Our client, with a residence in St James’s Park, London, is looking for Temporary Butlers to work at a Formal Household. The property is a large operation with over 15 members of staff jointly ensuring that the highest standards are delivered at all times.

This role is to start from 20th January for approximately 6 weeks.  This could vary depending on the family's movements.  Trials will begin on 16th and 17th January.  For cultural reasons, this position is currently only open to female candidates.

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Welcome guests of the principal, and ensure service standards are maintained throughout their visit
• Ensure the security and privacy of the property and principal are always maintained
• To be accountable for all visitors, and ensure they follow the property's privacy policy
• Take requests for food and drink, and liaise with the kitchen staff and travelling entourage
• Restock and ensure all amenities are neatly presented throughout the property
• Monitor stock levels within the property to ensure there is enough supplies for all the principal’s and employee’s needs
• Communicate with the House Manager any requests received by the entourage to organise a plan for procurement
• Provide support directly to other teams onsite when the occasion arises

The ideal individual for this role will have:

• Knowledge on wines, cookery, and dining protocols
• Middle Eastern cultural awareness
• Proficiency in planning, purchasing, and maintaining supplies and inventories
• Impeccable organisational and planning skills
• The ability to delegate activities and manage others
• Attention to detail, and the ability to multitask
• Outstanding client-relations skills and professionalism

Date: 20th January 2025
Working Days: 6 days per week on a rota system
Working Hours 12 hours per day, 12.00pm-12.00am / 2.00pm-2.00am
Uniform: Traditional Butler uniform
Salary: £350 per day
Benefits:

• Hot meal on duty
• Light refreshments are available throughout the day
• Taxi provided if finishing after 11.00pm, within London