BUTLER FOR YOU – International Recruitment Agency is a preferred partner of embassies, diplomatic residences, governments and UHNW clients worldwide.
We are currently seeking a professional housekeeper for an ambassador’s residence in Vienna, Austria.
The standards are very high so we are looking for a well presented and experienced housekeeper.
A Can-do attitude is a must. The shifts are 8 hours per day and Monday to Friday only.
This is a wonderful opportunity to work with great perks and a well-structured and professional environment.
Candidate qualities required:
Good German and English language
Team player
Presentable
Able to take direction
Duties will include:
Responsibility for all laundry
Cleaning family rooms
Prepare meals
Plant care
Shopping and errands
Start as soon as possible.
Professional compensation package.
Interested candidates who meet (or exceed) the needs of this wonderful opportunity should email Sebastian Hirsch with full work history, a current photo and written references.
An experienced and professional Bodyguard / Close Protection Officer is needed for a wonderful position in Monaco. The UHNW client is looking for a specially educated and trained bodyguard with experience in a private household. Longevity, flexibility, and the ability to travel regularly are required.
Duties and responsibilities
High standard protection for him
Protecting from the invasion of his privacy, kidnapping, injury & other suspicious acts
Secure transportation of the client
Prior checking of his vehicles
Traveling with him when necessary
Pre-planning of entry and emergency escape ways
Providing protection during indoors and outdoors venues
Requirements
5 years’ experience in a similar position (for a UHNW client)
Clean international driving license
Confident and experienced driver
Professional training
Flexible and available at very short notice
Good physical fitness
Military background (ideally)
Clear communicator in French and English
Schedule:
Monday – Friday, hours TBD with flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed
Salary and Compensation:
Є100,000 per year or more depending on experience
Health Benefits to be discussed
Paid Time Off
I would like to suggest that working for this client in Monaco will be a joy.
Interested candidates who meet (or exceed) the needs of this wonderful opportunity should email BUTLER FOR YOU / Sebastian Hirsch with full work history, a current photo and written references.
BUTLER FOR YOU – International Recruitment Agency is a preferred partner of embassies, diplomatic residences and governments.
We are currently seeking a professional butler / house manager for an ambassador’s residence in Berlin, Germany.
The standards are very high so we are looking for a well presented, silver service trained butler.
A Can-do attitude is a must. The shifts are 8 hours per day and Monday to Friday only.
This is a wonderful opportunity to work with great perks and a well-structured and professional environment.
Candidate qualities required:
Good English and German language
Team player
Presentable
Able to take direction
Duties will include:
Guest reception
Butler service of meals
Organising table settings
Polishing cutlery and crystal
Setting and clearing of table
Organising dinner parties
Start as soon as possible.
Professional compensation package.
Interested candidates who meet (or exceed) the needs of this wonderful opportunity should email Sebastian Hirsch with full work history, a current photo and written references.
Our lovely clients who are based near Bordeaux, France are looking for an experienced butler / house manager.
The property in Bordeaux exists out of 1 main house (castle) with 7 bedrooms/bathrooms, 2 salons, 2 dining rooms, pool, terraces, games room, etc.
The butler should manage all the plannings for housekeeping, training housekeeping, organizing everything for visits (flowers, chefs, cars, drivers, ….), doing the service during visits and being the point of contact for guests and for everything in regards of all items mentioned above.
This is a full-time, year-round position. The family usually stays at the estate in France in February / May / July / September and during the end of November (70 to 80 days in total per year).
REQUIREMENTS:
English & French speaking Formal and informal service Eye for detail Flexible Devoted and loyal, discreet, confidential Diplomatic Driver license Applicants must be eligible to work in France.
Excellent salary package for the right candidate. In house private accommodations.
Please note: Applicants must be eligible to work in France.
Please send your CV/resume together with a current photo and references.
BUTLER FOR YOU – International Household Staff Agency
We are pleased to be the agency to recruit a Butler for an entrepreneurial couple near Graz, Austria.
We are seeking a hands-on Butler (live-in) to assist our client and to work in synergy with the current housekeepers and grounds staff.
Ideally, you can prepare simple to quality meals, are adept at personal service, must be able to drive and have a proven record as a personal butler.
Required skills:
• Have a proven record as a butler/house manager• Excellent English language skills.• Excellent managerial and supervision skills.• Good general appearance, very clean and well mannered.• A keen eye for details and a good capacity to adapt to any request or situation.• Resilient to stress and able to handle requests in a professional and efficient manner.• Understands concepts of privacy and confidentiality, invisible and available.• Must have a current driver´s license• Attention to detail
This is a live-in position with accommodation provided by the couple.
Start as soon as possible.
Excellent compensation package.
Interested candidates who meet (or exceed) the needs of this wonderful opportunity should email Sebastian Hirsch with full work history, a current photo and written references at info@butlerforyou.de
We are pleased to be the agency to recruit a Butler for an elderly but very active client with a residence in Heidelberg, Germany.
We are seeking a hands-on Butler to assist him.
Ideally, you can prepare simple to quality meals, are adept at personal service, must be able to drive and have a proven record as a personal butler.
Required skills:
• Have a proven record as a butler/house manager• Excellent German and English language skills.• Excellent managerial and supervision skills.• Good general appearance, very clean and well mannered.• A keen eye for details and a good capacity to adapt to any request or situation.• Resilient to stress and able to handle requests in a professional and efficient manner.• Understands concepts of privacy and confidentiality, invisible and available.• Must have a current driver´s license• Attention to detail
This is a wonderful opportunity in Heidelberg, Germany.
