Dear Amicalists,
there is an opening for a Magnum butler position in Shanghai. The client in question would like to secure a mature (not necessarily age-wise) person who is competent in the usual butler criteria of skills to manage and run their busy household.
Other staff are employed but this client’s needs extend to being able to cope more than adequately with a busy entertaining schedule as well as busy lifestyle. They travel extensively with their respective businesses and like to entertain and live well.
Additional information are available below. It is a live-in position and once a suitable candidate is sought immediately, also a partner or spouse would be considered to share the accomodation.
Brief on Butler Position
1. Managing Household Staff How to find good staff (including how to write a job description) Supervising the housekeeper and cleaning (includes advice on cleaning various materials including furniture, floors, ceramics, gold, and books) Running an efficient kitchen Supervising contractors, suppliers, and services (such as home renovations, landscaping, and catering) Hiring temporary staff Disciplining and dismissing staff 2. Taking Care of the Household Ensuring safety and security in the house What to keep records of Making an inventory Purchasing supplies and arranging for delivery Keeping household accounts 3. Reception and Looking After Guests Answering the door Answering the telephone Preparing for overnight guests Maintaining a visitor’s book 4. Orchestrating Fine Eating Experiences Types of meal service Meals to remember (breakfast, luncheon, English afternoon tea, dinner) Organizing a formal dinner or banquet (including planning the event, seating arrangements, table settings, and supervising wait staff) How to serve as a toastmaster Organizing other social events (dinner at a restaurant, champagne receptions, large outdoor parties, etc.) 5. Providing Valet Services Duties to be performed in the morning Preparing clothing for the following day Packing a suitcase Purchasing clothing Closet organizing Care of clothes after they have been worn 6. Other Skills Butlers Need to Know Taking care of silver (cleaning, storage, and purchase) Offering and lighting cigars Maintaining the bar and wine cellar Flower arrangement Driving and caring for luxury cars Organizing a household move Qualifications and Experience
Education 1. Diploma above 2. Received Butler/Household Manager certification training Experience: 1. 3 years professional experience 2. Excellent Chinese and English language capability Interested applicants, please write directly to Josephine Ive. (mail to magnumsbutlers@internode.on.net)
