European Butler - Dubai

Category:
Shore Based Jobs
Position:
Villa / Residence Staff
Salary:
AED 25,000 Per Year
Location:
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job posted:
November 13, 2025

We are working exclusively with a UHNW family to hire a European Butler to join an existing team of 2 butlers for a private residence in Dubai. The residence is not a full-time residence so the successful candidates will be required to travel with the family back to Europe when required.

You will work alongside the housekeeping and the kitchen team. The family expect high standards, total professionalism and complete trust when it comes to their household team.

You must hold a European passport to travel with the family. You do not need to be based in Dubai already. Accommodation is not provided; however, rental accommodation is extremely easy to find.

Key Responsibilities

  • Greeting and welcoming guests with professionalism and warmth
  • Serving meals and beverages, including formal table settings and service
  • Working with the housekeepers, ensuring cleanliness and thorough organisation of the household
  • Maintaining and organising the Principal's wardrobe, including packing and unpacking for travel
  • Overseeing household inventories and ensuring supplies are stocked
  • Providing valet services, including care for luxury items such as clothing, shoes, and accessories
  • Ensuring the security and privacy of the household and its members
  • Liaising with external service providers, contractors, and vendors
  • Handling personal errands and special requests from the principal
  • Managing the care and maintenance of high-value items, such as artwork and antiques

Ideal Candidate

  • Male is preferred by the family
  • Formal butler experience
  • Smart presentation with utmost professionalism at all times
  • Able to communicate effectively between the kitchen, housekeeping and the Principals
  • Liaise with drivers and security to ensure smooth daily operations
  • High levels of attention to detail
  • Must already be based in Dubai

Package

  • Working visa
  • 30 days annual leave with 1 return flight home a year
  • Working schedule: 6 days a week when the family are in residence, 5 days a week otherwise
  • Medical Insurance
  • Salary: 25,000 AED per month

Job Status: Live
Responsible Consultant: Philippa Smith

Work Experience Requirements:

All applicants must have previous experience in working on a Yacht.

Language Requirements:

Good knowledge of the English language is required.

Certificates and Qualifications:

A valid STCW Basic Safety Training certificate is required from all applicants. Please sign up for an STCW course and obtain the certificate if you don't have it yet.