Full-Time Butler job (M/F) in Abu Dhabi, UAE
Job description
A UHNW principal is seeking a highly professional Private Butler to join their residence in Abu Dhabi. This is a live-out role ideal for a candidate with exceptional energy, strong organisational abilities, and the ability to maintain a precisely structured and impeccably ordered household.
The principal leads a fast-paced lifestyle and expects precision, consistency and discretion at all times. The successful candidate will demonstrate impeccable presentation, high emotional intelligence, and outstanding service standards.
Responsibilities
- Maintain the home to impeccable standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Implement and maintain structured household systems (labelling, storage, inventory, checklists).
- Conduct daily walkthroughs to ensure the environment meets the principal’s precise expectations.
- Oversee laundry, garment care, wardrobe organization, and closet management.
- Manage household supplies, restocking, and procurement.
- Provide high-caliber personal butler service, including beverage preparation, table setting, and meal support.
- Assist with daily routines, appointments, and scheduling.
- Coordinate with the principal’s personal trainer, driver, chef, or other staff when applicable.
- Pack and unpack for travel; maintain travel inventory and organization.
- Run errands, including dry cleaning, pharmacy collections, and shopping.
- Communicate professionally with vendors, maintenance teams, and service providers.
- Ensure the residence is always guest-ready; support during guest visits when required.
- Support an active, busy lifestyle with precision and structure.
- Prepare the home environment in accordance with the principal’s preferences before and after exercise sessions, workdays, and events.
- Maintain calm, efficiency, and discretion in a fast-paced setting.
Requirements
- Previous experience in a private household, luxury hotel, yacht, or hospitality setting.
- Strong understanding of high-end service, etiquette, and confidentiality.
- Excellent organizational skills with an eye for detail and order (suited for principals with OCD-like preferences).
- High level of professionalism, punctuality, and discretion.
- Ability to work independently without supervision.
- Excellent energy level, physically fit, and able to manage active household routines.
- Strong multitasking ability and mental sharpness.
- Comfortable with a structured environment that requires consistency and precision.
- Valid passport and ability to relocate to Abu Dhabi (live-out).
- Secondary education minimum; hospitality or service certifications are a plus.
- Strong communication skills (English required; knowledge of other languages is a bonus).
- Clean background check and verifiable references.
Work conditions
- Accommodation: Not provided
- Work Schedule: 6 days per week
- Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Start Date: January 2026
Salary
Hi, I’m Runet — a recruiter who’s passionate about helping people find the right opportunities where they can truly grow and succeed. Having worked as a private chef, personal trainer, and stewardess, I’ve experienced the industry from the inside out, which helps me understand my clients’ needs on a deeper level. I genuinely love connecting with people, building trust, and creating positive experiences that leave everyone feeling valued and satisfied.
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