Start as soon as possible.
Very attractive compensation package!
Interested candidates who meet (or exceed) the needs of this wonderful opportunity should email Silvia Richter or Sebastian Hirsch with full work history, a current photo and written references at info@butlerforyou.de
We are pleased to be the agency to recruit a Butler for an UHNWI client in Monaco.
We are seeking a hands-on Butler (live-out) to assist our client and to work in synergy with the current housekeepers.
Ideally, you can prepare simple to quality meals, are adept at personal service, must be able to drive and have a proven record as a personal butler.
Required skills:
• Have a proven record as a butler/house manager• Excellent English language skills.• Excellent managerial and supervision skills.• Good general appearance, very clean and well-mannered.• A keen eye for details and a good capacity to adapt to any request or situation.• Resilient to stress and able to handle requests in a professional and efficient manner.• Understands concepts of privacy and confidentiality, invisible and available.• Must have a current driver´s license• Attention to detail
This is a live-out position.
Start as soon as possible.
Salary is in the range of 6500 to 8500 Euros/month
We will not consider any candidates for registration without verifiable references.
Interested candidates should email BUTLER FOR YOU / Sebastian Hirsch or Silvia Richter with full work history, a current photo and written references.
You will work directly with a highly successful female entrepreneur and CEO, in the advertising and media industry. She needs the support of an experienced personal butler to oversee her multiple homes, two household staff, other part-time staff, numerous vendors, and her personal and other household needs.
Looking for a motivated, discrete, and reliable personal butler. You are proactive, energetic, detail-oriented, and able to anticipate the principals’ needs and provide exceptional service in a timely manner.
Qualified candidate works independently and can wear multiple hats and be hands-on to the ever-changing list of priorities.
Location: Based between Palm Beach, Florida (7 months) and The Hamptons & New York (5 months)
Your Skills:
Self-Motivated and proactive
Excellent communication skills
You anticipate needs
“A type” personality.
Exceptional attention to details.
Solution Orientated
Pragmatic
Not easily rattled or overly sensitive.
Ability to manage projects and keep updated financial reporting.
Enjoy negotiating – with vendors to keep costs down
Fiscally responsible
Possess a valid driver license (with good driving record)
Can do attitude
Comfortable with multi-tasking.
You are naturally an organized person.
Excellent communication skills
Quiet and calm demeanor while around the home
Role / Responsibilities:
Manage day-to-day staff working at multiple homes.
Track and proactively manage home issues.
Create efficient processes and drive internal initiatives across the homes
Manage internal communications and collaborate with all internal and external household stakeholders.
Complete oversight of principal’s home; maintaining consistency of standards, procedures, and services.
Supervise and coordinate onsite activities and provides day-to-day direction of onsite staff.
Prepare realistic plans to address needs and conduct regular walkthroughs and daily checklist.
Demonstrate high-end design sensibilities and appreciation of aesthetic quality.
Experience with handling and caring for fine art, fine furniture, and collectibles.
Daily walk through of property (interior and exterior), ensuring principals aesthetics.
Review and train staff (concierge-style attitude and discretion are key).
Set the service standard and the hiring, training and ongoing management of staff required to meet the service needs of the family and property.
Daily meetings with staff, task delegation, inspections of work multiple times a day.
Act as a point of contact and gatekeeper for principals – providing updates on household activity, scheduled maintenance, and current state of staff.
Organize, package, ship and receive deliveries and packages for household and principals.
Oversee & Management of Household Vendors
Your Requirements:
Relevant experience working in private homes 10,000 sq. ft or larger.
Superior project management skills.
Strong project management skills to drive performance within the household
Experience negotiating optimal solutions across cross-functional teams
Clear and effective communicator via keyboard and in-person
Experience working in a household and excellent verifiable reference.
Must have good organizational and time management skills.
Must be caring, professional, discrete and service-oriented.
General understanding of household mechanical systems, appliances, technology and routine maintenance practices of these systems
Low key, meticulous, personable character.
Must drive and have a clean driving record.
Willing to submit to a background check
Computer skills are a must.
Day to day (hands-on management)
Vendor management across multiple homes
Routinely inspect the properties (Palm Beach and Hamptons residences) for repairs needed and address them with vendors.
Negotiate and manage contracts, supervise work and review invoices.
Maintaining seasonal routines and procedures for the household interior and exterior needs: landscaping, window washing, power washing, etc.
Work with, schedule, supervise and upkeep of maintenance schedules for household vendors: HVAC, electrician, plumbing, generator, well systems, etc.
Possess a hands-on attitude – providing service when staff or vendors cannot.
Coordinating vendors’ access to the property and following up with home maintenance issues.
House management, running errands and light housekeeping as needed
Schedule personal appointments. Calendar items forwarded by principals
Dry cleaning, prescriptions, household supplies
Serves meals, snacks, cocktails to the owners and their guests
Cares for car maintenance related issues (registrations, inspections, coordinating detailing, etc)
Keep inventory of household items (cleaning supplies, paper products, pharmacy items, etc.) and shop for them when need it
Light cleaning and organization when needed. We have two housekeepers to do the detailed cleaning and laundry, however, we need someone who will be happy to assist when needed and help to keep common areas oganized.
