18 International jobs available:

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 (LIVE OUT)
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 House Manager (LIVE OUT)
South of France
Essential Requirements: Fluent French and English, previous private house experience, administrative and leadership skills, great attention to detail

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. (HU3925)

EXPERIENCED HOUSEKEEPER & FAMILY COOK
Blackrock, South County Dublin
40 HRS MONDAY TO FRIDAY
8am - 4pm with one day per week 12-7pm
Essential Requirements: Child friendly, flexible experienced housekeeper, capable to prepare fresh simple family dishes, driver essential

Family of five (3 children 14, 11, 7yrs) no pets. Professional working principals require an experienced proactive and flexible housekeeper, capable to run and manage the household on a day-to-day basis and be responsible for the day to day housekeeping function, assisting with cleaning, tidying, washing and ironing and cooking. A cleaner is also employed once per week.
Cooking is good family level. All ingredients are fresh, you will need to prepare vegetables, fruit juices, soups, salads, fresh sauces for pasta and keep prepared dishes for reheating in the fridge.

The children are mostly independent, but you will need to assist with local school runs and collection once per day, and occasionally oversee the children until the parents return, but more supervision that actual childcare. Running errands, dealing with contractors, arranging deliveries and repairs are all part of the role.

Both principals work full time and lead busy professional lives. They occasionally may ask you to extend your hours, but always with plenty of notice. The family are away every July & August during which time you can adapt your working hours or take holiday.

SALARY 45,000 Euros Gross per annum. Driver essential. ASAP Start. (HU3932)

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)

GOVERNESS 
KUWAIT
Essential requirements: Pervious experience working as a Governess

A VIP client of ours is looking for a very experienced Governess for two fun loving little boys aged 4 1/2 and 7 years old.  Both attend an American School each day and you will be required to support their education. They are very bright children who love to learn and are advanced in their reading.  They attend various activities and like to be busy. They love sports and enjoy playing football. It is important for the Governess to be engaging. The clients travel throughout the year and have a second home in central London. The trips to London are always filled with theatre trips, museums, adventure play etc.

The ideal candidate must be confident when it comes to the educational support and have worked in a similar role. Communication and organisational skills are important and being able to work in a team environment as this is a fully staffed household. Previous experience working in the Middle East is preferable along with a good knowledge of London.

You will be required to work 6 days a week - 12 hours a day (however, every so often you will be given two consecutive days off.)  Flexibility is required during travel periods.

This is a lovely family to work for and you will have fun with the little boys. Staff stay long term with the clients. You will be made to feel very welcome by the family and they want you to be very much part of the boys’ lives.

Separate accommodation and a car for your personal use.  TOP salary for the right candidate.  (HU3980)

COIRAC – FRANCE
1 hr South of Bordeaux
GUARDIENNE Estate COUPLE
Gardener, Grounds-Person/ Handyperson/Security/Driver/Housekeeper
Wonderful position in a very beautiful but rural part of South West France.
The small six-bedroom chateau is the holiday home of overseas owners. The family of five, which includes 3 adult children, currently use the property an average of 12 weeks during a year, mostly summer months and Christmas. Set in 40 hectares of land, with wonderful cycle rides, shooting and walking for people who enjoy the outdoor lifestyle.

This is a “lifestyle position” living in rural French countryside, but “on duty “ when the owners and their family are in residence. Outside these times generally maintaining and caring for the grounds and gardens, keeping the Chateau clean and aired and ensuring security of the property.

Duties between the couple will be general housekeeping – maintaining a clean interior and dealing with the laundry and shopping when the owners are in residence.
No specific cooking duties are required as the lady of the house loves to cook, but general kitchen assistance and help with occasional dinner parties is expected.
There are 3 acres of formal gardens with large areas of lawns, hedges and roses which must be maintained to a high standard.

You will need to drive the tractor to cut large areas of grassland, chainsaw work, strimming and caring for a potager and orchard. There is a pool and tennis court, the pool has a maintenance contract which will need supervising. Other duties will include caring for garden furniture, maintaining the 2 cars, doing the airport run and managing petty cash and household bills. Liaising with the owners by email and arranging local contractors when needed. DIY skills essential for the day to day routine maintenance of the property.
Lovely 2 bedroom house on the estate, with its own garden area. It is essential that the couple enjoy a rural lifestyle, are self sufficient and self directing and have previous experience working in domestic service. There are no pets on the property but a dog/cat is welcome.

Salary commensurate to experience WORKING KNOWLEDGE OF FRENCH ESSENTIAL. Both must drive due to rural location. (REF HU1556) Current couple of nine years highly recommend.

