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1-3 years
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Salary Not Disclosed
1 Vacancy
Position Overview:
Seeking an experienced Butler for a semi-formal residence located south of the Washington DC area. The successful applicant will be experienced with providing both formal and semi-formal food and beverage service for the family and their guests. This position is full-time, live-out. A typical work week is Monday to Friday. Flexibility outside of this schedule is required as needed for events with notice.
Candidate Profile:
You are an experienced and well-rounded Butler who enjoys keeping a clean and organized home. You have a strong understanding of household management and food and beverage service. You have a do what it takes attitude and have a calm and collected approach when things dont go as planned. You are comfortable both in leadership roles and working with in a team.
Primary Responsibilities:
Formal and semi-formal table setting, food and beverage service to Principals and guests
Event planning and facilitation
Greeting of guests and visitors, answering telephone, and taking messages, general mail and correspondence
Train and manage other household staff to maintain the standards of the residence
Management of household inventories and implementation of organizational strategies
Care of the butler pantry including china, crystal and silver
Ensure all household mechanical systems, HVAC, plumbing, equipment and fixtures are in good working order
Schedule and supervise trades and contractors
Monitor household budgets and costs for trades and vendors
Assist with the ordering and purchasing of household inventories
Ensure household security protocols are followed
Occasional pet care responsibilities as required
Occasional driving family members as required
Applicant Qualities:
Be a self-starter with an anticipatory, service-oriented disposition
Must possess excellent time management skills, be punctual, courteous, possess keen attention to detail and follow through on all tasks and projects assigned
Must possess a strong work ethic and understand invisible service
Must be a team player able to motivate and work with staff to ensure a positive outcome
Must have a sense and respect of boundaries, exercise diplomacy, discretion and confidentiality
A drivers license and clean driving record is required
Must be legally entitled to work in the United States of America
COVID-19 Considerations
In order to maintain the health and safety of the workplace, this position will require a fully vaccinated candidate as a condition of employment. Proof of vaccination will be required by the candidate prior to their start date.
Candidates will be required to comply with all established health and safety measures, which may include screening, wearing a mask or face covering, using provided PPE, maintaining appropriate physical distancing and self-monitoring of potential COVID-19 symptoms.
Full Time