This is a good opportunity for an experienced, full-time and live-out Butler to work in a beautiful Forest Hill residence. The person would work in collaboration with a housekeeper who is a long-time employee. The focus for the housekeeper is general housekeeping, laundry, ironing, meal preparation and some grocery shopping. The employers are looking for an individual with 7-years’ experience working in a similar residence. Individuals without the longevity in a role but who have the correct experience are still encouraged to apply.
Applicants must hold current status to legally work in Canada. Sponsorship is not being considered.
Primary Responsibilities:
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Days off – one day during the week and Saturday
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11am to 8pm – subject to employers’ requirements
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Driver as required
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Some grocery shopping and errands
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Assist with some meal preparation. Housekeeper cooks the dinner. Will make dinner on the days the housekeeper is off
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Set table, serve dinner and possibly lunch
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When entertaining, welcome guests, serve drinks, hors d’oeuvres and dinner
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Assisting with housekeeping – vacuuming carpets, dusting, attending to the fireplace’s and some window cleaning on the main floor
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Washing of the vehicles and keeping the garage clean
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General light repairs and handyman work
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Maintaining household logs and responsible for working with all household trades for the maintenance of the residence including the HVAC, mechanical, electrical and the elevator
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Coordination with exterior trades – ponds and grass
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Maintain the exterior of the property so that it always looks pristine including taking care of the outdoor furniture
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Answer the phone in a polite and friendly manner and receive guests, packages and vendors.
Qualifications and Aptitudes:
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7+ years’ experience in a private residence or similar role
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Live out
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Full license and clean driving record. Vehicle will be provided for work duties.
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Fluency in English, both verbal and written
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Trustworthy and reliable
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An eye for fine details
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Ability to work with minimal supervision
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Eager to provide high-quality service
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Long-term commitment
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Basic computer knowledge (Excel, email, Word) for budgeting, communication and records keeping
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This is a non-smoking residence
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Must exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.
Salary is commensurate with experience and candidate qualities/capabilities
Dress Code – casual/elegant
Position available as soon as possible.
Positions We Place
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Housekeepers
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Cook/Housekeepers
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Executive Housekeepers
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Nannies
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Laundresses
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Elder Caregivers
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Personal Assistants
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Office Butlers
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House Managers
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Private Chefs
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Butlers (Household & Corporate)
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Domestic Couples
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Estate Couples
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Chauffeurs
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Companions
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Corporate Flight Attendants
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