Head Butler - Private Estates Saint-Tropez

Zannier Private Estates; Saint-Tropez; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided during the season

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A luxury hospitality firm is seeking a Head Butler to manage exclusive properties in Saint-Tropez. You will oversee operations, coordinate services, and ensure exceptional guest experiences while maintaining absolute discretion. Ideal candidates will have a background in luxury hospitality and strong leadership skills. Fluency in French and English is essential. This role offers the opportunity to work in a prestigious setting with significant impact and career growth potential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Butler or Guest Experience Manager in luxury hospitality.
• Experience coordinating high-end private and corporate events.
• Flexibility with schedules depending on private stays and events.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the main point of contact for guests and partner agencies.
• Anticipate needs and deliver highly personalised service.
• Oversee daily villa operations and ensure impeccable service standards.
• Lead internal teams and ensure smooth communication.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Organisation

Discretion

Diplomacy

Guest needs anticipation

Fluency in French and English

Job description

Zannier Private Estates is recruiting a Head Butler to oversee two exceptional private properties in Saint‑Tropez:

As the guardian of the guest experience, you will supervise all operational, service, and event‑related aspects with absolute discretion and excellence. You will be the primary point of contact for guests, coordinating internal teams and luxury service partners to deliver a seamless and memorable stay.

What You Will Do

• Serve as the main point of contact for guests and partner agencies
• Anticipate needs and deliver highly personalised service
• Guarantee confidentiality, refinement, and flawless attention to detail

Lead and Coordinate Operations

• Oversee daily villa operations (service, housekeeping, maintenance, F&B, suppliers)
• Ensure impeccable presentation and Zannier service standards
• Prepare stocks, amenities, and décor ahead of arrivals
• Lead internal teams and external partners with humility and professionalism
• Ensure smooth communication and proactive problem‑solving
• Maintain a calm, solution‑driven presence in sensitive situations

Contribute to Excellence Year‑Round

• Help elevate the estates’ visibility among local agencies
• Suggest improvements to enhance service and guest experience
• Apply and uphold SOPs aligned with Zannier quality standards

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as Head Butler or Guest Experience Manager in luxury hospitality or private estates
• Experience hosting or coordinating high‑end private and corporate events
• Strong leadership, organisational, and interpersonal skills
• Perfect discretion, diplomacy, and anticipation of guest needs
• Fluent in French and English (third language is a plus)
• Flexibility with schedules depending on private stays and events

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work on exceptional, high‑end private properties
• A key operational role where your impact is immediate and highly valued
• Accommodation provided during the season
• Career development opportunities within the Zannier Hotels group

If you are passionate about luxury hospitality, service excellence, and unforgettable guest experiences, we would love to hear from you.