PORTICO INC.

An opportunity for a Nanny (or Manny) to work for a family who live in the Forest Hill area of Toronto. The Nanny will work collaboratively with a team of three other nannies to support a family with four school-aged children (8,13,15,17), with a focus on the two younger children.

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This position based in Toronto is live-out, full-time, and involves domestic and international travel. Travel is mostly during school vacations and within Canada, US, and Bahamas. Summer months are spent in Muskoka for varying lengths of time.

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Schedule when in Toronto: 5 days a week inclusive of weekends. The nanny must be able to work evenings, occasional overnighting to cover for the overnight nanny when needed, and holidays. While traveling, the role requires you to be available 24/7. Suitable downtime and compensatory time off will be provided. 

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The position pays well and offers a robust benefits plan. Applicants must hold current status to legally work in Canada and travel abroad. The Family is seeking a long-term relationship.

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The family is looking for an active person who will work well with other household staff, and most importantly, an individual seeking a long-term working relationship. Experience planning and participating in youth-focused activities (i.e. early years as a camp counsellor or YMCA/YMCA) is an asset since the children are active and the nanny's role is active and participatory.

A mature and informal couple with homes in the Eastern Townships of Quebec (the primary residence), a condo in Montreal, and a home in North Palm Beach is seeking a live-in Executive Housekeeper to travel with them to their different properties. The live-in accommodations are separate and spacious. 

 

The person or persons should be comfortable home cooks, able to assist with items like iPads, printers, phones, etc. There is an Estate Manager to whom the person(s) would report. The Estate Manager oversees the residences and manages major issues. There is also a maintenance team to whom any mechanical issues would be reported. There is an IT department that handles technical issues. 

 

Applicants must have good experience with housekeeping, laundry, and ironing. There are housekeepers for all the residences in the Eastern Townships, Montreal, as well as North Palm Beach. Applicants should be humble, well-mannered, and highly discreet.

 

The position pays well for the qualified individual. The couple spends approximately five months of each winter in North Palm Beach. Applicants do not have to be bilingual, however, it is an asset. They must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

 

NOTE: Applicants must hold current status to legally work in Canada. Sponsorship is not being considered.

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APPLICATION PROCESS: Please apply with a resume. It will be reviewed and you may be contacted if it is in alignment with the position. Due to response volume, telephone calls are not accepted as a first step in the application process.

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PLEASE NOTE: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Due to response volume, however, only those who meet the position's requirements shall be contacted.

Opportunity for an experienced housekeeper to work full-time in a  professionally-run home in the midtown area of Toronto. The home is semi-formal with a full roster of staff. The work spirit is one in which staff members support one another.

 

The employers are seeking a housekeeper who is energetic and takes pride in what they do.

 

The schedule includes weekend work (one weekend day only) and a degree of flexibility is required. The position pays competitively and offers benefits.

 

Applicants must hold current status to legally work in Canada. Sponsorship is not being considered. They must also be vaccinated against COVID-19 and be open to receiving an annual flu shot.

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APPLICATION PROCESS: Please apply with a resume. It will be reviewed and you may be contacted if it is in alignment with the position. Due to response volume, telephone calls are not accepted as a first step in the application process.

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PLEASE NOTE: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Due to response volume, however, only those who meet the position's requirements shall be contacted.

We are seeking an Operations Manager for a large, luxury,  private estate in the Muskoka region. The Operations Manager will be responsible for the smooth operation of property maintenance, mechanical systems, large and small capital projects, and vendor management. They will also provide some event support in conjunction with a larger team (estate manager, culinary team, housekeeping team, etc.). The individual we are looking for will work effectively with multiple stakeholders including the estate’s principal, estate manager and staff, contractors, vendors, and others.

  

This position is a full-time and permanent opportunity. Relocation assistance may be provided for non-local candidates.

 

The position pays well, offers benefits, and three weeks’ paid vacation. Applicants must hold current status to legally work in Canada. They should also be vaccinated against COVID-19. They must have a G-level driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

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APPLICATION PROCESS: Please apply with a resume. It will be reviewed and you may be contacted if it is in alignment with the position. Due to response volume, telephone calls are not accepted as a first step in the application process.

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PLEASE NOTE: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Due to response volume, however, only those who meet the position's requirements shall be contacted.

POSITION ON TEMPORARY HOLD

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Opportunity for a Family Assistant / Personal Assistant to work in a fast-paced home in Waterloo, Ontario. This is a full-time and live-out position. The Family Assistant should be a generalist with abilities as a Personal Assistant and Household Manager. They should be energetic, creative problem solvers, organized, and preemptive thinkers. The position combines administrative desk work as well as walking Household Manager duties.

 

The position offers a competitive salary and three weeks’ vacation. The schedule is Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, although flexibility is required.

