House Manager - Houston - CLOSED

Job Description/House Manager

 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The private house manager is responsible for overseeing the general operation of the estate home. This position deals with esteemed, distinguished and executive level professionals. Must be trained in social etiquette and formal service. This is a live-in position.

DUTIES:

• Oversee and train two full-time housekeepers in their daily duties of cleaning the residence
• Managing the household’s schedules
• Scheduling and coordinating home maintenance and repair work with Director of Physical Plant Services
• Oversee outside vendors working in the home
• Arranging calendars and appointments for family’s personal and professional needs
• Event planning, organizing and coordination
• Assist with travel arrangements
• Willing to travel for annual extended stay in New York end of June through first of September
• Coordinate with the Caretakers in Florida and New York on matters needing attention from time to time
• Additional occasional travel with the family to assist in the operation of out-of-state residences
• Must be able to work occasional weekends, as required
• Assist in coordinating and serving at formal dinner parties
• Shopping for food, supplies and other requested items
• Meal planning/cooking on occasion
• Running errands and performing necessary tasks
• Creating/reviewing of manuals necessary for house management for staff
• Other duties as assigned

 

QUALIFIED SKILLS:

• Must have strong moral character, integrity, and be respectful of privacy and confidential matters
• Must be hands on manager
• Must have an authentic and servitude mindset
• Managerial experience, preferably in a highly professional and hospitality environment
• Good knowledge of cleaning methods and the proper use of cleaning supplies and equipment
• Good planning and organizational skills
• Self- motivated
• Skilled in formal dining service with professional etiquette
• Floral arranging
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software and tech savvy

 

$105,000 to $130,000 annual salary

Comprehensive benefits

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