing with rotas, inventory and stock control, undertaking household accounts and travelling ahead of the family, to ensure that each home is prepared in readiness for their arrival.  Each property is staffed; however, you will need to have a broad knowledge in all aspects of running HNW homes, be hands on in housekeeping when needed and be willing to pack and unpack and undertake wardrobe care, executing a wide range of personal assistant duties and managing several large properties internationally.

Responsible for household and project management in multiple locations across continents

• Recruiting, training and supervision of the household employees, creating operation manuals
• Research and negotiation with vendors, contractors, maintenance providers.
• Creating data base systems for each property and extensive, detailed photographic inventories.
• Diary, travel management and event planning.
• Sourcing and setting up of residences for high end rentals.

You will undertake local shopping for the households, occasional driving for the general day to day running of the home(s) is essential.  

Specific Responsibilities:  you must be well organised, self-sufficient and duties will include but not be limited to:

• Ensuring the overall smooth running of a busy household on a daily basis, with responsibility for the training and supervision of domestic staff, including a full-time housekeeper, a cleaner and a part time laundress.
• Ensuring food, groceries and medication levels in house are maintained, as per a detailed schedule/ Inventory supplies.
• Running personal errands and shopping for the family, as requested.
• Ordering household items, as required
• Overseeing weekly flower orders.
• Coordinating with external suppliers such as dry cleaning/ Linen ironing service, butcher and drinks.
• Ensuring all aspects of the house are in order; arranging contractors to undertake household maintenance as necessary.
• Feel comfortable dealing with specialist fabrics and surfaces
• Coordinating travel arrangements and preparation for travel to other international properties.
• Packing and unpacking for travelling, as requested.  
• To be responsible for the family's wardrobe maintenance and organisation.
• Compilation of records, maintenance and updating of household manual and Inventories. 
• Effectively managing household accounts. Credit card / Petty cash.

 This is a relaxed household, but with high standards and you will be required to ensure the Owner and family have any equipment they require at all times, and that it is ready for use. Ensure all Guests visiting have all of their requirements met. This includes informal Front of House duties, training of junior staff and fulfil any ad hoc requests from the Owner, family and Guests or Estate Manager.

SALARY NEGOTIABLE depending on previous experience. Separate 2-bedroom apartment provided, sorry no pets or dependents. Strictly Non-Smoker with excellent references essential. UK or EU Passport and full driving license essential (HU3356)

ALGARVE -PORTUGAL
EXP DOMESTIC COUPLE

Experienced domestic couple with at least 7 yrs. in a similar position, is required to have sole care and responsibility of this large property (1,500 m2) throughout the year. Primarily a holiday home, used by the principals and their family, guests and friends at periods throughout the year but mainly summer months. The property stands in one acre of gardens and a part time gardener is employed. This is a large property and physical fitness and energy is essential for the role.

Main duties between the couple are

• Cleaning and maintenance of all rooms, bathrooms, and communal areas
• Laundry and ironing
• Serving
• Light cooking if required
• Provisioning – shopping management
• Receive and serve guests
• Contact service providers and suppliers
• Accounts reporting and management
• General maintenance of the property to include external cleaning, equipment maintenance, painting, minor repairs, pool, and HVAC & solar panel maintenance.
• Car valeting
• Security of the property
• Ensure correct functioning of all equipment and automation.

Both must be very well presented and offer high end service, maintain the property in a spotless condition and be ready to receive the principals or their guests at any time. When the principals visit, they usually bring a team of staff with them, which includes 2 housekeepers, a chef and nanny.

SALARY circa 3-4,000 Euros per month. 2 BEDROOM SEPARATE HOUSE ON THE PROPERTY WILL BE PROVIDED. FIRST CLASS WRITTEN REFERENCES ARE REQUIRED – STRICTLY NON-SMOKERS AND NO PETS OR DEPENDANT CHILDREN. Ideally both to drive. Fluent English essential, Portuguese a bonus but not essential. Pls note when the principals are in residence you will work a 6-day week and take time back when they are away. (HU3581)

PERSONAL ASSISTANT
SOUTH OF FRANCE- LIVE OUT-MUST BE ABLE TO WORK FROM HOME
FLUENT ENGLISH, FRENCH, RUSSIAN ESSENTIAL

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) 

BUTLER -RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA

An experienced butler is required to provide full butler service for a private residence in Riyadh. 

Applicants must demonstrate the highest levels of confidentiality and privacy, to promptly provide exceptional levels of personalised service to the Principal and set a positive example to other Butlers in order to maintain consistent delivery of the Principal’s special requests at all times and in all environments.  Other duties will include welcoming and greeting the Principal, escorting the Principal to his accommodation, packing and unpacking.  You will also provide a personalized service, demonstrating a sense of urgency, priority, and dedication.  You should be proactive, with the ability to anticipate and respond to the Principals’ needs and requests, while effectively liaising with respective departments to expedite the delivery of the requested products and services. 

