Usa. New York (Park Avenue) & the Hamptons Experienced Couple Required

CurrentVacancies21st November 2008

COUPLES

USA. NEW YORK (PARK AVENUE) & THE HAMPTONS – EXPERIENCED COUPLE REQUIRED

A nice position for a really experienced, trained, private service couple to work in the roles of cook/housekeeper & houseman/handyman/butler for a professional client, his wife and their 12 year old daughter. The family has 2 small dogs. The main residence is a fabulous 2-bedroom apartment on Park Avenue, but there is also a wonderful 3-storey property, situated on the water in the Hamptons, where the family reside from the end of June to Labor. At this time of year the family do entertain on occasion and thus the cooking must be of a good standard for small numbers. For larger numbers, the employers bring in outside caterers. The successful couple will be experienced in all housekeeping departments, cooking, cleaning, laundry, washing, ironing, serving, and caring for the home, overseeing contractors etc. Accommodation - there is a lovely suite available for the couple’s use in the Hamptons and in New York a 4th floor apartment with 2 bedrooms. A full maintenance staff is employed in the Hamptons and in New York a housekeeper who has worked for the family comes in from 9-3 5 days a week. A Chauffeur and a Personal Assistant (of 20 years) are also employed in New York. Top negotiable salary for the right couple.

(REF: HU0722)

ASPEN, COLORADO - Cook/Housekeeper & Butler: Joint duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: valet, table service, chauffeur, auto maintenance, shopping, minimal indoor and outdoor gardening, minor household repairs, securing outside assistance for other repairs, arranging flowers, cooking (ideally Asian and Italian cuisine), laundry, ironing, vacuuming and general housekeeping, as well as maintaining household supplies, care for silver and antiquities and Mr. & Mrs. X delicate clothing and personal belongings. Manage the entire household when Mr. & Mrs. X are not in residence. Ensure that everything is in good order, in place, well stocked and replenished, etc. to keep the property and household in tip-top condition. Schedule carpet cleaning, window washing, etc. Mr. & Mrs. X entertain both large and small groups – Menu planning, provisions and preparation. Be on call and available at all times when Mr. & Mrs. X are in residence. One of you shall be primarily responsible to manage the household, checking accounts and provide records for bookkeeping. Serve as caretakers and assume responsibility for the property. The property should never be left vacant at any time; there must always be someone staying at the residence. This has to be taken into consideration when planning to take personal days and coordination with the Property Manager. Willing to learn and attend courses where necessary. Assist Property Manager whenever needed. Supervise and assist Daily help. Take care of dog and cat.Mr and Mrs X are in residence approximately half the year. There is a self-contained two-bedroom apartment ajoined to the house and negotiable salary. Past experience and longevity in a job is important. (REF:HU0002)

EUROPE & OVERSEAS

COUPLES VACANCIES

GRASSE –SOUTH OF FRANCE - COUPLE

HOUSEKEEPER/FAMILY COOK & HANDYMAN/GARDEN MAINTENANCE/DRIVER- Informal family with four small children aged 8 years down to 7 months This is a holiday home of approx 10-11,000 Square feet, just outside Grasse in the hills of Cannes. The property is only used for approximately 3 months of the year, of which- 2 months in the summer and the rest of the time to coincide with school holidays. Occasionally the family are in residence over Christmas and New Year. Close family members also use the property very occasionally between these times. When the owners are in residence the working hours will be 8-6pm with 2 half days off per week. These longer hours are only during the principals time in residence, outside these times is less demanding and the couple are expected to monitor and plan their own time.

The duties on a daily basis are all general housekeeping to include cleaning, washing and ironing and preparation of light, fresh healthy family food. There is a travelling nanny who accompanies the children, so very little childcare but as there are four children – the couple do need to enjoy the company of children.

The gentleman is required to have good handyman skills and be able to maintain the interior and exterior of the property. There is approx 3 acres of gardens, which includes lawns, flower beds and terraces around the swimming pool. Part of the gardens is Olive Trees and a tennis court which is maintained by external contractors.

The couple are required to have experience in domestic service, have energy, enthusiasm and a warm and happy personality. It is essential that the couple speak some French- well enough to communicate with local contractors.

Salary is 2,500 Euros per month ( Nett), 5 weeks holiday per year and one bedroom self contained apartment which has its own small terrace and garden. A car is provided for work use, but ideally the couple should have their own car for personal use. Small dog will be considered.(REF: HU0715)