Keep the fridge stocked with homemade food: breakfast-lunch items like cut up fruits and veggies, salads, soups etc. Clear the fridge from old/expired items.
Keep the pantry stocked with staples as well as making sure no items are expired.
Frequent grocery shopping to different stores.
Order and maintain personal stock for principals: toiletries, clothes, travel supplies, etc.
Order and maintain household supply inventories: cleaning supplies, beverages, and snacks, etc.
Prepares basic meals – lunch 5 days, dinner 2 times a week.
What Our Client Offers:
Being part of a kind and successful family
Very competitive salary
Good vacation policy (3 weeks per year)
Excellent Medical, dental and vision coverage
Interested candidates who meet (or exceed) the needs of this wonderful opportunity should email Sebastian Hirsch with full work history, a current photo and written references at info@butlerforyou.de
Traditional Butler role available with a family on a country estate in Dorset.
The butler will be working alongside a team of household staff, supporting the family with a range of service-orientated butler duties, from silver service to valeting.
This is a 4-day week role (Thursday until Sunday from 8am until after dinner) and comes with a 2 bedroom accommodation.
The ideal candidate for this role will have a wealth of proven experience as a professional butler, adaptable to both formal and informal environments.
You will have ample experience in large private estates and working in collaboration with a wider team of household staff.
You will have strong organisational skills and operate with finesse both front and back of house.
Salary: £50k+
Accommodation:
2-bedroom property in the local village. Pets, Partners and dependants welcome.
You could be around some pretty interesting people in the world of media and film.
We will not consider any candidates for registration without verifiable references.
Interested candidates should email BUTLER FOR YOU / Sebastian Hirsch with full work history, a current photo and written references.
Entrepreneurial couple without children based in Atlanta (Alpharetta), Georgia, USA.
RESIDENCE DESCRIPTION:
The residence is located in Alpharetta, which is a city located in northern Fulton County, Georgia, United States and is a suburb north of Atlanta.
DUTIES:
Coordinating with the client and her staff on needed tasks such as:
Personal shopping
Grocery shopping
Paying bills
Arranging travel
Scheduling appointments
Managing calendar
Preparing healthy meals
Light house cleaning (making bed, laundry, tidying up)
Transport to and from airport
Ensuring household staff (gardeners, cleaners) are working efficiently
Assisting with administrative duties when the principal is in her home office
Assisting with packing for travel
This person will need to be professional and be able to simplify the client´s life due to her extensive responsibilities. Great organizational skills and high energy are necessary. The home has no pets and no children.
There is a large bedroom and full bathroom in our clients beautiful home where the person is able to live full time. Their security team would also require a background check for the butler / house manager candidate prior to start date.
A strong butler / house manager experience is required. You must be detail-oriented, courteous, discreet, and honest.
You must be able to perform the duties of the position and willing to submit to a full pre-employment check to verify background and have a valid driver’s license.
HOURS OF SERVICE:
40-50 hours on 5-6 days a week. Varies depending on travel schedule
REQUIREMENTS:
Must have previous experience working as a butler / house manager.
Applicants should have a neat and polished appearance.
Must exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.
Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.
COMPENSATION AND TERMS:
Professional compensation depending on experience, medical insurance, vacation and paid holiday or time off if working on holidays.
Interested candidates who meet (or exceed) the needs of this wonderful opportunity should email BUTLER FOR YOU / Sebastian Hirsch with full work history, a current photo and written references at info@butlerforyou.com
Butler / House Manager – San Francisco, California – Usa
Agency:
San Francisco
Are you looking for a wonderful career opportunity supporting a family in San Francisco?
This is a live-in position for an experienced butler/house manager for a lovely client.
Our client is seeking a professional butler/household manager who can anticipate what needs to be done and just gets it done.
The candidate for this position should have excellent organization skills and love tidiness. A private service professional who is inclined to keep things neat and in order is sought for this position.
Daily walk-through of the property to assure that the home is in working order, that the house is clean and the pantry and refrigerator is stocked.
Driving the child once in a while to her ballet classes, otherwise mostly house-related shopping and errands.
You will supervise and schedule the cleaners/housekeepers and other household employees assuring the happiness of your employers. They in turn will appreciate and compensate you well.
QUALIFICATIONS AND CHARACTER SKETCH:
The candidate should be career-oriented as a Butler / Household Manager. A professional private service background, calm demeanor, thoughtfulness and good organizational skills are desired. Additional traits include:
• Hard-working, quick, warm, experienced with a happy positive attitude• Good manager of time.• Detail-oriented, courteous, discreet, honest, and responsible character.• Be well-groomed, physically able to perform the duties of the position.• Able to sign and adhere to a confidentiality agreement• Languages: English and ideally French or Italian as well• Must exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.• Applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.
The right candidate must have a minimum of 3 years of private service experience as a butler/household manager.
Accommodation: Live in, a furnished studio that is private will be provided
Requirements:
Similar experience as a butler / house manager with verifiable excellent references and adhere to background check and confidentiality agreement
Valid and clean driver’s license
Able to follow direction as well as work independently
Ability to manage many tasks and multi-task
Highly organized
Applicants should have a neat and polished appearance.
Must exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the USA
Children: 1
Pets: a well behaved Maltese dog
Schedule:
Monday – Friday, hours TBD with flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed
Salary and Compensation:
$100,000 to $120,000 per year
Health Benefits to be discussed
Paid Time Off
I would like to suggest that working for this family in San Francisco will be a joy.
