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St John's Wood, United Kingdom | Posted on 21/01/2026

PHS Job 3275

Perfect Household Staff is delighted to present an excellent opportunity for a professional,punctual, and experienced Butler to join a formal yet welcoming private household based in Regent’s Park, with a planned relocation to St John’s Woodin March. The household consists of two adult principals and operates within astructured, high-standard environment supported by a full domestic team,including housekeepers, a laundress, a chef, and gardeners.

The family value discretion, respect for boundaries, and impeccable service standards, while maintaining a calm and professional atmosphere. This role is ideally suited toan accomplished Butler with strong silver service knowledge and confidence working within a fully staffed household.

Regent’s Park andSt John’s Wood are among London’s most prestigious residential areas, offering elegant properties, green open spaces, and excellent transport links. This is alive-out position and is easily accessible by public transport, making it suitable for candidates commuting from across London. The role involves international travel throughout the year, during which the Butler will work alongside local staff in the principals’ private residences and support a busy schedule of formal dining and entertaining.

Working as a Butlerin this role offers a highly professional and varied position, combining front-of-house service, staff coordination, and household oversight. Key responsibilities include formal table setting and silver service at everyfamily meal, welcoming and attending to guests, overseeing the presentation and cleanliness of front-of-house and living areas, and liaising closely with contractors and household staff. The Butler will also be responsible for stock ordering and inventory management, supervising the work of housekeepers, the laundress,and the chef, and taking an active role in overseeing the household relocation in March.

A thorough understanding of formal household etiquette, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating within a professional team are essential.

Only candidates who have the eligibility to work in the UK will be considered for this role.

Position Type: Live-Out, Full-Time, Permanent
Working Days: 5 days per week (days off on Tuesdays and Sundays)
Working Hours: 9 hours per day
Language: English
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Regent’s Park, London (relocating to St John’s Wood in March)
Start Date: ASAP

Main Duties of the Butler:

• Providing formal silver service at all family meals with correct dining etiquette
• Formal table setting, serving, and guest hospitality during entertaining
• Monitoring and maintaining spotless front-of-house and living areas
• Supervising and coordinating household staff, including housekeepers, chef, and laundress
• Liaising with contractors and managing household stock and inventories
• Supporting and overseeing the household relocation
• Maintaining strict discretion and professional boundaries at all times

Requirements for this Full-Time Butler :

• Minimum of 5 years of private housekeeping experience
• Two excellent, checkablereferences
• Conversational level of English
• Legal right to work in the UK