VERBIER, SWITZERLAND – HOUSEMANAGER/BUTLER/CHEF/HOUSEKEEPER/HOST COUPLE OR TWO INDIVIDUAL PEOPLE CHEF/PERSON FRIDAY & BUTLER/PERSON FRIDAY - Fantastic opportunity for a highly experienced couple to run and manage this luxury 3000 square metre ski chalet that consists of 9 suites and a spar area (that includes a beauty therapist, doctor and nutritionist). The chalet is used privately by the family throughout the year and run as a business; therefore there will be long, busy periods especially during the winter. Between the couple, one must act as a butler providing first class front of house and F&B service with knowledge of fine wines and cigars. All housekeeping duties required as well as cooking to dinner party standard. Candidates need to have good attention to detail and be able to provide the right ambience whether it be formal or informal. Flowers need to be organised and a personal touch added to make everyone’s stay memorable. Extra staff may be brought in when required and there is currently a handyman and cleaner employed. Refurbishment on the chalet has just completed and candidates need to be able to deal with all outside contractors. Computer literacy is essential and the accounts need to be managed. Ideally both candidates must be fluent French speakers however consideration will be given if only one candidate speaks fluent French. Salary, accommodation and time off negotiable. Qualified fitness trainer, masseuse or beautician considered. (REF:HU0743)

FRANCE, CANNES –HOUSEKEEPER & HOUSEMANAGER/BUTLER/DRIVER:Principals are only in residence for a couple of months each year and therefore require experienced, reliable candidates to care for their property. Candidates will be responsible for the security and upkeep of the villa. Computer literacy is essential as well as the ability to speak and understand French (at least one of you). You will be required to take care of the accounts and budgets, deal with outside contractors, maintain the garden area, ensure the house is clean at all times, drive and care for the cars & run the villa. Full staff will travel with the principle otherwise candidates will be working alone. The accommodation provided consists of a separate villa. Salary negotiable. (REF:HU0687)

LUBERON – PROVENCE, FRANCE:

House management Couple – Housekeeper/Cook/Driver/handyman/security

Super position for an experienced couple who must enjoy a rural and peaceful lifestyle and are self-starters. The property is an old “ Provence” style farm house with multiple terraces of different levels.

This is a second residence that is used relatively frequently for various periods of time. The lady of the couple needs to be an enthusiastic housekeeper, caring for the four-bedroom home, handling all the cleaning, laundry and ironing. There will be cooking ( either of the couple can cook) to dinner party standard for up to 10 people at a time, not on a daily basis, as the lady of the house does like to cook. However this is not an essential criteria as a chef can always be brought in for dinner parties or entertaining. Simple and fresh family cooking would however be required.

The gentleman of the couple needs to be confident in overseeing the gardeners who care for 200 acres of land, deal with outside contractors, clean cars, water plants, care for the swimming pool and pool house, and be a good DIY / handyman. Both candidates need to drive and speak French, one fluent. The clients are really looking for a couple that will stay 5+ years. There is a newly refurbished, two-bedroom cottage provided and a negotiable salary. Pet a possibility but no dependents please. (REF:HU0630)

AVIGNON & MARSEILLES (Seine remi de Provence) – COOK/HOUSEKEEPER & HOUSEMAN/BUTLER/GROUNDSMAN. Young couple under 45 years maximum with no children required to work alongside current Hutchinson’s couple, who are expecting first child so need an assistant couple. The clients are charming Italians and with other homes in Paris, Italy and the USA and are in part residence for holidays, on some weekends and visit with friends and family. The house is an old monastery, 18th century which has been totally refurbished to the finest standards – everything is newly furnished - 10 bedrooms with en-suite. Family of 5 with adult children 2 of whom are married. Simple Italian and Mediterranean cooking required and hands on housekeeping to work alongside the current lady housekeeper and partner to assist in the gardens and grounds and help with the pool, undertake occasional driving to and from the airport. The client comes highly recommended and is a very nice, friendly, down to earth employer who offers a salary in the region of 1500 EU net per month + bonus at the end of the year and with 2 bedroom furnished accommodation. Conversational French necessary.

(REF:HU0993)

LOUISIANA –HOUSEKEEPER/LIGHT COOK & GROUNDSMAN – ARABIAN HORSE FARM - Lovely position on a Louisiana rice/soybean farm with equestrian facility being built. Client is currently working with an equestrian architect and hopes to begin construction in the near future. Client owns up to 7 straight Egyptian Arabian horses and would like to locate a full time employee, or couple to move to the property. A new apartment located over the horse barn will provide excellent housing. The client will be relocating from New Orleans, where they have lived for the last 23 years. Ideally, the client would like to have a couple with no children who could help with the horses, as well as undertaking housekeeping/cooking/light entertaining. There are 2 houses on the property, currently with a caretaker of the grounds and a lawn contractor. The client wishes to develop riding trails on some of the property, and currently plans simply to ride the Arabians for enjoyment & does not plan to breed, show or compete initially. These horses are all geldings. Good salary & conditions on offer for the right person(s).

(REF: HU0991)

NR LAUSANNE – SWITZERLAND

COUPLE

CHEF/HOUSEMANAGER/HOUSEKEEPER

Large new construction of a beautiful high tec, 5 storey home, situated between Monteux and Lausanne.

The property should be completed for February 2009 and will require a residential couple to run and oversee the general management of the property.