Interested candidates who meet (or exceed) the needs of this wonderful opportunity should email BUTLER FOR YOU / Sebastian Hirsch with full work history, a current photo and written references.
Butler / House Manager (lake Chiemsee, Bavaria & Mallorca)
Agency:
We are pleased to be the agency to recruit a Butler / House Manager for a highly successful family with the main residence near lake Chiemsee, which is otherwise known as the “Bavarian Sea” in the South of Germany and other residences in Munich, Berlin, and Mallorca, Spain.
We are seeking a hands-on Butler / House Manager (live-in) to assist the family and to work in synergy with the current grounds staff and housekeepers.
Ideally, you can prepare simple to quality meals, are adept at personal service, must be able to drive and have a proven record as a personal butler.
Required skills:
Have a proven record as a butler/house manager
Excellent German and English language skills.
Excellent managerial and supervision skills.
Good general appearance, very clean and well mannered.
A keen eye for details.
Resilient to stress and able to handle requests in a professional manner.
Understands concepts of privacy and confidentiality, invisible and available.
Must have a current drivers license
Attention to detail
This is a live-in position with accommodation provided near the estate.
Start as soon as possible.
Excellent compensation package.
Interested candidates who meet (or exceed) the needs of this wonderful opportunity should email Sebastian Hirsch with full work history, a current photo and written references at info@butlerforyou.de
EMPLOYER DESCRIPTION:Lovely entrepreneurial international couple.
RESIDENCE:Residence in Dubai, UAE (Palm Jumeirah).
OTHER HOUSEHOLD STAFF:Chef and housekeepers
START DATE: as soon as the right person is identified
DUTIES:
Overall, the Butler is responsible for the oversight and hands-on involvement in maintaining the smooth operation of the home in Dubai which involves a variety of duties and tasks including:
• Coordination and Supervision of Housekeeper• Shopping and errands• Coordination and supervision of vendors and service providers• Personal Assistant duties as required to assist the couple in a variety of ways• Other duties as would complement the position
QUALIFICATIONS AND CHARACTER SKETCH:
The candidate should be career-oriented as a Butler / Household Manager. A professional private service background, calm demeanor, thoughtfulness and good organizational skills are desired. Additional traits include:
• Quick, hard-working, warm, experienced, knowledgeable with a happy positive attitude• Good manager of time.• Detail-oriented, courteous, discreet, honest, and responsible character.• Be well-groomed, and physically able to perform the duties of the position.• Non-smoking• Languages: English
HOURS OF SERVICE:
The Butler / Household Manager will generally be on duty for 5 days per week – 8 hours a day with two consecutive days off.
COMPENSATION AND TERMS:
• EURO 5.000 to 6.500 per month (negotiable for the right candidate)• Annual flight home• Vacation – 30 days per year
If you have international Butler / Household Manager experience, then please send us your CV together with a professional photo and references.
Our client (2 adults & 3 dogs) maintains two residences within an hour away in NY’s Hudson Valley (90 min north NYC) and MA’s The Berkshires (130 miles from Boston).
They are looking for either a live-in or live-out Butler / Household Manager.
They need help in dealing with all the aspects of multiple properties maintenance, vendor relations and all the things that come with their properties.
This position can be live-in or commutable; at the present time the family will be mostly based in Berkshires,MA however, there is the option of living at the other property and commuting between the two.
Candidate would travel between various properties and destinations (when applicable certain domestic/international travel) where the family is staying and works from these locations & responsible for:
(i) maintaining a clean, organized, and meticulous home and ensuring that the home, logistics, and operations are running smoothly
(ii) meal service and packing/wardrobe
(iii) real time implementation of principal’s requests for all of the principal’s personal needs and comforts and
(iv) iv) supervision of vendors/hired staff (caterers/event planners/extra household staff when needed).
House Management Duties include:
• Daily survey of the home and the interiors of all the dwellings
• Ensure that each residence has a consistent feel
• Develop and maintain an interior cleaning schedule for regular and deep cleaning for all properties
• Oversee wardrobe maintenance /Laundry/Linens
• Ensure that homes are properly prepared and ready for the principal’s arrival; home should be meticulous and in working order prior to principal’s arrival
• Oversee that each residence is stocked with the principal’s desired toiletries, personal items, cleaning products or anything requested by the principal
• Oversee inventory of household items, personal products, office supplies, linen closets and ensure all inventories are organized and current; maintain electronic inventory
• Manage online accounts and returns; i.e. Amazon, etc.
• Organize storage areas and maintain inventory
• Shop for household items and run errands
• Drive/drop off & pick up principals to medical appts, other engagements.
• Represent principals in gracious manner when interacting with vendors, answering the phones and doors, taking messages, and receiving deliveries
• Assist principals with the care of the dogs
• Assist in coordination seasonal themes (Harvest Fall/Christmas/holiday themes) between properties Oversee exercise/activity equipment &maintenance/inventory, bicycles, tennis, pool items, skiis
• Work with principal to maintain standards in safety, emergency contacts, calling procedures, location of fire extinguishers, tour of home and dwellings, alarms, home systems, etc.
