10 Butler 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. 

Looking for a highly organised lady’s maid to work closely with the lady of the house. Must be female for cultural reasons.
The job is based in Qatar but will included international travel, including frequent visits to London.

Responsibilities:

• Front of House service, meeting and greeting guests
• Accompanying the principal when requested
• Managing a VIP wardrobe and setting up a digital wardrobe inventory
• Maintaining household inventory, exhaustive, up-to-date inventories of goods.
• Accompanying the family to different countries (when requested)
• Keeping good order for the dressing table, stock and supply of cosmetics and toiletries
• Serving principal, running errands
• Set-up of residences and/or hotels to principal’s needs
• Professional packing and unpacking, coordination of luggage
• Organizing the day for the principals and coordinating with external and internal departments
• Chauffeur responsibilities when and where required during the daily schedule

Requirements:

• A keen eye for detail and a good capacity to adapt to any request or situation.
• You will be working with a team of staff and looking after family members and VIP guests so you must be competent in your skills and willing to learn new ones to meet the family’s requirements.
• You must be happy and available to travel with the family when requested.
• Able to work alone without supervision and plan for the coming days
• Tech Savvy – good knowledge of using iPhone’s, iPad’s, Macbook’s is a MUST.

Start Date: ASAP but willing to wait for the right candidate.
Salary: Negotiable
Accommodation: Own bedroom with en-suite, the client will consider live-out option after a 6 months probation trail period.
Hours & Days: 12 hours day and one day a week off. 

A private family based in Geneva is looking for an experienced, focused and motivated Butler. You will be required to provide outstanding service to the changing needs of the family, anticipating the needs of the principals, liaising with the rest of the service, kitchen and housekeeping teams. In addition to being able to maintain impeccable service standards throughout the home, the Butler provides hands-on service daily in other areas such as housekeeping.

You will work closely with the Head Butler and 2 additional butlers carrying out “white gloved” food and beverage service for all meals and preparation of drinks and cocktails. You must be highly flexible with an aptitude to adapt to changing situations.

Requirements:

• Have excellent attention to detail.
• Gain the trust of and develops rapport with internal clients
• Remains calm in difficult situations.
• Able to multitask & comfortable with all types of requests concerning the house.
• Identify areas that require improvement and suggest solutions.
• Acts as a team player and contribute to the success of the team.
• Demonstrates appropriate use of initiative.
• Previous private house experience.
• Excellent knowledge of bar service and cocktails, Oenology and table service and setup.
• Travel Flexibility
• Geneva with travel to Gstaad and London
• Fluent english and conversational french essential

5-day working week, Swiss Contract. Shared accommodation can be provided. Driver essential. 

A fantastic new position based in Saudi Arabia with extensive worldwide travel. We require a self-sufficient, flexible, professional and discreet candidate for this role.

Duties will vary and will include overseeing and ensuring the smooth running of the Principal’s main residence, managing a team of staff, administrative tasks such as: diary management, bookings, budgeting, etc. In addition, you will be required to provide full butler/valet service and thus should have excellent F&B skills as well as wardrobe management.

• Our client requires a top calibre candidate who has worked in a similar role previously.
• Discretion and dedication are essential.
• Driver essential.
• Excellent accommodation provided.
• Salary negotiable based on experience but in the region of £60,000 pa.

This is an internationally travelling role, based largely on board a mega Yacht

Main focus: to assume the role of Maitre D’Hotel/Head Butler and be the central point of communication for the Principal and all on board hospitality operations and shore side activity coordination. Be the central point of communications with regards to Daily Routine, Owners Activities, F&B Service, thus a strong private house or yacht management experience and background is essential.

Working on a rota basis of three months on and one month off, the hours are long and so a fit and healthy person, immaculately presented, with exceptional communication and F & B service skills along with perfect references. You must be able to co-ordinate different tasks, as well as be hands on dealing with all service-related requirements. Previous experience being in direct contact with Principals and hosting guests.

• 3-5 years’ Experience as a Lead/Head Butler, Household Manager, Chief Steward(ess) on a Yacht, and in Estates/ private properties is essential.
• Experience with personal service for UHNWI principals with family, children (2) and different properties and yachts is essential.
• You must be capable of organizing the frequent movements and personal travel.
• High-end table service experience as well as organizing and running large dinners and events.
• Excellent communicator and team player, able to juggle different forms of communication.
• Able to work alone without supervision and plan for the coming days.
• Experience in organizing the day for the principals and coordinating with external and internal departments.
• Experience interacting and coordinating with service suppliers and consultants; (beauticians, hairdressers, coaches and others)
• Administration and coordination experience and facility in keeping expenditures and planning agendas
• Strong ownership of tasks and projects delivered to the highest standard
• Fluent in English and another language such as German Italian or French is preferred.
• Must be EU National due to travel required.

In addition, you should possess:

• A keen eye for detail and a good capacity to adapt to any request or situation.
• Resilient to stress and able to handle requests in a professional and efficient manner.
• Able to take on the role of Airline Steward on the private jet. (Will be trained for all requirements)
• Understanding of the concepts of privacy and confidentiality, invisible and available.
• Attention to detail
• Well groomed.
• Excellent public communication skills.
• Excellent coordination skills.
• Well mannered.
• Able to Travel with the family for longer periods of time between yachts and worldwide Estates as per Principal’s requirements. Working as part of a team of 3 persons.

