Private Butler
On-siteMadrid, Madrid, Spain or Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
Job Summary
Private Butler for a high-net-worth private household across prestigious Barcelona-area residences. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day running of the household, coordinating and supervising household staff, delivering discreet, anticipatory, personalised service to the principal and guests (table service, wardrobe management, formal entertaining), coordinating private events with vendors and culinary teams, managing inventory and luxury assets, traveling with the principal as required, and proactively resolving issues to maintain exceptional service. Requires 4+ years in private service or senior household management, fluency in English and Spanish, strong knowledge of fine dining, wine, etiquette, discretion, and the ability to maintain exceptional standards across locations. Willingness to travel internationally and adapt to high-paced private settings.
Required Qualifications
- 4+ years of experience as a private butler or in a senior household management role for an HNW or UHNW principal — a proven track record in private service is essential.
- Fluency in both English and Spanish — essential for this role. Additional languages are a strong plus.
- Strong knowledge of fine dining service, wine, formal table setting, and the protocol expected at the highest levels of private hospitality.
- Absolute discretion, loyalty, and emotional intelligence — the ability to build a trusted relationship with the principal while maintaining professional boundaries at all times.
- Immaculate personal presentation, a calm demeanour under pressure, and an unwavering commitment to excellence in every interaction.
- Experience coordinating and managing household staff, external contractors, and service suppliers with professionalism and efficiency.
- Flexible schedule and full availability — the role adapts to the household's needs, not a fixed timetable.
- Willingness and full availability to travel internationally at short notice alongside the principal.
- Proactive, adaptable, and service-oriented mindset — anticipates needs and acts before being asked.
- Physical stamina to meet the demands of a high-paced, dynamic private household environment.
- Benefits
- Exclusive environment: work within one of Barcelona's most prestigious private residences
- Build and shape the kitchen culture and culinary identity from the ground up
- High-profile exposure: serve an elite private household within the international luxury circuit
- Competitive package: remuneration aligned with the exceptional level of this role
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