The Butler/Estate Interior Manager is a highly skilled hospitality professional assisting with the daily household operation of a large Palm Beach family estate as well as oversee secondary, seasonal, and additional homes and properties. S/he is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations while delivering exceptional personal service to the property owners and their guests. A sophisticated professional who can anticipate needs, manage a luxury environment, and deliver impeccable personalized service with absolute discretion. This role ensures the household runs smoothly, maintaining the highest standards of organization, discretion, hospitality, and professionalism.
The Butler/Estate Interior Manager is a highly skilled hospitality professional assisting with the daily household operation of a large Palm Beach family estate as well as oversee secondary, seasonal, and additional homes and properties. S/he is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations while delivering exceptional personal service to the property owners and their guests. A sophisticated professional who can anticipate needs, manage a luxury environment, and deliver impeccable personalized service with absolute discretion. This role ensures the household runs smoothly, maintaining the highest standards of organization, discretion, hospitality, and professionalism.
- College degree or Butler certification (Ivor Spencer, British Butler Institute) preferred, but not required.
- At least 5 years of experience in UHNW private service or luxury hospitality.
- Wine, spirits, or hospitality certifications (WSET).
- Proven experience working in high-profile or fully staffed estates.
- Mastery of formal service, etiquette, and household management; experience managing multiple residences.
- Strong conflict management, influencing, and negotiation skills.
- Excellent customer service skills, attention to detail, and proven ability in follow-up commitments.
- Ability to prioritize, multi-task, take initiative, and problem solve while maintaining attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and strategic skills; must be a problem solver, resourceful, and have superior organizational skills.
- Must be able to multi-task and manage a constantly changing schedule and calendar.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and a professional, poised demeanor.
- Ability to manage staff and vendors while serving as a team player; polished, poised and remains calm under pressure.
- Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays based on principals' schedule.
- Travel between residences domestically.
- Always maintain confidentiality.
- Proficient in MS Office Products.
- Valid driver's license with a driving record that meets Company standards.
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