UHNW Private Butler – Central London

Bespoke Bureau; Greater London; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Zohorecruit is seeking an experienced Private Butler for a UHNW household in Central London. The role demands discretion, immaculate presentation and the ability to deliver both formal and informal service, with strong wine knowledge.

You will join an established household team, supporting events, travel prep and daily operations with a proactive, detail‑oriented approach. A luxury hospitality background is preferred; previous private household experience and a calm, discreet demeanor are highly

Qualifications

• UHNW private household experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent service standards and meticulous attention to detail.
• Confident with formal and informal dining service.
• Knowledge of wine and beverages is advantageous.
• Highly discreet, trustworthy and presentable.

Responsibilities

• Formal and informal food and beverage service.
• Set tables and prepare dining areas to an exceptional standard.
• Wine, champagne and beverage service.
• Assist with entertaining, dinners and private events.
• Anticipate principals' requirements and deliver discreet, intuitive service.
• Packing and preparation for travel.
• Support household organisation and day-to-day requirements.
• Run errands and assist with ad hoc requests.
• Maintain household inventories and stock levels.
• Liaise with other household team members and support the residence operations.

Skills

Private household experience

Discretion & professionalism

Formal dining service

Wine & beverage service

Hospitality excellence

Tools

Lutron

Crestron

Home cinema systems

Job description

Chelsea, United Kingdom

• City Chelsea
• State/Province Greater London
• Country United Kingdom

Job Description

We are recruiting an experienced and polished Private Butler for an UHNW household in Central London.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly professional, service-driven individual who understands the standards expected within a private UHNW environment. The successful candidate will be discreet, adaptable, immaculately presented and confident delivering both formal and informal service.

The role will suit someone with strong private household experience, ideally complemented by a background in 5-star luxury hospitality.

Duties

• Formal and informal food and beverage service
• Setting tables and preparing dining areas to an exceptional standard
• Wine, champagne and beverage service
• Assisting with entertaining, dinners and private events
• Anticipating the principals' requirements and delivering discreet, intuitive service
• Packing and preparation for travel
• Assisting with household organisation and general day-to-day requirements
• Running errands and assisting with ad hoc requests
• Maintaining household inventories and ensuring supplies are kept appropriately stocked
• Liaising closely with other members of the household team
• Supporting the smooth running of the residence wherever required
• Assisting with household technology and entertainment systems where necessary

Experience with Lutron, Crestron and/or home cinema systems would be advantageous.

Schedule:

Wednesday to Sunday

The role requires flexibility around the household's schedule, including some evenings and variable working hours when required.

This is a high-standard private household seeking someone who takes genuine pride in exceptional service and understands the discretion, flexibility and attention to detail required at this level.

Requirements

• Previous experience within an UHNW/HNW private household strongly preferred
• Excellent service standards and attention to detail
• Confident with formal and informal dining service
• Knowledge of wine and beverages
• Highly discreet and trustworthy
• Immaculately presented
• Calm, organised and proactive
• Able to work effectively as part of an established household team
• Flexible regarding evenings, changing schedules and occasional short-notice requests
• Comfortable with local travel when required
• A luxury hotel or 5-star hospitality background may also be considered where combined with the right private-service mindset

Competitive salary at around 75k per annum

Permanent, long-term position

Prestigious UHNW private household

Excellent working environment

Opportunity to work within an established professional household team

Potential for travel and varied responsibilities