Additional duties will include maintaining inventory and stocks, F&B service, maintaining records.   You must be able to work effectively and efficiently with all relevant departments, external service providers and employees, to ensure effective and efficient service delivery.  Organize and supervise the activities assigned by Head Butler, to ensure that all work activities are carried out in an efficient manner and in accordance with set individual targets.  Be able to acknowledge, welcome and greet the Principal, using the appropriate levels of discretion and the correct forms of address.  

Financial Responsibility ▪ Manage effectively and responsibly supplies and equipment as directed by head butler.

Education: Diploma or equivalent in Food and Beverage Service, with 7 years’ experience in a similar capacity.

You should be service oriented, with exceptional attention to detail, adaptable, trustworthy.  Good negotiable salary based on experience.  Accommodation provided.   (HU3541)

HOUSEHOLD MANAGER/ASSISTANT TO GENERAL MANAGER - DOHA VICINITY QATAR

A newly created position for this charming, young Qatari lady employer who has 5 children under the age of 10 years.  We seek an immaculately presented, highly experienced House Manager to oversee an extensive team of staff, with further new employees probably being taken on for the new residence.  Ideally, not only will you have excellent high-profile experience within a formal private residence, you ideally may have experience previously from a 5* luxury Hotel background. 

It is important that you have an exceptional eye for detail and knowledge in the care all aspects of running a major property, which has a staff in the region of 250 people from all over the globe.

Somebody with a real knowledge of the concept of true luxury and who will ensure that the residence is always run to the highest standard, reporting to the General Manager. 

An adaptable, quick thinking person is required and somebody who will appreciate this clients’ gorgeous home and want to love and enhance it, noticing things that require repair and arranging it without troubling the principal and dealing with snagging issues within the newly build palace.  You will ideally have had experience in running and arranging large events and business meetings and perhaps have come from a 5* luxury hotel background originally.  You will be responsible for sourcing items for the Principal, arranging staff manuals, helping at events, purchasing any personal items for the Principal and generally being highly discreet, flexible, and adaptable.

Excellent TOP salary and accommodation on offer for the right person who should have superb references and excellent private house experience.   Travel to other residences within Qatar and eventually internationally.  (HU3590)

HEAD HOUSEKEEPER DOHA VICINITY QATAR

A newly created position for this charming, young Qatari lady employer who has 5 children under the age of 10 years.  We seek an immaculately presented, highly experienced Head Housekeeper to oversee a team of 8-10 housekeepers, with further new employees probably being taken on for the new residence.  Ideally, not only will you have excellent high-profile experience within a formal private residence, you ideally may have experience previously from a 5* luxury Hotel background as a Head Housekeeper.

It is important that you have an exceptional eye for detail and knowledge in the care of fine clothing, linens, furnishing fabrics, china, glass, and crystal.  This client has a love of gorgeous blown glass objects and has large chandeliers and ornaments all over her residences and you will be required to supervise the care of these items.

Somebody with a real knowledge of the concept of true luxury and who will enjoy making attractive towel displays around the swimming pool and spa area, ensure that there are always cold drinks, sun screen, a display of fine perfumes and such like available.  A person therefore who knows all about providing the finer touches for this client and her friends and family.  A lady’s maid is employed to care for the Principal’s wardrobe and you should have the ability to work well with this lady and to oversee and train the junior housekeeping staff in a fair, gentle and discreet manner.

An adaptable, quick thinking person is required and somebody who will appreciate this clients’ gorgeous home and want to love and enhance it.

Excellent TOP salary and accommodation on offer for the right person who should have superb references and excellent private house experience.   Travel to other residences within Qatar and eventually internationally.  (HU3591)

Head of Service/Head Butler -Doha Vicinity-Qatar

A newly created position for this charming, young Qatari lady employer, who has 5 children under the age of 10 years.  We seek an immaculately presented, highly experienced F&B Manager/Head Butler, for a new a residence which has recently been constructed.  You will head a team of young waitresses and we seek somebody who has experience in large function and event planning and who understands the concept of true luxury and FORMAL food and beverage service.  You will have great attention and a superb work ethic and etiquette with which to train and supervise your staff. 

Although the employer is a young woman, she appreciates formal service at all times, even for small family gatherings.  Ideally you will have had experience of funning formal events and business meetings and perhaps have had a background in top level Hotel Events and Functions in the past at 5* level. 

You will oversee the service of lunch and dinner daily and may be required to travel to other houses within Qatar, eventually with some international travel. 

A discreet, quiet, and very service-oriented person is required for this role.  Somebody who is truly understanding of the concept of formal butler service and who genuinely loves their work.  Adaptable, responsible and a quick thinker, with the ability to lead the Service Team.  Ability to train and supervise the staff while working alongside them.  Previous experience in a top Claire private residence essential.  Perhaps with a background from Buckingham Palace or Stately homes.  Top salary and accommodation on offer.  (HU3592)