8 Household Manager jobs available:

ASSISTANT HOUSE MANAGER
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
VIP PRIVATE RESIDENCE

Essential Requirements:
Ten years of experience which should preferably include luxury hotels and at least 3 years operational exposure to a VVIP private household, fluent English (Arabic is also helpful) the ability to assume responsibility in the absence of the house manager and to step into head of department roles on a hands-on basis when necessary.

A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject or a hotel school diploma would be helpful but is not essential. 

The successful applicant will have excellent experience in a VVIP household, preferably at head of department level, and have a comprehensive understanding of all operational aspects of such a property including in depth knowledge of both housekeeping and food and beverage service. 

Working in a structured organisation with a team of approximately 30 staff, you should have excellent leadership skills and the ability to train and mentor individuals to achieve the highest standards, at the same time as assisting to ensure that the operation always runs smoothly. 

Confident decision making, a meticulous attention to detail, and a willingness to be flexible in order to provide the highest level of service will be essential to succeed in this role. 

Contract:  2 years renewable 
Hours: 6-day week flexible 
Accommodation:  Provided (or allowance given) 
Generous tax-free salary
Excellent medical cover
(HU3793)

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

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

This role will entail preparing daily meals for this professional couple who enjoy simple, freshly prepared, healthy food. Knowledge of Vegetarian cuisine would be beneficial. There is a wonderful kitchen garden maintained by the gardener and the family would prefer to have a chef who will make good use of this, using seasonal and home-grown produce where possible. Generally cooking will be for the principals providing daily lunch and dinner. The family do entertain on occasion and when they have larger numbers of guests, they will bring in caterers.

In addition to the duties in the kitchen of which you will be completely responsible for, you will work in all general house-keeping duties. Further you will manage the household supplies and stocks and accounts, run errands, undertake all shopping, manage the wine cellar. Good administration skills are a plus as well so you can assist with some general PA duties. 

We seek a hands-on candidate who is willing to work in a varied capacity which includes cooking (for the couple and occasionally family or guests) and house management. Service skills will be good as well. There is a small team of staff already in place and therefore we seek a team player. There will be occasional travel so flexibility and freedom to travel would be good as well.

This will be a Monday-Friday position; when the principals have occasional weekend demands you will be required to adjust your days off. Salary negotiable based on experience. Separate free accommodation on the Estate (separate from the main house). German speaker. English would be a bonus. September start. (HU3721)

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CHIEF OF STAFF/ SENIOR HOUSEHOLD MANAGER
Holland Park  

We are looking for a highly experienced Chief of Staff/Household Manager who has the ability to run and manage a new and busy team of housekeepers, chefs, nannies and drivers for a long-standing client of ours. The family currently live off High Street Kensington but shall be moving into a newly built house in the new year. You will be expected along with the other staff to oversee the move.

The overall running of the residence, both inside and outside will all fall under your control. 

A junior house manager will be recruited in the new year to assist.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Staff management skills
• Ability to work well and with the team
• Experience of SMART technology
• Ability to create household and staff manuals
• Dealing with contractors as and when required
• Arrange itineraries, booking travel, restaurant, and personal appointments
• Inventory, stock control and household account management
• Top notch front of house skills and F & B Service skills

Offering a TOP salary package for the right, highly experienced person, with a long-term track record in a similar position.  (HU3671)

HOUSE MANAGER
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
VIP PRIVATE RESIDENCE  
Essential Requirements:
Ten years of experience including luxury hotels at department manager level is required, with at least 3 years managing a VVIP private household, fluent English and Arabic, outstanding leadership skills and meticulous attention to detail. A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject is preferred.

The successful applicant will be a professional and experienced manager with an excellent understanding of the operations in a VVIP property.   In addition to overseeing all aspects of the operation ensuring that the facilities are appropriately maintained, supplied and kept in immaculate condition and always ready for use, you will also help to develop policies and procedures to ensure continuous improvements. 

You will lead a full team of staff of approximately 30 people and should have experience in developing such staff to the highest possible standards of service.  

You will also coordinate with shared services and activities including HR, Finance, Procurement, Admin and Government Services and prepare regular reports to direct managers on progress and overall achievements. 

Additional useful skills will include strategic overview and crisis management and a flexible and creative approach to management is required. 

Contract:  2 years renewable 
Hours: 6-day week flexible 
Accommodation:  Provided (or allowance given) 
Generous tax-free salary
Excellent Medical Cover

(HU3774) 

HOUSE MANAGER / BUTLER
Holland Park
Essential Requirements: Previous private house experience, Excellent Management skills, hands-on, Flexibility. Yacht experience would be a bonus.

A longstanding client is looking for a flexible and professional house manager/ butler to look after a spacious 5 bedroomed property in Holland Park. The family of 5 includes 3 children between 2 and 6yrs.

You will be required to manage a team of staff including housekeepers, nannies, chefs and drivers.   You will also be responsible for administration tasks including managing rotas, budgets, etc.  

