Estate Manager (House Manager) Opportunity in the Caribbean - Feb / March 2025 circa start
We are seeking a seasoned Estate Manager with superb leadership skills who will be the trusted go-to person responsible for the smooth operation and administration of a private gated estate situated on the Islands of Turks & Caicos in the Caribbean
This individual will foster and develop a respectful, professional, and political-free environment which is consistent with a culture of collaboration, teamwork, exceptional service, and attention to detail. In addition, the Estate Manager will be responsible for the development and communication of policies and procedures that will ensure the comfort, safety and security of the principals, the staff, and any guests.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Personally provide, and lead a high performing team who acts with integrity and provides consistent 5-star service to the principals and their guests
Oversee maintenance, overall appearance, organization and cleanliness of the primary estate and various residences and grounds, including all its contents
Act as single point of contact for the principals on all household related matters, the entire property, including its systems and the grounds
Vendor management: identification of new vendors, assessment of current vendor performance and recommendation of other cost-effective alternatives to address household repairs and services
Provide prior notification to the family and staff of the scheduling of events and estate maintenance/repair activities
Create policies, standard operating procedures/protocols, and reference manuals, as well as communication and training of these to staff and all other interested parties
Maintain household inventories, stocking including the bars and wine cellars
Oversee all aspects of small gathering events at the estate
Oversee the planning of large social engagements in and outside of the estate, including venue selection, food & beverage, decor, floral, entertainment, etc.
Leadership, training, hiring, and management of the household staff, including supervision of all daily activities of the staff
Maintain all household calendars
Oversee staff scheduling and manage overtime to provide work/life balance for team members
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of a High School degree or equivalent
Minimum of at least 5+ years of experience in a private formal home, Luxury Island Estate or similar
Certifications and/or training in household service/hospitality
Current & clean driver’s license
The Government of the Island require all visitors & workers to have received all their childhood vaccinations
BENEFITS:
British family who are employers on the islands
Fully gated and private residences
Salary of circa £60,000 to 75,000 Net per annum (No Tax)
All visas and work permits sourced by the client
Use of vehicles
Long term contract
Job No: 117507
Consultant: Andy Hodges