Butler/Household Manager – Los Angeles

The International Butler Academy•Los Angeles, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

A dedicated, experienced, formal, and polished household manager and butler to oversee every aspect of the principal's life and management of his primary residence in keeping with the principal's desire for a luxury service experience for himself and his guests throughout. The position requires initiative and a hands-on approach. Familiarity with butler etiquette, formal table service, and elegance in service are a must. The demands of this position are likely best suited to a candidate in their forties as opposed to a more seasoned applicant who may not be able to keep up with the demands of the principal or a younger candidate who may be lacking the relevant experience. In addition to the relevant experience, a steadfast commitment to dedicating yourself in service to this principal will be well rewarded. Only candidates legally authorized to work in the U.S. will be considered.

Requirements

Expert knowledge of luxury service and having graduated a top-tier private service training program.
Thoroughness and sufficiently detail oriented to create methodical systems, compile lists, and keep the utmost organization.
Excellent knowledge of formal meal services, practices, and table preparation.
Ability to prepare food and drinks on occasion with knowledge of wines, bartending, and mixology.
Tech savvy with home media and technology needs.
Dog friendly.
Spanish and Italian language proficiency is preferred.
Valid California drivers license is required.
Absolute discretion and respect for privacy for the principal and guests always.
Physical requirements for the position are the ability to endure prolonged periods standing and walking, and the ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds at times.

Nice To Haves

Spanish and Italian language proficiency is preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversight of residential management, including supervising housekeeping staff and vendor management.
Maintaining all household technology.
Managing household utility financial responsibilities and timely payments in conjunction with the personal business manager.
Monthly household expense reporting.
Daily property walkthrough and inspection.
Overseeing the completion of the household manuals already in progress.
Restocking and record keeping for household supplies and consumables, and communication with the principal on reordering.
Travels in advance to the Italian residence to prepare, stock, and clean the property in advance of the principal's arrival.
Provide butler service for formal dinner events and oversee hospitality for all guest events at the equivalency of a luxury hotel experience.
Organizes occasional small events and dinner parties, partnering with chef on menu curation, wine/cocktail menus, décor, florals, etc.
Light cooking and preparation as directed: i.e. preparation of coffee, salads, smoothies, light meals, cocktails, wine, etc.
Mixology and cocktail knowledge and preparation for principal and guests, along with expert knowledge of wines for meal pairings.
Acts as chauffeur/driver for the principal locally, as needed, to restaurants, airport, etc., and oversee all vehicle maintenance.
Unpacking and packing of luggage and bags upon the principal's arrival to and departure from the residence for business and personal travel.
Responsibility for pet maintenance and care, as needed, for principal's one dog.
In the absence of the housekeeper, perform the housekeeping duties including washing dishes, utensils, glasses, pots, and pans; wiping and dusting surfaces in rooms; cleaning windows & mirrors; vacuuming and cleaning floors, rugs, furniture, and drapes; stocking, changing, and cleaning linens, towels, bedspreads, and blankets; emptying trash containers.
Seeing to other related duties, as assigned.