Live-out Butler/PA in London

 

We are looking for an all-rounder who is content with a wide range of duties.  When the principal is not in residence, your job role may vary, so we would be looking for someone that would be happy to embrace this.  Driving is essential, as you will be required to move between residences freely and may be required to transport guests and / or run occasional errands.

 

The principal also has residences in Europe and regularly makes international trips worldwide, so there may be some occasional travel.  

 

 

Key responsibilities

o Supervision and management of household staff - housekeepers, gardeners, chef

o Oversight of household working rotas, holidays, sickness 

o Events organisation and oversight in conjunction with the private office

o Administrative duties to include; inventories, insurance schedules, property maintenance, liaising with contractors, scheduling of essential works, keeping basic accounts, health and safety, ongoing staff training, stock residences. 

o Chauffeur duties - must drive

o Valet duties - for the principal (and possibly visiting guests)

o Formal table service and service of drinks

o Supervision of cleaning of silver and care of fine art and antiques 

o Liaison with art adviser to assist with receiving, hanging and cataloguing of pieces where necessary

o Personal Assistant service to all visiting guests

o Responsible along with team for the maintenance and upkeep of all - glassware, crockery, bar equipment

o Assist the house-keeping department in ensuring the front of house area is tidy when guests are in residence, e.g. straightening cushions, folding clothes etc.

o Maintaining an accurate and up to date stock of all guest consumables - i.e. wine, champagne, alcohol, water etc.

o Advise your team including the chef and the housekeepers of any change of plans that may affect other departments

o Maintaining and keeping all service storage areas organised, clean and tidy - fully stocked

o Inform the private office of any issues or problems found by either yourself or your team

o You and your team will be responsible for setting up and cleaning down all guest entertaining areas both inside and out- for meals, drinks and general entertainment.  

Start date:  August/September

 

Working week:  Will vary on a rotation basis, typically 5-days on, 2-days off (6-day working week during UK visits)

 

Hours: 50-60 hours during occupancy, must be flexible as the principal travels frequently so time off is to be taken when the principal is not in the UK. Regular evening and weekend work required. (Must respond to calls/messages out of hours) 

 

Travel: flexibility to travel, particularly during the summer season to support European residences with events. 

 

Salary:  £30,000-£40,000