Our clients are seeking an experienced House Steward/Assistant Butler with a genuine passion for the profession. This is a busy country household based in Dorset. The family also have a Cumbrian residence where you may occasionally be required to provide full support during the shoot season typically during August – October (in the absence of the Butler).

The role is to assist the Butler/House Manager (and when required or in the absence of the Butler/House Manager):

• Take specific responsibility for maintenance of the main house and pool house, including minor repairs if required
• To check boilers, heating systems, fuel tanks and ensure that there is sufficient oil in the tanks at all times.
• To maintain/monitor technical equipment (WiFi, Entertainment systems, eg. Sky and music)
• To liaise with the alarm (fire and security) maintenance companies to ensure that the alarms and equipment are correctly working and serviced periodically as per the installer’s guidance.
• Cleaning of storerooms, garages, picture store and top dusting, as required and working with the housekeeper where necessary including to help with polishing wooden floors.
• To assist in the daily management of the family’s pets including walking and feeding
• Driving the family when required.

In the absence of the Butler - to provide a full Butlering service including:

• Receiving guests and callers
• Attending to meals and functions as required
• Maintaining hunting/riding/shooting clothes and boots
• Maintaining and cataloguing of wine and drink stores
• Maintaining and cleaning all silver
• Keeping public rooms tidy at all times.

The successful candidate will be a strong team player, willing to assist where necessary and have an interest in country pursuits. A driver and being dog friendly are essential.

The working pattern is currently 10 days on and 4 days off, but is open to negotiation.

A 2-bedroom flat is provided which is currently furnished and has recently been redecorated. Council Tax is included.

A competitive salary is being offered. (AGY.)