HANDS-ON HEAD HOUSEKEEPER
Co Tipperary, Ireland
Live on or Live out
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 will shortly lose their current head housekeeper to retirement after many years of service.
A wonderful opportunity for a long-term employment in a beautiful rural countryside location.
This is a large formal fully staffed home where all staff stay very long term.
The housekeeping team is made up of six, the head housekeeper and her team of five.

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.

The shifts are morning or evening, 5 shifts a week, either 8am to 4pm or 1pm to 9pm. The working days are on a rotating basis, so each housekeeper works weekends once or twice a month. The head housekeeper is responsible for the management of the team of housekeepers and will manage rotas etc.

The family travel for 5 months during Winter months, but this vacancy does not require the head housekeeper to travel with the family.
You need to be very flexible, be a good team player and really enjoy the countryside.
Previous experience of formal house domestic service a big advantage to this vacancy.

Self contained accommodation will be available on site if required.
Salary in Euro’s- Negotiable depending upon experience. Excellent references, Driving Licence and Fluent English essential. ASAP Start. (HU3950)

HEAD CHEF
Doha, Qatar
Essential Requirements: Previous private house experience, international repertoire of cuisine, kitchen management, fluent English and Arabic 

An experienced and talented chef is required by a VIP family in Doha, Qatar, to provide fresh, nutritious and seasonal food for two adults and four children, with occasional guests.

Supervising two other chefs it is imperative that all food is beautifully presented and that special attention is given to ensuring variety and nutritional balance.  Of particular performance is the ability to provide a variety of dishes to appeal to the children.

The following skills/experience are required:

• A minimum of 5 years private household experience
• Ability to cook all types of Arabic food
• Ability to cook Mediterranean and European food
• Excellent experience with vegetarian food
• Experience of sourcing and ordering of new products
• Complete responsibility for cleanliness of kitchen and hygienic storage of food

Salary will be negotiable with a generous allowance for transport and accommodation.  Six-day week with one month vacation a year and a return ticket. Candidates must be fluent in English and Arabic. (HU3945)

HOUSE MANAGER
Doha, Qatar
Essential requirements: Previous private house experience, F&B, ability to train staff, good administrative skills

An experienced house manager is required to Oversee the smooth running of the existing property whilst also assisting with the planning of a new property anticipated to be ready in 12 to 18 months. 

Overall responsibility for the entire property and preferably with excellent experience in, or significant management of, Housekeeping (including) and F&B Service. 

Working with a team of approximately 20 staff, you will have excellent leadership skills and operate at the highest levels. 

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

Experience in a VIP Middle Eastern household is strongly preferred. 

Excellent negotiable package which is tax free at source with private medical insurance, return ticket annually for one month leave period.   Salary Circa 7,500-8,500 GBP tax free per month with an allowance for accommodation and transportation.  Flexible six-day week. Two months free annually. (HU3957)

HOUSE/LIFESTYLE MANAGER/PERSONAL ASSISTANT
Germany with Worldwide Travel
Essential Requirements: Previous private house experience, global property management, flexibility

A unique position for an UHNWI client with a portfolio of global properties. Our client’s permanent residence is in Germany. Time is spent between the permanent residence, Spain, South Africa and Bahamas and other locations worldwide, therefore flexibility to travel is essential.

We seek a top professional, capable of providing outstanding hands-on skills in the total oversight and running of the various residences and travelling with the principal, to ensure that all his needs are met and his homes are run to the very highest standards. You will be responsible for personal F & B service on occasion at more remote locations and the organisation of events and functions, provisioning, staffing and ensuring the general smooth running of the clients’ lifestyle.

We seek an immaculately presented, professional person, who strives to provide the best-of-the best and always ensures a highly luxurious surrounding ambience and staff service. Energetic, dynamic and humble personality with a proven track record in running and maintaining important residences and working at the highest levels. Impeccable references required.

Accommodation of a high standard will be provided globally. Client operates a rota system for this important position to be discussed on job offer. Top salary and conditions for the right person. German speaker is a plus but NOT essential. (HU3946) ON HOLD

HOUSEKEEPER                                                                                                                            
Dubai, UAE 
Essential Requirements: Previous private house experience, excellent laundry and ironing skills, flexibility, team player

An experienced Housekeeper is required for a formal residence located in Dubai. The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring the overall cleanliness and organization of the residence.

