Household Manager

Job description

A private household is seeking a polished, experienced, and highly organized Household Manager / Butler to oversee the daily operations of a sophisticated residence. The ideal candidate will have exceptional communication skills, a service‑orientated mindset, and the ability to manage staff and household functions with precision and professionalism.

This role is well‑suited to a candidate who thrives in a structured environment, enjoys both supervisory and hands-on responsibilities, and takes pride in delivering consistently high service standards.

Key responsibilities

Household and staff management

• Full oversight of daily household operations
• Supervision of housekeeping and gardening staff
• Hands-on involvement in maintenance tasks where necessary, in coordination with the Maintenance Team
• Ensuring high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and presentation
• Managing household schedules, task lists, and service workflows
• Training and mentoring household staff

Personal assistant duties

• Managing diaries, appointments, and personal tasks
• Running errands, including shopping and collections
• Coordinating and supervising events
• Providing efficient, proactive lifestyle support

Service and hospitality

• Providing formal or informal service as required (Food & Beverage)
• Basic cooking skills welcome; cooking is beneficial but not essential
• Ensuring guest areas and entertainment spaces are impeccably prepared
• Care and cleaning of silver, glassware, and fine artefacts

Household operations

• Laundry care and wardrobe management (essential)
• Pet care (cats)
• Overseeing household maintenance schedules and contractors
• Basic technical or electronic knowledge beneficial but not required
• No responsibility for household accounts or budgeting

Requirements

Skills required

• Proven household management experience within a private residence or luxury environment
• Excellent communication skills – fluent, professional English (spoken and written)
• High level of attention to detail and organizational ability
• Personal assistant skills, including diary management, errands, and coordination
• Ability to oversee housekeeping and gardening teams, with hands‑on involvement when required
• Experience with household maintenance scheduling and contractor supervision
• Food and Beverage service skills and formal/informal service knowledge
• Basic cooking skills (advantageous but not essential)
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Professional, corporate personal presentation and discretion
• Ability to run errands, drive, and manage logistics independently
• Comfortable coordinating events and household functions
• Pet care experience (cats)
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle

Posted on 26 Mar 13:18, Closing date 25 May