• Participate in interviewing new staff for when you are off duty (nights/weekends/holidays/sick)
• Assist in pack principal’s clothing and personal items and send in most efficient manner to destination prior to their arrival
• Create and maintain electronic packing inventory for each trip so it’s quick and easy to retrieve and review the items that were sent
• Unpack clothing and personal items and place items in the appropriate place for principal’s comfort
• Daily/weekly/monthly/yearly checklist are provided and shall be maintained and edited accordingly by candidate.
Hospitality Services include:
• Meal service: provide meal set-up, serve meals (formal and informal), and bartending services for family and guests
• Assist Principal create floral arrangements and installation of seasonal/holiday décor and themes
• Source unique gifts for gift program and ensure gift is presented/wrapped in thoughtful manner
• Assistant and maintain preference sheet for guests visits
• Provide personal and concierge services to guests and support for activities/events
• Oversee and manage guest arrivals/departures including special requests, food, etc.
• Events when applicable: House Manager will lead event execution and work closely with principal and/or hired staff (caterer/event planner) on organizing/executing events
Requirements:
Similar experience as a butler / household manager with verifiable excellent references and adhere to background check and confidentiality agreement
They appreciate and expect a candidate with a can-do, positive attitude, flexibility and good values; and must LOVE dogs!
Valid and clean driver’s license
Able to follow direction as well as work independently
Ability to manage many tasks and multi-task
Highly organized
Applicants should have a neat and polished appearance.
Must exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the USA
Schedule:
Monday – Friday, hours TBD with flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed
Salary and Compensation:
$140,000 per year or more depending on experience
Health Benefits to be discussed
Paid Time Off
Interested candidates who meet (or exceed) the needs of this wonderful opportunity should email BUTLER FOR YOU / Sebastian Hirsch with full work history, a current photo and written references.
Our client, a family with several properties in NYC and on Long Island is looking for a live-out Butler / Household Manager.
They need help in dealing with all the aspects of multiple properties maintenance, vendor relations and all the things that come with their properties.
They are looking for someone who would proactively monitor the properties for necessary repairs and upkeep and not wait for them to find issues to create projects.
The family employs a housekeeper (has been with the family for over 10 years), who is responsible for cleaning, laundry, occasional cooking and shopping.
The family includes four older adults, who are relatively healthy and independent.
On Long Island the property includes large outdoor space with all the gardening and landscape features that come with that, so they need help maintaining those partially in person and mostly with monitoring landscapers.
Requirements:
Similar experience as a butler / household manager with verifiable excellent references and adhere to background check and confidentiality agreement
Valid and clean driver’s license
Able to follow direction as well as work independently
Ability to manage many tasks and multi-task
Highly organized
Applicants should have a neat and polished appearance.
Must exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the USA
Schedule:
Monday – Friday, hours TBD with flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed
Salary and Compensation:
$120,000 per year or more depending on experience
Health Benefits to be discussed
Paid Time Off
I would like to suggest that working for this family with homes in NYC, on Long Island and an estate in Massachusetts as well will be a joy.
Interested candidates who meet (or exceed) the needs of this wonderful opportunity should email BUTLER FOR YOU / Sebastian Hirsch with full work history, a current photo and written references.
The employer is a single woman looking for a Butler / Household Manager to manage the following residences: A large waterfront residence in Naples, Florida and a 6,000 sq. ft. residence on Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Our client is actively running a Family Office.
DUTIES:
Overall the duty is to insure the smooth operation of the residences.
Oversight of vendors as necessary.
Make family and guests feel welcome and comfortable
Keeping pantries stocked, anticipating needs and maintaining a high standard of hospitality.
Meal planning and flower arranging
Grocery shopping.
Various errands.
Car maintenance and upkeep.
Maintain a strict security and confidentiality standard for the residences.
QUALIFICATIONS AND CHARACTER SKETCH:
A professional private service background, calm demeanor and thoughtfulness.
Related experience in a similar position- specifically experience working as a butler
Experience in property management, culinary skills, serving skills
Positive attitude
Detail oriented
Courteous, discreet, honest and responsible character.
Be well groomed, non-drug user, physically able to perform the duties of the position
Willing to submit to a full pre-employment check to verify background, good credit and valid drivers license
Non smoking
Able to sign and adhere to confidentiality agreement
HOURS OF SERVICE:
The basic schedule is 5 days per week generally Monday – Friday with flexibility.
COMPENSATION AND TERMS:
Salary commensurate with experience, in line with current trends in the profession and salary history of the candidates (in the region of $130K to $160K per year)
Excellent quality accommodations consisting of an off-site fully furnished condominium
Applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.
Must be covid vaccinated and boosted.
We will not consider any candidates for registration without verifiable references.
Please email your resume / CV, a professional quality, up to date photo and your references to Silvia Richter or Sebastian Hirsch at: info@butlerforyou.de
RESIDENCE:Residence in San Diego, California, USA.
OTHER HOUSEHOLD STAFF:1 housekeeper
START DATE: as soon as the right person is identified
DUTIES:
Overall, the Butler / Household Manager is responsible for the oversight and hands-on involvement in maintaining the smooth operation of the home which involves a variety of duties and tasks including:
• Coordination and Supervision of the housekeeper• Shopping and errands• Coordination and supervision of vendors and service providers• Butler duties as required to assist the client in a variety of ways• Other duties as would complement the position
QUALIFICATIONS AND CHARACTER SKETCH:
The candidate should be career-oriented as a Butler / Household Manager. A professional private service background, calm demeanor, thoughtfulness and good organizational skills are desired. Additional traits include:
• Hard-working, quick, warm, experienced with a happy positive attitude• Good manager of time.• Detail-oriented, courteous, discreet, honest, and responsible character.• Be well-groomed, physically able to perform the duties of the position.• Able to sign and adhere to a confidentiality agreement• Languages: English and ideally Spanish as well• Must exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.• Applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.