Candidate Profile:

The candidate will need to be experienced and well-rounded housekeeping professional who enjoys keeping a clean and organized home. You have a strong understanding of household hygiene and cleaning best practices. 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 working on your own the majority of the time.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Daily housekeeping to include dusting, vacuuming, kitchen and bathroom cleaning, washing floors
• Meal preparation, basic table setting and cooking as required
• Care of fine furnishings, fixtures, fabrics, finishes, and surfaces
• Daily laundry, ironing and steaming
• Special projects include, but not limited to, quarterly deep cleans, household cupboard and closet cleaning and reorganization
• Other duties as required from time to time

Applicant Qualities:

• Must have previous experience working in a formal residence
• Excellent housekeeping, laundry and ironing skills; correct use of products and methods for fine finishes and surfaces
• Flexible to work evenings and weekends as required

• Must maintain privacy and confidentiality at all times, exercise diplomacy, discretion and respect of boundaries
• Applicants must be service oriented with excellent English communication skills.

This position is full-time, live-in with a flexible work schedule. Negotiable salary based on experience. (HU3961)

PRIVATE YACHT CHEF
MONACO with travel to 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 HOUSE MANAGER/HEAD OF HOUSEKEEPING
Doha, Qatar

An experienced hands on House Manager/Head of Housekeeping is required for a busy and formal household based in Doha.

You should have previous experience setting up and running a private household be self-motivated and capable of working as head of and with a team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Providing full management of the Principal’s home and its staff ensuring everything is run calmly and smoothly to the highest possible level 

• Liaising with the Chief of Staff, Finance and Household Operations over all aspects of the household management and any upcoming and ongoing requirements 

• Providing training to household staff members to enable them to provide the highest level of service possible 

• Putting Systems into place to keep the household running smoothly that can be picked up at any point by other staff members 

• Managing all the household staff within the residence 

• Co-ordinating rotas, managing cleaning routines and teaching of other staff to provide the highest service levels possible 

• Overseeing the general smooth running of the household ensuring the highest levels of cleanliness are always provided 

• Making sure the residence is always immaculately presented, showing an excellent eye for detail, and assuring that the household is always aesthetically exactly to the eye of the principals 

• Proven experience of working at an incredibly fast paced environment, flexible with hours and able to cope with frequent last-minute change of plans 

• Strong staff management and diplomacy skills 

• Confident to direct other staff and liaise with the senior operational team and the Private office 

• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail providing high standards 

• Excellent communication skills, detail orientated and meticulous 

• Discretion and confidentiality are key within the household

This is a full time position, 6 days per week. Accommodation provided, 4 weeks annual leave, 1 economy flight per year. Salary in the region of $60-70K depending on experience. (HU3964)

RESIDENTIAL PRIVATE CHEF
Limerick, Ireland

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)

Temporary Private Chef
South of France
June through August

A wonderful opportunity for a private chef to work for a private family based in the South of France. Our clients require a professional and experienced chef who can provide daily meals for the family and guests. Daily cooking will include lunch and dinner and flexibility to provide breakfast when required.

The family enjoy casual, healthy food using fresh and seasonal ingredients. You will be required to menu plan, shop, provision and produce beautifully presented, well-balanced cuisine. They enjoy Italian and Mediterranean cuisine and enjoy fish, chicken, pasta along with an assortment of salads.

An innovative chef with creative ideas who is adaptable and flexible is essential. This is a fully staffed property with long-term staff, so it is key that you are a team player.

Numbers will vary throughout the season so essential that you are able to cater for a small and larger gatherings. The family will entertain on occasion as well.

Candidates must have excellent communication skills and organisational skills along with a calm temperament and a can-do approach.

This is a seasonal, live out position based in St. Tropez. 6 day working week and occasional 7 day working week when family is in residence. Driver required. Salary negotiable based on experience. (HU3982)

TRAVELLING BUTLER
Dubai, UAE     
Essential Requirements: Previous private house experience, time management, driving licence

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 LAUNDRESS / LADY’S MAID
South of France with travel 
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.

We are looking for an experienced laundress/ Lady’s Maid to manage the household linens and wardrobes of a single mature lady between South of France & Gstaad, Switzerland.
High level of knowledge of fragile linens with perfect ironing skills and have the knowledge and ability to look after and care for beautiful clothes.

• Look after the Lady’s wardrobes to make sure that all clothes and items are well organized.
• Laundering of personal clothes and home linens to include bedlinen, towels, table clothes and napkins.
• Perfect ironing.
• Basic sewing skills to manage minor repairs.
• Packing and unpacking suitcase when the principal travel.
• Inventory of the dressing room.
• Ensure bags and jewellery are properly presented and protected.
• Laundry for guests if requested.
• Laundering of staff uniforms
• Cleaning of the laundry room
• Occasional some minor housekeeping requests may be required by the principal

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

The vacancy can be either live in or daily role. Accommodation can be provided if required.
Long term position (HU3709)