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 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.
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.
- 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.
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.
Candidate Requirements- Previous Butler experience within a private household or UHNW environment is essential.
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