HOURS OF SERVICE:
The Butler / Household Manager will generally be on duty for 5 days per week with two days off.
COMPENSATION AND TERMS:
• USD $7.000 to USD $8.500 per month (negotiable for the right candidate)• Vacation – 20 days per year• An apartment will be provided or an allowance for apartment
If you have Butler / Household Manager experience, then please send us your resume together with a professional photo and references.
BUTLER FOR YOU®️ – International Household Staff Agency
This Butler / Houseman role is for a single Business Man in Cary, N.C., USA.
EMPLOYER: 1 adult, a single entrepreneur
RESIDENCE: Private Residence, 3 bedroom townhouse
OTHER STAFF: Contractors for various services
DUTIES:• Overall responsibility for the home, contents, systems and organization• Coordination of groceries and household supplies• Dry cleaning, shopping, deliveries• Shipping and tracking various packages; manage returns• Personal shopping as requested• Car Care appointments• Disinfect equipment and supplies.• Perform weekly walkthroughs using household checklists to identify action items• Maintain a household vendor list. Build strong relationships with vendors• Identify and oversee various household projects as needed• Keep an inventory of all household supplies and restock as needed.• Keep an inventory of personal items for employer and restock as needed• Assist with inventory of all items in storage• Maintain and update household manuals• Maintain an approved products list for home and personal items• Shop for household items as needed• Secure residence at end of the day when needed – all doors locked
Other:• Track birthdays and other important dates.• Purchase gifts, develop and maintain gift tracker, and review and audit receipts.• Prepare and submit expense reports.• Occasional wardrobe maintenance, i.e., schedule tailor, dry cleaning• Work with Executive Assistant as needed to ensure schedule is maintained
HOURS OF SERVICE:• On duty for 5 days per week on a flexible schedule to be worked out in advance and on call 24 / 7 for emergencies, some weekends to be determined between Employer and Employee.
CORE VALUES:• Principal’s First• Learn from mistakes
Professional Compensation1-bedroom apartment. Utilities are paid by employer.Assistance with health care insurance
Resumes to Sebastian Hirsch. This role really does sound grand.
Our VIP client in Khobar, Saudi Arabia is searching for a (live in) butler / personal assistant. Excellent quality accommodations will be provided by the client in Khobar.
Duties and responsibilities:
Paying bills
Arranging travel
Scheduling appointments
Managing calendar
Ensuring household staff are working efficiently
Assisting with administrative duties
Assisting with packing for travel
This person will need to be professional and be able to simplify the client´s life. Great organizational skills and high energy are necessary.
Requirements:
At least 2 years of Butler/PA experience
English speaker
Flexible
Discreet and trustworthy
Above and beyond attitude
Attention to detail
Start as soon as possible.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
• A top salary is offered dependent on the experience and background of the candidate, and in line with current trends in the profession.• Medical benefits, vacation, and benefits are provided.• Nearby apartment (fully furnished) will be provided.
Interested candidates who meet (or exceed) the needs of this wonderful opportunity in Khobar City in Saudi Arabia should email Silvia Richter or Sebastian Hirsch with full work history, a current photo and written references to info@butlerforyou.com .
VIP Middle Eastern client based in Berlin is looking for a Butler / Valet.
This is a very formal environment so must be confident in wearing a morning suit each day.
The residence is a part time residence in Berlin. When the principal is not here there will be a lot of downtime.
The principal does like to entertain when he is in town so you must be organized and efficient, you will work very closely with additional household staff.
Your role will include wardrobe care, flower arranging and I.T./Admin skills so a very different role from most.
This is a 5-day-per-week full-time position.
Duties:
Attention to detail butler / valet dutiesFlower arranging, care of fine arts and antiques
Requirements:
· Previous experience working within a private home/ estate
· Applicants must be eligible to work in Germany.
· Be positive and friendly
· Good interpersonal skills
· Ability to multi task and priorities
· Discreet, proactive and be security conscious.
Working Days: Monday – Friday 40 hours a week.
Very competitive salary.
We will not consider any candidates for registration without verifiable references.
Please email your CV/resume and a professional quality, up-to-date photo to Silvia Richter or Sebastian Hirsch at: info@butlerforyou.de
We are pleased to be the agency to recruit a butler/valet for a highly successful & talented entrepreneur in Cheshire, England.
This is a hands-on live-in Butler role to assist the single male principal. The butler would be available to travel with him on a worldwide basis.
The principal travels extensively and has properties in the UK, Spain (Ibiza & Mallorca) and the US (Boca Raton, Florida).
The butler will be working in synergy with the current household staff (house management couple; 2 x housemen/security Ghurkhas; and 2 x gamekeepers and housekeepers).
Ideally, you can prepare simple to quality meals, are adept at personal service and have a proven record as a personal butler and valet.
Required skills:
Service orientated
Light cooking, simple meals
Hands on – able to assist with other duties
Must be a team player, not a supervisor
Accommodation:
Large studio flat.
High-quality finish.
Start as soon as possible.
