Live-in Butler/Cook

A high-profile family in Milan with six children seeks a highly skilled, flexible, and dedicated Live-in Butler to manage household operations and ensure the well‑being of the family. The ideal candidate will be an experienced professional with a strong background in household management, driving, cooking, and childcare, with the ability to travel and maintain availability after hours.

Key Responsibilities

Household Management

• Oversee and coordinate household staff (housekeepers, gardeners, childcare providers), ensuring professionalism and adherence to family standards.
• Manage household budgets, expenses, vendor relations, and payments.
• Maintain household organisation, cleanliness, and efficiency at all times.

Driving

• Provide safe, reliable transportation for family members.
• Maintain all vehicles, ensuring they are clean, fuelled, and in top condition.

Cooking & Service

• Prepare and serve nutritious, family‑style breakfasts and dinners for eight, accommodating dietary preferences.
• Plan weekly menus, source quality ingredients, and uphold high kitchen hygiene standards.
• Perform formal service duties, including table setting and food presentation.

Proxy Parenting & Child Supervision

• Supervise and care for children when parents are away, ensuring routines and schedules are followed.
• Oversee daily activities such as hygiene, tutoring, meals, and bedtime (8:00pm).
• Provide consistent, caring, and structured guidance aligned with parental expectations.

Travel & Logistics

• Accompany the family on domestic and international trips, managing logistics, packing, and transportation.
• Ensure smooth transitions between residences and travel destinations.

Availability & Flexibility

• Remain available after hours for emergencies or additional duties.
• Adapt to the family’s evolving needs and schedule with discretion and reliability.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Butler, Household Manager, or in a similar private household role (experience with large families preferred).
• Valid driver’s license with an excellent driving record and confidence driving in Milan and abroad.
• Strong culinary skills with experience preparing family meals and accommodating dietary needs.
• Excellent organisational, leadership, and multitasking abilities.
• Experience with childcare and maintaining structured routines.
• Fluent in English and Italian preferred (additional languages a plus).
• Professional, discreet, and trustworthy, with outstanding references.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and travel as needed.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience).
• Private living quarters within the family’s residence.

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