 

Applicants must hold current status to legally work in Canada. Sponsorship is not being considered. They must also be vaccinated against COVID-19. The Family Assistant should have a G-level driver’s license and their own vehicle that can be used for work purposes (mileage will be paid).

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APPLICATION PROCESS: Please apply with a resume. It will be reviewed and you may be contacted if it is in alignment with the position. Due to response volume, telephone calls are not accepted as a first step in the application process.

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PLEASE NOTE: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Due to response volume, however, only those who meet the position's requirements shall be contacted.

We are always receiving requests for experienced private service staff. If you don't see a position you are looking for now, you likely will in the future.

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If you would like to register for those opportunities, you can do so by clicking on the "Apply" button and sending your resumé with a brief outline about yourself and the kind of position that interests you. The more details the better... like if you drive and have a car.

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The positions we place include:

• Estate Managers

• Household Managers

• Private Chefs

• Butlers

• Housekeepers, Cook Housekeepers, Nanny Housekeepers

• Executive Housekeepers

• Elder Caregivers

• Domestic Couples

• Personal Assistants

• Lifestyle Managers

• Property Managers

• Chauffeurs

• Companions

• Private Flight Attendants

• And more. If the position exists in a luxury residence, Portico Inc. likely places individuals with experience in the area.

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What do you have to lose? Register and find out. That's how good things happen.

POSITION FILLED. If you would still like to register for this or similar positions, please email your resume to scott@porticostaff.com

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Opportunity for an experienced Private Chef to work for a family in their fast-paced home in Waterloo, Ontario. As changes occur, the Private Chef should be able to adapt and pivot to those changes. This is a full-time and live-out position. The Private Chef should have a broad culinary repertoire and be able to prepare elevated food when required as well as nutritious family-friendly food.

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Experience as a Private Chef, Personal Chef, and / or Caterer is an asset as is having a diploma from a Culinary School.

 

The schedule is primarily Monday to Friday, lunch and dinner, however, flexibility to accommodate events is required. The position offers a competitive salary and three weeks vacation.

 

Applicants must hold current status to legally work in Canada. Sponsorship is not being considered. They must also be vaccinated against COVID-19. The Private Chef should have a G-level driver’s license and their own vehicle that can be used for work purposes (mileage will be paid).

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APPLICATION PROCESS: Please apply with a resume. It will be reviewed and you may be contacted if it is in alignment with the position. Due to response volume, telephone calls are not accepted as a first step in the application process.

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PLEASE NOTE: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Due to response volume, however, only those who meet the position's requirements shall be contacted.

POSITION FILLED AND BECAME PART-TIME. If you would like to apply for a similar position, you can do so by clicking on this link: APPLY HERE

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Seeking an experienced Executive Housekeeper to work in a 2,700 square foot condo located in the Yorkville neighbourhood of Toronto. The position is full-time and live-out. The Executive Housekeeper will have a strong command of how to clean and maintain fine finishes, have a keen eye for detail, and be able to work in both a self-directed and directed manner.

The position requires someone who is comfortable in the kitchen to prepare basic, nutritious foods. The Executive Housekeeper must also be able to communicate effectively with the principal and contractors in order to carry out and complete basic Household Assistant tasks.

The schedule is Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm (with some flexibility), pays well and offers three weeks’ vacation.

Applicants must hold current status to legally work in Canada. Sponsorship is not being considered. They must also be vaccinated against COVID-19 and be open to receiving an annual flu shot.

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NOTE: Applicants must hold current status to legally work in Canada. Sponsorship is not being considered.

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APPLICATION PROCESS: Please apply with a resume. It will be reviewed and you may be contacted if it is in alignment with the position. Due to response volume, telephone calls are not accepted as a first step in the application process.

 

PLEASE NOTE: We thank everyone for their application. Unfortunately, only those who qualify for the position may be contacted.

POSITION FILLED. If you would still like to register for this or similar positions, please email your resume to scott@porticostaff.com

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Seeking a full-time Personal Support Worker Elder Caregiver who will live-in while at work and live-out on days off. The PSW will work in coordination with a two additional PSWs for an elderly couple who live in the Bayview and Lawrence area of Toronto. The couple is in relatively good health. 

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The position’s schedule rotates with two other PSWs with three day rotating shifts. There is travel via private jet to Florida involved in the position during the winter months (January to April). The PSW must have a valid passport and any necessary visas to qualify for this position. The PSW will ideally have some experience working for High and / or Ultra-High-Net-Worth families.

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The position pays well, offers benefits, three weeks’ vacation, and a discretionary bonus.

 

Location: Toronto with travel to North Palm Beach, Florida from January to April

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Schedule: Rotating three days on three days off.

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APPLICATION PROCESS: Please apply with a resume. It will be reviewed and you may be contacted if it is in alignment with the position. Due to response volume, telephone calls are not accepted as a first step in the application process.

