Daily Butler & Travel Abroad 3 x a year for up to 3 weeks - Feb/Summer/December
£60,000 per annum
We are looking to recruit a professional, polished Travelling Butler to join a prestigious UHNW private residence in Central London. Working under the direction of the Head Butler, the successful candidate will deliver impeccable, discreet, and anticipatory service to the principals and their guests across London and international residences.
This role requires a refined professional with a strong background in private service, an eye for detail, and a passion for excellence.
Duties:
Butler Service & Guest Care
• Provide formal and informal butler service to the highest UHNW standards.
• Anticipate and respond to the needs and preferences of the Principals and guests with precision and discretion.
• Deliver seamless service during daily operations, private dining, and high-profile events.
• Ensure a consistent and personalised service experience across all residences.
Food & Beverage Service
• Execute fine dining service, including silver service where required.
• Set and clear tables to exceptional standards, ensuring alignment with household aesthetics.
• Serve food and beverages with precision, timing, and attention to detail.
• Support wine service, including presentation, decanting, and pairing recommendations where appropriate.
Wine & Beverage Knowledge
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of wines, regions, vintages, and food pairings.
• Assist in the management and organisation of the wine cellar.
• Ensure correct storage, handling, and service of wines and beverages.
• Support stock control and inventory management of beverages.
Household Operations Support
• Work closely with the Head Butler and wider household team to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Assist with preparation and service for events, receptions, and formal occasions.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of service areas, pantries, and dining spaces.
• Support with packing/unpacking and set-up during travel between residences.
Travel & Multi-Residence Support
• Travel with the Principals to international residences as required.
• Ensure all service standards are maintained consistently across locations.
• Assist in preparing properties ahead of arrivals and ensuring readiness for service.
We are looking for a Butler with the following:
• Proven experience as a Butler within a UHNW private household or luxury hospitality environment.
• Strong understanding of formal service, etiquette, and protocol.
• Solid knowledge of wines and beverage service.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Discreet, professional, and service-oriented.
• Flexible and willing to travel internationally at short notice.
• Polished and well-presented
• Calm and composed under pressure
• Proactive and intuitive
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Absolute discretion and confidentiality
Working as part of a large team of private staff, this role would suit a service driven, detailed orientated Butler used to working at pace who enjoys a busy environment with travel required 3 times a year. Shift work on offer; 8am -4pm/ 9am -5pm/ 10am-6pm, 11am – 7pm – Working a maximum of an 8 hr day.
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