Excellent compensation package.
Flights and accommodation are covered.
Interested candidates who meet (or exceed) the needs of this wonderful opportunity should email Sebastian Hirsch with full work history, a current photo and written references.
Butler For You – Mallorca, Spain: Nanny For Vip Family Sought
Agency:
Spain
This is a super role with an international VIP family (German/Spanish couple) in Mallorca, Spain caring for a 2,5 year old little girl and for a 10 month old boy.
The family are ideally looking for a qualified nanny with previous fulltime childcare experience who is Native German so can teach German and good English.
This role would suit someone who is fit and active. This wonderful opportunity would suit an experienced nanny who is happy and friendly, kind and patient.
The nanny will be a non-smoker as it is a non smoking household.
The accommodation is a separate bedroom within the family home, the room is very comfortable with TV, Wi-Fi and your own bathroom.
The salary on offer is dependent on the nannies experience.
You will be usually working 8 hours a day and 5 days per week.
If you would like to be considered for this role and you are not registered with the BUTLER FOR YOU agency please email a copy of your CV to info@butlerforyou.com
This is a live-in position for an experienced private chef for a lovely client in San Francisco.
The chef will be supporting a single mother with her child.
The position will be based entirely in San Francisco and will be 5 days per week.
At all times, our client will require a mix of lunch and dinner usually for 1 adult and 1 child, as well as breakfast items and healthy snacks that can be pre-prepped and refrigerated.
The family tries to eat organic as much as possible, and their focus is healthy with lots of vegetables and limited meat.
You will also supervise and schedule the housekeepers and other household employees assuring the happiness of your employer.
The employer in turn will appreciate and compensate you well.
RESIDENCE: Large residence in a high-rise residential building in downtown San Francisco
OTHER STAFF: housekeepers and chauffeur/allrounder
DUTIES:• Overall responsibility for the home, contents, systems and organization• Menu planning, grocery shopping, meal preparation and service.• Must be a good chef• Occasional chauffeur duties when full-time driver is not on duty• Assist with event planning as requested• Assist with other reasonable errand requests of the Employer
HOURS OF SERVICE:• On duty for 5 days per week on a flexible schedule to be worked out in advance and on-call 24 / 7 for emergencies, some weekends to be determined between Employee and Employer. QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS:• Discretion and Confidentiality of family affairs• Minimum of 3 years experience as a private chef• High level of self-management expected• Proficiency with household technology• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills• Computer skills• Detail oriented and self-directed. • Courteous, discreet, honest, and responsible character.• Applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.
Salary and Compensation:
$150,000 to $160,000 per year
Health insurance
Paid Time Off
3 weeks holiday paid
Retirement plan
We would like to suggest that working for this employer in San Francisco will be a joy.
We will not consider any candidates for registration without verifiable references.
Interested candidates who meet (or exceed) the needs of this wonderful opportunity should email BUTLER FOR YOU / Silvia Richter or Sebastian Hirsch with full work history, a current photo and written references.
A client of BUTLER FOR YOU who is situated in the beautiful area of Hampstead in NorthLondon is looking for an experienced chef to work for them on a full-time basis at their family residence.
This is an excellent opportunity for a live-in chef, expert cooking balanced and healthy meals with plenty of protein, carbs, and vegetables.
The candidate will prepare 5 meals a day for 6 days per week.
Sourcing ingredients and ensuring that the quality of the produce is always excellent
Preparing Menus and budgeting
Meal planning and preparation
Ensuring areas are clean and maintained at all times
Live in with own room and ensuite
Language Requirements: German and English skills are essential
Excellent package to include overtime and paid holidays
STARTING SALARY:
£55,000.00 per year + benefits
Interested candidates who meet (or exceed) the needs of this wonderful opportunity should email BUTLER FOR YOU / Sebastian Hirsch with full work history, a current photo and written references at info@butlerforyou.com
Chief Steward/Chief Stewardess sought for a 100% private (no charters) 80m/262 feet yacht in Monaco.
The Standard of service and housekeeping is very high in this vessel. This position would suit someone who already has Chief Stew experience on a similar vessel or a strong 2nd Stew who is looking to take a step up. We are looking for a self-starter, with a positive upbeat attitude who is ready to hit the ground running.
Yacht is mainly in Monaco
Vessel will travel mainly in the Mediterranean Sea
Owner uses the vessel for up to 6 months per year, but the yacht is on standby at all times
Complete service for the principal and guests when they are onboard
Salary is in the range of 8500 to 10000 Euros/month
You must have the legal right and ability to work within the EU.
We will not consider any candidates for registration without verifiable references.
Interested candidates should email BUTLER FOR YOU / Sebastian Hirsch or Silvia Richter with full work history, a current photo and written references.
A new Client of BUTLER FOR YOU who is German is seeking a Domestic couple to work at his property in Cologne.
The property is newly renovated and comprises roughly 600 square metres of interior space and a private garden.
The client is seeking candidates with very good references alongside driven hardworking mentalities.
It is important that the candidates speak good English and have the existing right to work in Germany or EU passports. Due to the nature of the position, the client is not open to candidates with pets or dependents. Candidates must also drive.
Daily requirements of the role are as follows:
Housekeeping daily of bedrooms and public spaces
Cooking of a family standard
Serving of food and beverage to the table
Receiving & welcoming guests’ deliveries
Running and managing the food and beverage service
Swimming pool and exterior maintenance.
