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Senior Butler Job

  • Sector: Private Households & Estates
  • Function: Butler
  • Contact: Jules le Roux
  • Contact Phone: +442072339950
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Location: Surrey
  • Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 GPA
  • Job Ref: 174782
  • Contact Email: jules@greycoatlumleys.co.uk

Live-in or Live-out Senior Butler Job

A fully staffed household based in Surrey is seeking a motivated, personable, and committed Senior Butler to join a private Ultra-High-Net-Worth (UHNW) household based in Surrey.

You will be responsible for all aspects of formal and informal service, alongside mentoring junior butlers and ensuring that the household is always running seamlessly. 

Candidate Requirements:

  • Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in a similar role within UHNW private households, luxury yachts, or high-end hospitality environments such as Michelin-starred or fine dining establishments

  • Demonstrates absolute discretion, confidentiality, and unwavering loyalty

  • Maintains a high standard of professionalism and immaculate personal presentation at all times

  • Proficient in formal service protocols, including table settings and silver service

  • Skilled in beverage preparation and service, including coffees, cocktails, wine, whiskey, cognac and cigar service

  • Familiar with pantry organisation, stock rotation, and household cleaning standards, including the maintenance of fine china, silverware and crystalware

  • Confident and courteous when interacting with high-profile principals and VIP guests

  • Exceptionally organised, with the ability to prioritise tasks and maintain keen attention to detail

  • Proactive and intuitive, with the ability to anticipate the needs of principals and respond promptly to guest requests in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

  • Confidence in assisting the Head Butler in training and mentoring temporary butlers during large events and busy periods

  • Fluent in English, both spoken and written

Start date: ASAP

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 GPA depending on experience 

Live in or live out: open to both 

Working hours: 48 hours per week, 8 hour shifts, with flexibility for weekend availability as needed