Job #118 Butler for Forest Hill-area Couple

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Position filled. Please feel free to apply for future Butler opportunities.

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:

Days off – one day during the week and Saturday
11am to 8pm – subject to employers’ requirements
Driver as required
Some grocery shopping and errands
Assist with some meal preparation. Housekeeper cooks the dinner. Will make dinner on the days the housekeeper is off
Set table, serve dinner and possibly lunch
When entertaining, welcome guests, serve drinks, hors d’oeuvres and dinner
Assisting with housekeeping – vacuuming carpets, dusting, attending to the fireplace’s and some window cleaning on the main floor
Washing of the vehicles and keeping the garage clean
General light repairs and handyman work
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
Coordination with exterior trades – ponds and grass
Maintain the exterior of the property so that it always looks pristine including taking care of the outdoor furniture
Answer the phone in a polite and friendly manner and receive guests, packages and vendors.

Qualifications and Aptitudes:

7+ years’ experience in a private residence or similar role
Live out
Full license and clean driving record. Vehicle will be provided for work duties.
Fluency in English, both verbal and written
Trustworthy and reliable
An eye for fine details
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Eager to provide high-quality service
Long-term commitment
Basic computer knowledge (Excel, email, Word) for budgeting, communication and records keeping
This is a non-smoking residence
Must exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.