The family of four includes 2 children of 13 and 11yrs, who will eventually use the house as their main residence, but in the immediate period the family will travel between other homes in Singapore, India and USA. There may be the occasional requirement to travel to one of the other residences for short periods.

The house stands in approx one acre of gardens which will be landscaped, with a pool complex and private driveway. A full time gardener will be employed who will report to the couple as will the daily housekeeper.

The residence will comprise of 3 suites, children’s rooms and additional guest rooms, a large professional kitchen, 3 reception rooms and an entertainment floor.

An experienced chef is required who has a very broad repertoire of cuisine, the principals are Indian vegetarian and are health conscious. The chef will be required to prepare Indian cuisine but training will be available for those willing to broaden their skills. They enjoy entertaining and will eventually host dinner parties and special events to include a variety of guests of varying cultures and nationalities. The chef will manage the kitchen and be able to stock, provision and cook on a daily basis, however as the principals will be traveling the chef should also have a willingness to undertake house management duties, manage the household budget and perhaps even undertake an airport run.

The housekeeper will be experienced in all domestic duties and although there will be additional assistance, this is a hands on role. The housekeeper should have the knowledge to care for fine fabrics and special finishes, be able to care for the wardrobes, arrange flowers and ideally serve at table.

At least one of the couple should drive. Conversational French essential.

Top salary, self contained large suite within the residence, use of a car if required.

(REF:HU1033)

TRINITY – JERSEY

COUPLE

HANDS ON ESTATE MANAGER

PT COOK/HOUSEKEEPER

Mature employers with multiple homes and extensive travel commitments require an experienced, self motivated handyman and cook to run and manage this lovely property in a very rural location on the Island of Jersey.

A large country home in approx 4 acres of beautiful gardens with four properties on the estate. Overall approx 16 acres some of which is farmed.

The estate manager will have excellent handyman skills and be able to direct and work alongside the 2 Portuguese gardeners who have been working on the estate for a number of years. You will be responsible for the day to day running of the property, be able to liase with contractors, suppliers and organise any quotes etc as required. There are 2 swimming pools – one indoor and one out, and a tennis court all of which will require maintenance.

The cook will be required to prepare fresh evening meals, probably 3-4 times per week, using fresh local produce and the vegetables and fruits from the gardens. You will be required to liase with the gardeners on seasonal produce and plan menu’s accordingly. The principals prefer good, fresh home cooking but they do entertain and have occasional dinner parties.

A cleaner has been employed for many years so you will only be required to care for the kitchen and no other cleaning duties. There will be errands to run, and light housekeeping duties on occasions.

There are 2 black Labradors, who are everyone’s friends and during the owners absence the couple will be responsible for the care of the dogs.

Salary negotiable, beautiful 2 bedroom cottage and 2 days off per week.

Both should drive and ideally have their own car. January 2009 start.

(REF:HU1059)

CASA CAMPANILLA, IBIZA, SPAIN - HOUSE MANAGER OR COUPLE. For special Hutchinson’s clients who own a large 8 bedroom hacienda, set in 80 acres of agricultural farmland in Ibiza, Spain. The property is owned by a couple, predominantly used between the months of June and September by the owners, their two young children and their friends/business acquaintances. It is in the process of being developed into a working farm. Oranges are grown mainly, but there is also a considerable number of other fruit tress including: lemons, pears, apples, pomegranates, almonds. These need to be treated and harvested appropriately. There are four gardeners and two housekeeping staff to be supervised between Monday and Friday. During the summer months extra staff is employed. The property is under continual improvement and this must be monitored closely at all times.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: - You will be required to be responsible for all household accounts – the current program being used is Quicken. Reports and receipts to be sent to the accountant and owner at the end of each month. In addition you will co-ordinate the following activities: general running of the household, checking all deliveries, any problems with plumbing, air-conditioning, heating, swimming pool etc. Opening and closing the house on a daily basis, whilst ensuring the property’s security at all times. Ensure the property is kept to a high standard of cleanliness and readiness at ALL times, as the owners enjoy long weekends outside of the summer season. You should be able to liaise with the family’s estate managers when required, particularly during periods of building work or work connected with farming activity. Also supervise any contracted staff working at the property.

The house should be run to a similar standard as a yacht during the summer season, providing excellent service (breakfast, lunch & dinner), superb laundry (sheets, towels, guest clothing etc). Household (guests should expect to have their bags unpacked, rooms cleaned in the morning and during the day, with turn-down at night). Swimming Pool and Terrace/Bar area is to be monitored regularly (e.g. no dirty towels, cleared floor from meals.) Extra touches: flowers, candles, toiletries to be provided and all alcohol will need to be ordered. You must be capable to employ extra staff during the summer e.g. barman, cleaners etc. Some staff will return from last summer. Ensure that the wine cellar is carefully managed. Keep an up-to-date inventory on items in the house, cellar and garden. Ensure that the Car/house etc Insurance is kept up to date.