Hybrid House Manager, Butler & Cook #2098
Toronto (Rosedale), Ontario, Canada

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of a luxury private residence.
  
• Ensure the home remains impeccably maintained, organized, and presentation ready.
  
• Conduct daily inspections of both the interior and exterior of the property, and from time to time alongside peers situated abroad via video call.
  
• Coordinate seasonal maintenance and preventative care programs.
  
• Maintain detailed household procedures, manuals, and operational records.
  

• Manage all household maintenance and repair projects with appropriate approved budgets.
  
• Source, evaluate, and supervise contractors and service providers.
  
• Obtain competitive quotations and oversee project completion.
  
• Coordinate and with a proactive hands-on approach manage landscaping, pool maintenance, mechanical systems, and other property services.
  

• Manage the household operating budget.
  
• Review invoices and process payments.
  
• Maintain petty cash and household accounts.
  
• Complete monthly financial reconciliations and maintain accurate expense records.
  

• Assist with housekeeping, laundry, wardrobe management, and household organization when required.
  
• Supervise external housekeeping and dry-cleaning services.
  
• Maintain household inventory and replenish essential supplies.
  
• Coordinate deliveries, shipments, and household logistics.
  

• Act as the primary liaison between the principal and contractors.
  
• Coordinate appointments, schedules, and administrative tasks as required.
  
• Assist with grocery shopping, meal coordination, and food preparation when the principal is at residence (±3 months/year).
  
• Run personal errands and provide day-to-day support to the principal.
  

• Travel domestically (within Canada) with the principal for business and leisure as required (no more than 6 weeks).
  
• Coordinate packing, unpacking, and travel logistics.
  
• Ensure a seamless "home away from home" experience during travel.
  
• Be willing to drive the principal to and from meetings or events with a class 4 drivers’ licence (not essential training can be provided).
  

• Minimum of five years of experience as a House Manager, Estate Manager, Household Manager, or in a comparable leadership role within a luxury private residence.
  
• Previous experience supervising external contractors.
  
• Strong knowledge of luxury household operations and property management.
  
• Experience managing household budgets, invoices, and financial records.
  
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
  
• Ability to anticipate needs, prioritize responsibilities, and work independently.
  
• Professional appearance and polished interpersonal skills.
  
• Demonstrated discretion, integrity, and sound judgment.
  
• Flexibility to adjust working hours based on the principal’s schedule, including occasional weekends.
  
• Legally authorized to work in Canada.
  
• Be able to provide proper references that will be contacted.
  
• Willing to complete a Psychometric test
  

• Exceptional leadership
  
• Service-oriented mindset
  
• Outstanding organizational skills
  
• Strong attention to detail
  
• Excellent communication skills
  
• High level of discretion and confidentiality
  
• Flexibility and adaptability
  
• Professionalism and emotional intelligence
  
• Appreciation for fine homes, furnishings, artwork, and luxury service standards
  

Elite Domo specializes in the recruitment of private service professionals for households across Canada and internationally.