Live-out Senior Butler

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is searching for a dedicated Senior Butler to oversee daily household operations in a prestigious London residence. This role requires exceptional service skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage and train a temporary Butler team. The ideal candidate will have prior private-house experience and a strong focus on client preferences. Working in a dynamic environment, you will ensure the highest standards of service while maintaining household organization and cleanliness. If you are passionate about delivering excellence in a private setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Previous private-house experience is essential.
• Highly skilled in food and drink service.

Responsibilities

• Develop training programs for the temporary Butler team.
• Organize rotas for the Butler team in collaboration with the House Manager.

Skills

Food and drink service

Communication skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Job description

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Our client, residing in Mayfair, London, is seeking an experienced Senior Butler to manage the family’s daily requirements.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop training programs for the temporary Butler team under the guidance of the House Manager.
• Train and lead the temporary Butler team to deliver exceptional service.
• Organize rotas for the Butler team in collaboration with the House Manager, ensuring alignment with other household departments.
• Serve the family and guests in formal and informal settings, liaising with the Head Chef and using preferred techniques.
• Maintain cleanliness, tidiness, and organization of the Butler pantries, completing tasks within reasonable time frames.
• Care for and perform light maintenance on silverware, serve ware, fine porcelain, and crystal, using appropriate cleaning techniques.
• Monitor pantry stock levels and liaise with the House Manager for reordering as needed.
• Keep inventories of all service ware and conduct regular checks, reporting damages or missing items.
• Assist with wardrobe management, including organizing garments, packing, and unpacking for travel.
• Develop and maintain the House Manual, focusing on client preferences and service standards, in collaboration with the House Manager.
• Update client preference records regularly to ensure availability of preferences at all times.
• Procure preferred toiletries, products, and supplies as directed by the House Manager.
• Identify maintenance and repair issues promptly and report them to the House Manager, including structural or service defects.
• Act as the first point of contact in the absence of the House Manager.

Candidate requirements:

• Previous private-house experience is essential.
• Highly skilled in food and drink service.
• Strong communication skills.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Female applicants only, due to cultural considerations.

Working Hours/Days:

Monday to Friday, 9 am - 5 pm during non-visit periods. During visits, 6 days per week, 10 hours per day.

Salary:

£55,000 - £60,000 DOE.