This is a fully staffed property that requires a hands-on and flexible candidate who can ensure the smooth running of the property, while simultaneously working alongside the team staff; therefore, we require a candidate who is willing to assist with housekeeping, shopping, running errands, service, etc.   

This role will require a candidate with strong communication skills who is highly organised and a good team player with a calm and courteous manner.   

Working week is Monday – Friday 9am-7pm.   Negotiable salary based on experience.   ON HOLD  (HU3815)

HOUSE MANAGER/EXECUTIVE HOUSEKEEPER
Bahrain
Essential Requirements: Previous Middle East experience preferred.
This position will suit a person with experience in a formal private household as a head/executive housekeeper or assistant manager. Supervisory experience is essential as is an excellent knowledge of housekeeping products along with knowledge of fine furniture, fabrics and finishes.

You will ensure that the household runs smoothly and quietly and that an excellent service is provided to the principals in an efficient but unobtrusive manner. 

You will manage 15 staff and your duties will be broadly as follows: 

• Provide staff rotas to ensure the household is appropriately staffed at all times 
• Train staff in appropriate housekeeping methods where necessary 
• Arrange and supervise maintenance work  
• Purchasing and local shopping for the household 

• Obtaining quotations for any external service required 
• Control housekeeping supplies and equipment 
• Create household operations manual with standard operating procedures 
• Create and manage household inventory 
• Complete administrative tasks as necessary 

SALARY PACKAGE -6 day working week 
Accommodation and car provided, and meals while on duty 
One month vacation a year with a return flight to home country 
A tax free salary between £42,000 and £48,000 depending on experience. (HU3780)

RESIDENTIAL HOUSEHOLD MANAGER/BUTLER/ COOK WITH GOOD FRONT OF HOUSE SKILLS.
Lausanne, Switzerland
Essential Requirements:   Previous Private House Experience, Driver Essential, Conversational French, Non-Smoker.
Rural location between Geneva & Laussane – ½ Hour drive to Geneva

Part residence family holiday home in the canton of Vaud.

The residence is used by the family of 5 (including 3 children 18,16 and 13yrs and pet dog) during school holidays. The family live in London and have a summer home in Southwest France and a chalet for the Winter Season in the Swiss Mountains. You will be asked to travel to France occasionally throughout the year and spend Christmas & New Year at the Chalet.   

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, with time taken back when clients not in residence.    

You will be responsible for ensuring the security of the property, monitoring of the security system internally and externally, liaising with external contractors for maintenance visits, quotes and repairs, supervising any work carried out.

In addition, first class front of house and formal food and beverage service skills, and experience as a butler and household manager is essential.  You should also be a confident cook as you will be required to provide breakfast daily and occasional lunch as well as stand in for the chef on the chefs’ days off.  

The family have a small dog which you will feed walk and generally care for when the family are in residence, so a dog lover is essential.    

This is a uniformed position, black trousers and white shirt, a separate one-bedroom flat with own entrance and terrace is provided.  TOP SALARY NEGOTIABLE DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE – 2 DAYS OFF PER WEEK.  DRIVER ESSENTIAL, CAR AVAILABLE IF REQUIRED. FRENCH SPEAKER & NON-SMOKER ESSENTIAL

SMALL WELL-BEHAVED PET CONSIDERED BUT SORRY NO DEPENDANT CHILDREN.

(HU3708)

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RESIDENTIAL HOUSE MANAGER / BUTLER
Dorset
Essential Requirements: Previous Private House & Hotel Management Experience Required, Top Butler and Management Skills, Driver

A superb and exciting opportunity for an experienced and traditional House Manager/Butler to oversee and manage a substantial newly built Shooting Estate in Dorset.   The property is currently under constructions and is due to be completed in early 2022.   

We are looking for a candidate who will ideally be available to start in early 2022 as you will be involved in the challenging task of all final preparations to the property; working alongside architects, interior designers, building contractors and the Estate Manager to ensure the house is set up, provisioned, working systems established, etc., and ready to receive clients and guests.   

The position will require a professional and experienced candidate with previous country house and hotel experience.  The property is a Shooting Estate and as such it will be advantageous if you have previously worked in a similar environment.   

We are looking for a strong, personable candidate who can rise to the challenge and demands of this new position and who can work effectively in a managerial role as well as a hands-on butler role.  

We seek a candidate who has exceptional communication and organisational skills who can effectively motivate and manage a team of staff and be involved in the recruitment and training of additional household staff; both permanent and temporary as required.  

Strong administrative skills will be required as you will be managing staff schedules, inventory, purchasing, budgets, etc.   Top butler skills imperative; excellent front of house experience along with being comfortable in both formal and informal settings.

It is anticipated that the property will not be used in a permanent capacity.  Our client and family will visit periodically throughout the year and will be particularly busy with house guests during the shoot season. 

May be required on occasion to work in other properties.  Driver essential.  2-Bedroom cottage provided within the grounds.   Partner’s welcome, couples considered.  Top negotiable salary for the right candidate.   (HU3692)