Summary
SEASONAL TRAVELLING BUTLER – EUROPE & WORLDWIDE
Location: Travel between UK, Mediterranean, Caribbean & international residences
Duration: April – August (summer season), potential for permanent placement
Employers: British family – frequent travel between main residence, yacht, and holiday homes
Qualifications: Would be beneficial to have a valid STCW and ENG to enable you to work as a seafarer
The Role
A British family is seeking an experienced, professional Travelling Butler to support them across multiple residences and their private yacht during the summer season. This is a rare opportunity for a candidate who thrives in high-end, dynamic environments and enjoys frequent international travel.
You will provide bespoke service to two principals & their grown-up children, and families. The family’s expectations range from relaxed family-style service when entertaining children and grandchildren, to formal silver service for the principals alone.
The role includes:
- Managing household standards across multiple residences in the UK, France, Barbados, and aboard the family yacht in the Mediterranean
- Travelling ahead of the principals to ensure all arrangements meet their exacting standards
- Collaborating with a specialist travel team (chef, lady-in-waiting, dresser, masseuse, personal guru) while maintaining independent responsibility for butler duties
- Wine service, table management, silver service, filleting fish, and engaging with the principals about their vineyard and culinary interests
- Seamless handover from the previous butler and integration into an already well-run household
Candidate Requirements
- Experienced in butler service in UHNW households or private yachts
- Exceptional discretion, professionalism, and attention to detail
- Comfortable with international travel, including managing schedules across multiple residences
- Ability to adapt service style from formal silver service to relaxed family-style hospitality
- Skilled in fine dining service, wine presentation, and household management
- Flexible and committed – the role requires availability 6 days a week, with Sundays off
What We Offer
- Work with a British family in a luxury, fast-paced, and varied environment
- Travel across Europe, Caribbean, and international destinations
- Collaboration with a highly professional household and travel team
- Potential for long-term/permanent employment following the seasonal placement
Additional Information
- The family will assist with visas and travel documentation
- Previous butler has been with the family for a number of years providing a smooth handover
- Candidate must be ready to travel ahead of the principals to ensure perfection in service