Light gardening
Driving
Running errands
Light handyman work (such as hanging pictures and changing light bulbs)
The client hopes to fill the position as soon as possible.
The couple position comes with a lovely newly refurbished apartment of around 80 square metres and a separate entrance.
We would like to hear from all those who are used to working in large homes with at least 3 years experience and verifiable references.
Applicants must be eligible to work in Germany.
Interested candidates who meet (or exceed) the needs of this wonderful opportunity should email BUTLER FOR YOU / Silvia Richter or Sebastian Hirsch with full work history, a current photo and written references.
Butler duties i.e. looking after the principals and taking care of his/her clothes/shoes
Serving dinners on occasion
Assisting with housekeeping when required
Household maintenance
Driving the Principals when required
Housekeeper – tasks will include:
Laundry, ironing, cleaning
Care of fine furnishings
Wardrobe management, sewing
Requirements:
• Must have previous experience working as a couple.• Excellent housekeeping skills.• Applicants should have a neat and polished appearance.• Must exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.• The couple must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.• Applicants must be eligible to work in Austria.
Accommodation:
A lovely furnished flat is available for the couple. The flat is only a short distance away from the principals residence.
Start date ASAP start
Excellent salary package for the right candidates.
Please send your CV/resume together with a current photo and references.
We are looking for an experienced domestic couple for the second home of an entrepreneurial family in Kitzbühel, Austria.
No cooking is required as they usually have their own private chef travelling with them to their different residences.
Duties for him:
Estate maintenance
Responsible for the management and maintenance of the Estate
Responsible for mowing lawns, garden and patios around house
Estate Maintenance and excellent knowledge about technical things such as smart home installations, alarm systems, security cameras etc.
Oversee security of the estate
Housekeeper:
Housekeeping
Daily cleaning, dusting and polishing
Washing, Ironing and Laundry
Making Beds
Preparing for arrival/departure of the family
Candidates requirements:
It would be desirable if the couple had a very good level of speaking GermanFlexibility in duties and hours worked when the family is visiting the residenceTake pride in their work and honest, hard-working, and loyal
Accommodation:
A separate house / property on the Estate will be provided for the couple.
Days/Hours of Work:
Both full-time and flexible when principals are in residence. Normal 5 day week with flexibility when the client/family are in residence.
Salary:
Excellent professional compensation package for the right couple.
The accommodation for the couple is of a very high standard.
To express an interest please contact Sebastian Hirsch at info@butlerforyou.de
Amazing opportunity in a little Mallorquin village in Mallorca, Spain for a live-in couple with a strong estate/chalet background.
The role would suit an experienced domestic couple that has worked in very similar couple positions for several years.
The clients are looking for a dynamic duo able to take care of a large property, interior and exterior, and will also have excellent cooking skills.
This house is semi-formal and someone who understands service and hospitality will be ideal.
Please note that the couple will need to speak good Spanish.
The role:
Housekeeping
Cooking
Service, table service and flower arrangements
Gardening – exteriors upkeep
Maintenance
Maintaining household vehicles, ensuring they are serviced
Ad hoc Driving duties
Operate and manage effective CCTV activations, alarm settings and gate entry systems – ensuring security lighting checks, regular testing
Requirements:
Language Skills: Must be good in Spanish
Luxury Estate / Chalet background is a strong preference
Confident drivers
Must have previous experience working as a couple.
Excellent housekeeping and cooking skills.
Applicants should have a neat and polished appearance.
Must exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.
Applicants must be eligible to work in Spain.
Excellent compensation package. Accommodation: Large flat. High-quality finish.
Interested candidates who meet (or exceed) the needs of this wonderful opportunity should email BUTLER FOR YOU / Sebastian Hirsch with full work history, a current photo and written references.
Do You Want To Help Make The World A Better Place?
Agency:
Do you believe you can change the world?
Do you believe the world needs a little more inspiration in it these days?
If so – I might want to meet you.
Here at BUTLER FOR YOU®️ in Berlin, Germany, I’m currently looking for a recruiter (f/m/d) to help me on my quest.
As a Recruiter, you will be recruiting nannies, tutors, governesses, housekeepers, chefs, couples, personal assistants, butlers and household managers for our clients in the German-speaking countries and internationally as well. Your role will see you advertising, sourcing candidates and interviewing candidates. Maintaining an online and social media presence is an important part of the role.
Duties include:
Liaising with clients to requests for professional household staff
Placing job adverts
Sourcing candidates using various methods including advertising
Screening CVs for suitability
Interviewing candidates (via phone, Skype or face to face)
Registering candidates including checking the written references
Assigning candidates to vacancies and updating our database
Completion of any required paperwork and administration
Essential previous skills and experience:
Experience as a recruiter or as a private service professional (nanny, personal assistant etc.)
Great Social Media and IT skills
Excellent German and English written and verbal communication skills
Highly organised with the ability to work effectively under pressure
Innovative and capable of working on own initiative in sourcing candidates
I offer:
Very competitive compensation packages
Career development opportunities
Opportunity to work in central Berlin in a modern office!
In a nutshell – I need a right-hand man (or woman). I need someone who will help me with the recruitment agency to continuously grow and find the perfect matches for our clients and candidates and work together with me to make this world a better place.
Can you help?
If you’re interested, drop me a note – tell me a little about you and we can set up some time to talk more.
