Location: Georgetown, Washington, DC
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday or Tuesday–Saturday (flexibility required)
Compensation & Benefits: (~$150k-$200k+ inclusive of overtime pay.) The family offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, an HSA, 401(k) with employer match, and three weeks of paid time off.
Start Date: ASAP
Candidates: Local candidates only
Position Overview
A formal private residence in Georgetown is seeking an experienced Butler/Driver to join a fully staffed household. The estate spans approximately 15,000 square feet and operates to the highest standards of service, discretion, and professionalism.
You will collaborate closely with a household team that includes another Butler, three Housekeepers and additional estate staff. The ideal candidate has prior experience in a formal private residence, understands traditional butler service, and takes pride in anticipating needs while maintaining impeccable standards.
Responsibilities
- Provide formal butler service for principals, family members, and guests
- Greet and receive guests with professionalism and discretion
- Serve meals, beverages, and refreshments according to formal service standards
- Assist with entertaining, events, and special household functions
- Coordinate with household staff to ensure seamless daily operations
- Oversee the presentation and readiness of formal living spaces
- Assist with household inventories and organization
- Chauffeur principals and guests safely throughout the Washington, DC metropolitan area
- Maintain household vehicles, including fueling, detailing, and scheduling routine maintenance
- Assist with errands, shopping, airport transfers, and special requests as needed
- Support household operations before, during, and after events
- Anticipate the needs of the principals and proactively provide support
- Uphold the highest level of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism at all times
Qualifications
- Prior experience as a Butler within a private residence, with excellent, verifiable references
- Experience working in a formal, fully staffed household
- Professional driving experience with an impeccable driving record
- Strong knowledge of formal service, etiquette, and household protocols
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and service-minded
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a larger household team
- Flexible schedule with willingness to accommodate occasional evening, weekend, and holiday needs
- Strong references from previous private service employers
- Authorized to work in the United States
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is polished, discreet, proactive, and thrives in a highly organized, service-focused environment. They possess a strong understanding of formal household operations, enjoy being part of a collaborative team, and take pride in delivering exceptional service while maintaining complete confidentiality.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a career private service professional seeking a long-term position within a prestigious and well-run household.