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PLEASE NOTE: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Due to response volume, however, only those who meet the position's requirements shall be contacted.

POSITION FILLED. If you would still like to register for this or similar positions, please email your resume to scott@porticostaff.com

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Seeking a full-time, live-out or live-in Household Manager / Cook in the Bayview and Lawrence area of Toronto to work for an elderly couple who are in relatively good health. The position’s schedule is Monday to Friday and times will vary according to needs. The Household Manager is responsible for lunch and dinner. The couple enjoys good food in small portions. The Manager will perform table setting and service as the couple is relatively formal. 

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The employer is seeking an employee who is well-mannered, presents well, is energetic, and takes pride in what they do. They should be kind, compassionate, and get along with others. There are PSWs who care for the couple. This is not an eldercare position.

 

Travel to Florida is required during the months of January, February, March, and April. Accommodation provided. The position pays well, offers benefits, three weeks’ vacation, and a discretionary bonus.

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APPLICATION PROCESS: Please apply with a resume. It will be reviewed and you may be contacted if it is in alignment with the position. Due to response volume, telephone calls are not accepted as a first step in the application process.

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PLEASE NOTE: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Due to response volume, however, only those who meet the position's requirements shall be contacted.

POSITION FILLED. If you would still like to register for this or similar positions, please email your resume to scott@porticostaff.com

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Seeking an experienced and professional nanny to care for the well-being and safety of an active two-year old boy. The parents are very hands-on with their son. The position is primarily Monday to Friday and approximately 8am to 6pm, although flexibility is required.

 

Travel is required, primarily to Miami from December to April. When not travelling the position is live-out. Accommodation is provided when the Nanny is travelling with the family.

 

The position comes with a medical benefits plan and three weeks vacation.

 

Applicants must hold current status to legally work in Canada and have a passport that allows them to enter the United States and return to Canada. Sponsorship is not being considered.

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APPLICATION PROCESS: Please apply with a resume. It will be reviewed and you may be contacted if it is in alignment with the position. Due to response volume, telephone calls are not accepted as a first step in the application process.

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PLEASE NOTE: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Due to response volume, however, only those who meet the position's requirements shall be contacted.

POSITION FILLED. If you would still like to register for this or similar positions, please email your resume to scott@porticostaff.com

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Seeking a full-time Housekeeper Cook for a family in the Port  Credit neighbourhood of Mississauga. The family consists of mom, dad, and a toddler who will be attending day care in September. There is a gentle golden retriever too. The position is live-out and Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Having a G-level license and a car is a bonus but not deal breaker. A car can also be provided if needed, although the home is very transit accessible. There is a cleaner who comes once a week to vacuum, dust, mop, clean bathrooms, and wipe down surfaces.

 

The objective of the position is for the housekeeper to focus on housekeeping, cooking, and laundry, while the family pursues their careers and focus on their daughter. The goal is to achieve a happy home for all.

 

Applicants must be vaccinated against COVID-19 and be willing to receive an annual flu shot. The home is a smoke and scent-free environment. Applicants must also hold current status to legally work in Canada. Sponsorship is not being considered.

 

The position pays well, offers benefits, and four weeks’ vacation. There is no work expected on statutory holidays.

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APPLICATION PROCESS: Please apply with a resume. It will be reviewed and you may be contacted if it is in alignment with the position. Due to response volume, telephone calls are not accepted as a first step in the application process.

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PLEASE NOTE: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Due to response volume, however, only those who meet the position's requirements shall be contacted.

POSITION FILLED. If you would still like to register for this or similar positions, please email your resume to scott@porticostaff.com

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Opportunity for an experienced Elder Caregiver to care for an elderly gentleman who lives in North York with his wife. The approximate location is York Mills and Yonge Street. The gentleman is fully cognitively competent and requires assistance with personal care as well as engaging, intelligent companionship. The Caregiver will be expected to go to the family farm (in the Uxbridge area), primarily during summers. They will have the option of being accommodated overnight or returning home upon finishing work.

 

The position pays well, and offers three weeks’ paid vacation. 

 

Applicants must hold current status to legally work in Canada. Sponsorship is not being considered. They must also be vaccinated against COVID-19 and willing to receive an annual flu shot. 

 

SCHEDULE: The position is primarily Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, although flexibility will be required including possible weekends as well as occasional overnighting. 

 

Applicants must hold current status to legally work in Canada. Sponsorship is not being considered. They must also be vaccinated against COVID-19 and be willing to receive an annual flu vaccine. Applicants must have a G-level license and ideally have access to a vehicle (the latter is not a pre-requisite).

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APPLICATION PROCESS: Please apply with a resume. It will be reviewed and you may be contacted if it is in alignment with the position. Due to response volume, telephone calls are not accepted as a first step in the application process.

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PLEASE NOTE: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Due to response volume, however, only those who meet the position's requirements shall be contacted.