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Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those who meet the position's requirements shall be contacted. Due to volume, we are unable to accept telephone enquiries as a first step in the application process.
Estate Manager Position with Family in Waterloo, Ontario
Job 298
Seeking a highly trustworthy, organized, and proactive Estate Manager to help manage the day-to-day operations of a busy household and multiple properties.
Salary: $180,000–$200,000
Full-time, Live-out
Waterloo, ON
The residence is a non-smoking and vape-free environment. It is also scent-free.
NOTE: Applicants must hold current status to legally work in the Canada. Sponsorship is not being considered.
Bilingual Live-In Nanny, Guelph, Ontario
Job 296
An informal family of three is seeking an experienced bilingual (French and English) nanny for their home in the Guelph area of Ontario. The position is live-in and requires that the Nanny have a full valid driver’s license. It’s an interesting country property that offers all sorts of opportunity for fun learning activities for a nanny caring for a one and a half-year old. The job suits someone who is kind, thoughtful, well-mannered, collegial in how they work, and always prepared to help out if they can. The Nanny would be part of an established and well-regarded team who works with the family and a friendly small team of staff who are always willing to provide a helping hand if they can.
Salary: $95,000
Full-time, Live-in
Toronto, ON
Applicants MUST hold current status to legally work in Canada.
Applicants MUST have a valid G-level license. A vehicle is provided for work purposes. A vehicle for personal use is recommended but not a requirement.
The property is a non-smoking and vape-free environment.
Private Chef Position with Family in Mississauga
Job 295
Seeking a professionally trained chef with formal culinary education and experience as a private or personal chef, or within hospitality. They are passionate about preparing fresh, healthy, restaurant-quality meals in a private family setting, with a good understanding of children's nutrition, dietary needs, and food allergies, and skill in baking homemade snacks and treats. Highly organized and self-motivated, they work independently with minimal supervision and bring strong planning and time-management skills, while staying calm and adaptable to the changing needs of a busy household. Just as important is temperament: the right person is professional, discreet, and trustworthy, respectful of the family's privacy, and collaborative in working alongside other household staff. The successful candidate will maintain strict confidentiality, agree to a background check, and sign a confidentiality agreement, and must hold status to legally work in Canada. This is a smoke- and scent-free home.
Salary: $130,000
Full-time, Live-out
Mississauga, ON
Applicants MUST have a valid G-level license and access to their own vehicle.
Housekeeper Position with Toronto Family
Job 294
Seeking an experienced Housekeeper to work for a family of five (two are in University) in the Avenue Lawrence area of Toronto. The Housekeeper is someone with strong housekeeping, laundry, and ironing skills, is self-directed, good at organizing, and has an eye for detail. The Housekeeper is someone who is friendly, positive, and genuinely enjoys and takes pride in what they do. There is a a very quiet, mid-sized dog, so the Housekeeper should be comfortable with dogs.
Salary: $80,000
Full-time, Live-out
Toronto, ON
The residence is a non-smoking and vape-free environment. It is also scent-free.
NOTE: Applicants must hold current status to legally work in the Canada. Sponsorship is not being considered.
Housekeeper Cook Position for Midtown Toronto Residence
Job 291
We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented, and experienced Housekeeper Cook to support the daily operations of a fine private home in Midtown Toronto. This role combines hands-on housekeeping responsibilities with hospitality support and support for food preparation.
Salary: $90,000–$105,000
Full-time, Live-out
Toronto, ON
NOTE: Applicants must hold current status to legally work in the Canada. Sponsorship is not being considered.
NOTE: Applicants must hold a full driver's license. A vehicle for work purposes is provided.
Ongoing Domestic Staff Recruitment
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.
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.
The positions we place include:
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Estate Managers
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Household Managers
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Private Chefs
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Butlers
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Housekeepers, Cook Housekeepers, Nanny Housekeepers
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Executive Housekeepers
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Elder Caregivers
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Domestic Couples
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Personal Assistants
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Lifestyle Managers
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Property Managers
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Chauffeurs
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Companions
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Private Flight Attendants
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And more. If the position exists in a luxury residence, Portico Inc. likely places individuals with experience in the area.
Private Chef Position, Seasonal, Island in Georgia Stait BC
Job 288
A private family of two adults is seeking an experienced Private Chef for a Seasonal Residency (May to October estimate). The Seasonal Residency is situated on a beautiful island with a large produce garden used for harvesting. The location is remote in the Georgia Strait area, but provisioning support is provided via seaplane to Vancouver, and there are some great farmer’s markets in the area.
The Chef should ideally have experience cooking vegetarian (on occasion), working with produce gardens, and working in remote locations.
Salary: $16,000
Part-time, Live-in
Toronto, ON
POSITION FILLED
If you would still like to register for similar positions, please email your resume to scott@porticostaff.com
Assistant Household Manager Position with Family in Guelph
Job 286
An informal family of three is seeking an Assistant House Manager for their multi-building property in the Guelph area. This is an interesting opportunity for a curious individual who enjoys taking care of a unique country residence, being part of a joyful and spirited household team, learning about holistic gardening, apiaries, sub-tropical gardening in temperate climate zones, etc.
The job suits someone who is kind, thoughtful, well-mannered, collegial in how they work, and always prepared to help out where they can. Comfortable being around a small baby. Someone with a generalist’s skill set or a generalist’s interests is likely to fit in well with the team.
Salary: $90,000–$100,000
Full-time, Live-out
Toronto, ON
POSITION FILLED
If you would still like to register for similar positions, please email your resume to scott@porticostaff.com
Household Manager Position with Toronto Family
Job 285
Opportunity for an experienced Household Manager to work for a family of four (two school-aged children--ages 6 and 7). The Household Manager will oversee the smooth running of the family’s main Toronto home and two seasonal properties (one in the Kawarthas and the other in Collingwood area). The right person will be organized, hands-on, and comfortable managing a small staff (nanny-housekeeper), vendors, and multiple households (with local support). This is a role for someone who takes pride in keeping things running efficiently behind the scenes and enjoys supporting a warm and informal family.
Salary: $130,000–$140,000
Full-time, Live-out
Toronto, ON
POSITION FILLED
If you would still like to register for similar positions, please email your resume to scott@porticostaff.com