Butler

Required Skills

Essential requirements include previous butler experience in a private household or UHNW environment, comfort in a fast-paced, informal family setting, strong food & beverage service skills, collaborative ability within a staffed household, and a proactive, adaptable, detail-oriented approach. Candidates must be tech-confident, calm under pressure, possess excellent organizational skills, and have a flexible approach to working hours and international travel. Being based in Dubai with own accommodation and holding a UK or EU passport are essential.

Job description / Role Job Type Full Time Job Location Europe, UAE Nationality France, Italy, Poland, United Kingdom, Spain Salary 15000 - 21000 AED Gender Not Specified Arabic Fluency Not Specified Job Function Catering, Food Services & Restaurants Company Industry Travel, Hotel & Tourism Travelling Butler | Dubai Based | Extensive European Travel | AED 15,000 – 21,000 DOE We are seeking an experienced, polished and highly adaptable Travelling Butler to join a busy, fully staffed UHNW household based in Dubai. This is a dynamic, fast-paced role suited to a career private household professional who thrives within a professional family environment. The household operates to exceptionally high standards, requiring someone discreet, proactive, service-led and confident anticipating needs before they arise. This position involves regular international travel (approximately 60–90 days per year, primarily within Europe); therefore the candidates must hold a UK or EU passport to facilitate efficient visa and international travel arrangements. This is a live-out role when in Dubai residence, therefore applicants must already be based in Dubai with their own accommodation. The Role: Working closely alongside an existing Butler and wider household team, you will provide seamless day-to-day support to the family across service, household operations and travel. Service within the home is family-style rather than formal silver service. Key Responsibilities: Delivering exceptional day-to-day food and beverage service for meals, drinks, snacks and light refreshments across the residence, both indoors and outdoors. Preparing beverages including coffees, fresh juices, cocktails and hot/cold drinks. Working closely with the Chef to plan, prepare and suggest food and beverage offerings throughout the day based on the family’s preferences, schedule and guests. Managing table settings, mise en place and service preparation for daily family life and occasional events. Maintaining impeccable standards across service areas, dining spaces, family kitchen and back-of-house areas. Ensuring all tableware, service equipment, linens and beverage stock are maintained, cleaned, inventoried and fully replenished. Supporting light food preparation including breakfasts and simple meals when required. Training and supporting housekeeping staff with service standards and mise en place when needed. Anticipating the family’s daily requirements, adjusting service according to schedules, weather, travel plans, guests and events. Assisting with general household support including organisation, tidying, gentleman’s wardrobe support and travel preparation. Greeting family members and guests, ensuring personal belongings and spaces are maintained to impeccable standards. Receiving, organising and logging deliveries, packages and household items. Liaising closely with the House Manager, PA, Driver, Chef and wider household team to ensure seamless household operations. Coordinating external service providers and ensuring readiness, timing and setup requirements are met. Working collaboratively across all areas of household service to support daily operations where required. Travel Responsibilities: Travelling with the family for holidays and business trips, providing seamless operational and personal support throughout. Managing packing, unpacking and day-to-day household services whilst travelling. Preparing travel luggage, hand luggage, personal effects, travel documents and organisational systems for each stage of travel. Advancing to prepare hotels, suites, villas and temporary residences, ensuring full operational setup including wardrobe arrangements, IT/AV, F&B, personal items and household functionality. Liaising with hotels, rental agencies, stylists and external providers to maintain household standards whilst abroad. Providing hands-on support during travel including shopping, organisation, light cleaning, constant tidying and preparation for daily activities, outings and excursions. Supporting laundry, ironing and garment care when required, including coordination for event attire, sportswear and specialist items. Additional Household Support: The family have much-loved dogs, therefore candidates should be comfortable assisting with basic pet care duties, including occasional feeding and dog walking as required. An excellent opportunity for an energetic, polished and highly service-oriented Butler seeking a long-term role within a modern, international private household environment. Requirements: Candidate Requirements: Previous Butler experience within a private household or UHNW environment is essential. Comfortable within a fast-paced, informal family household delivering intuitive, discreet service. Strong food & beverage service skills; formal silver service experience is not required. Confident working collaboratively within a fully staffed household environment. Proactive, hands-on and adaptable with a strong attention to detail. Tech confident and comfortable with household systems, IT/AV and smart home environments. Calm under pressure with excellent organisational skills and strong service instincts. Flexible approach to working hours and international travel. Comfortable around dogs and willing to support with light pet care duties. Already based in Dubai with own accommodation (essential). UK or EU passport holder (essential). Package: Salary: AED 15,000 – 21,000 per month DOE Travel: Approximately 60–90 travel days per year (primarily Europe) Location: Dubai (live-out) with regular international travel Salary: AED 15,000 to 21,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances. About the Company Leaman Consulting was formed to offer a unique and confidential recruitment service to clients and candidates who prefer to work with an independent and highly experienced consultancy who give that personal touch that the big agencies cannot offer. At Leaman Consulting, we pride ourselves on working to the highest standards. We have grown every year on the basis of continuous referral and recommendation as being the agency of choice who produce the best results for both the client and the candidate. Each of our consultants have been carefully chosen for their personal experience and industry knowledge to provide the highest quality service. Leaman Consulting is renowned for delivering an unrivalled service for clients and candidates alike across a comprehensive range of sectors to include: Chief of Staff Executive Assistants Private PAs Corporate Staffing (HR and Administrators) Childcare & Education Private Households & Estates Easy Apply