Tasks and areas of responsibility:

• Meal Service for the family, children and guests
• Service of cocktails, hosting functions, and service with style and class.
• Chef interaction and information relay on current and planned activities and movements
• Shipboard information relay, keeping of daily schedule, ensure coordination of daily movements
• Restaurant bookings & particularities, research and communicate dress code, late last order policy, cancellation policy, etc.
• Owner’s and guest reception – Meet & Greet at the Gangway to exchange information and requests.
• Inventory and issuance of vitamins and nutrition supplements, maintaining supplement list, bed side mise on place (keep-ready); stock /replenish when necessary
• Newspaper print out and distribution.
• Co-ordinate and interact with an array of external service suppliers (teachers, coaches, beauticians) communicating with them daily and managing their presence/leave based on the needs of the principals.
• Service supplier data base, recording regular rates, pre-agreed prices, preference information, service quality – valued regular service suppliers to ensure all changes and new agreements are up to date.
• Ordering upon owner’s request, organising purchases and order and deliveries of small to high value items, ensuring they are accounted for an and delivered promptly and stored correctly (with delegation and support from residence and vessels resources)
• Guest receipts – Ensure private orders and costs are accounted for and categorised obtaining approval when required.

TERMS:

• Salary €54,000-€75,000 pa tax free
• 90 days leave annually
• Economy flights
• Accident, Medical and Life insurance as well as Accident cover for disability and death
• Accommodation and meals or per diem during working days on board or in residence
• Uniform
  
  

Wonderful position for an immaculately groomed, German speaking Butler with outstanding presentation and excellent front of house and food and beverage service skills. This position is for a mature lady, with homes in Gstaad and St Jean Cap Ferrat – approximately 6 months spent in each residence.

The lady is a VVIP with exquisite taste and who entertains at the very highest level on a small scale.
Absolutely TOP salary (Circa 80,000 CHF) who is trained and experienced at the highest level.
Previous private residence experience preferred and excellent references.
Superb single accommodation on offer. 

DOMESTIC COUPLE

Butler -houseman – head housekeeper

Lovely new position for a dedicated and flexible, experienced domestic couple to work as part of a team taking care of this beautiful Estate near Henley on Thames.

You will need to have previous experience in taking care of the interior of a private household. This property is a combination of both formal and informal service, with great attention to detail to high standards at all times.

The Estate is fully staffed and the couple must have a flexible and positive attitude and enjoy working as part of a team. The residence is occupied half of the year mainly Spring through the summer, the main house has 9 bedrooms and there are 3 guest cottages.

The head housekeeper will ideally have previous experience overseeing a small cleaning/housekeeping team.

Duties will include:

• Housekeeping
• Taking care of antiques, brass, silver and fine fabrics.
• Houseman duties
• Butler service
• Taking care of the wine cellar.
• Turn down service
• Light family cooking when and if required
• Walking the dogs
• Occasional driving duties
• Keep the fires clean and stocked with logs

The working week is 5 days out of 7 on a rota, weekend working will be required especially when the principals are in residence. An average of 8 hours per day with any additional hours take in lieu.

Salary between £50-60,000 Gross per annum depending on experience. 2 bedroom apartment provided. Tagalog speakers very welcome.

RESIDENTIAL BUTLER/LADY’S MAID

LONDON WITH TRAVEL

(FEMALE ONLY FOR ACCOMMODATION REASONS)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly trained butler to be based in London with frequent travel to Europe and occasional travel to Asia.  This role requires a candidate that can consistently provide a 5-star service with a positive attitude and a proactive approach to their duties.  You should be forward thinking and eager to serve.  You will be responsible for all butler duties including table service, valet duties, packing, unpacking, wardrobe management, ironing, etc.   Additionally, there will be day to day housekeeping requirements, dusting, vacuuming, etc.  Cooking skills would be a bonus.  It is essential that you have strong attention to detail with excellent communication skills.  Must be flexible to travel.  Negotiable salary based on experience.  5-day working week.   FLUENT ENGLISH REQUIRED.  (

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

Long Term Hutchinson’s client with a very large, high tech and modern apartment in Highgate is looking for a really good Cook/Chef to assist in very light housekeeping duties and laundry. 2 daily housekeepers of many years are employed.  The client travels a great deal.  This lady is looking for an experienced cook who is familiar with gluten and dairy free diets and duties will include, shopping, provisioning, taking total care of the kitchen and  producing a very good level of simple, but well-cooked and nicely presented dishes, using fresh, seasonal ingredients to dinner party standard. You will be required to care for the kitchen to an immaculate standard. 

Partner to undertake the total running and maintenance of the home to very high standards, be self-sufficient and pro-active with dealing with contractors and deliveries etc.   In addition, a safe and experienced driver, able to deal with the fleet management of the vehicles, deal with the audio visual, security and other high tech equipment in the house and a good DIY person, who can replace light bulbs and keep the place in working order, knowing when to call in a contractor.  You will also be responsible for caring for the roof garden, sweeping balconies etc and serving drinks and dinner at informal dinner gatherings.  There is a separate staff large two-bedroom apartment, sitting room and kitchen close by for the couples’ use.  The apartment is fully furnished, and all utilities paid. Usually 11/2 days off Saturday afternoons and Sundays, when the client is in residence and then all weekends when she is away.  The working hours will be approx 9-6pm, unless a dinner party is planned and then time off in lieu to be taken.  Excellent salary negotiable for the right person.  Start end Aug/Sept