CHATEAU DUTY MANAGER/CONCIERGE – NEAR BRIGNOLES

Our returning client is seeking a skilled and highly professional Duty Manager for a stunning chateau which is used by the American owner and is also a very busy luxury destination rental property and event location. Duties will vary considerable including being first point of contact for guests and staff in the absence of the Property Manager and being the first point of contact for all guests during their stay. Duties will also include supervising the Food & Beverage, Housekeeping and Porter teams. Reporting directly to the Director, the DM will be responsible for the quality of the hospitality services and for maintaining the excellent reputation of the establishment.

Main duties will include:

• Providing excellent customer service, ensuring their comfort

• Manage client organization and extensive admin including invoicing

• Follow-up on quotes, transportation and other related matters

• Assist in organizing the front and back of house before guests arrive

• Oversee recruitment and manage porters

• Maintain and implement housekeeping procedures, adapting them as needed

• Ensure effective communication, particularly through the communication log (or daily log)

• Possess comprehensive knowledge of the estate's internal/external activities to effectively communicate them to clients

• Ensure thorough guest activity tracking

• Maintain and organize team schedules and daily hours.

Requirements:

• Excellent administrative, management, planning and organizational skills

• Excellent communicator with guest and colleagues

• Ability to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction

• Always willing to ‘go the extra mile’ for the guests

• Maintain the right attitude when dealing with demanding customers

• Excellent team management

• Lateral thinker and good problem-solver

• Fluent French & English

• Solid experience in the hospitality industry in France and/or abroad

• Certification in the hospitality industry preferable to Bachelor’s/Master’s level

• EU passport or French carte de sejour

• Driving license

• Flexible approach, willing to work evening shifts etc when required

• Excellent letters of reference

An off-site furnished apartment, located 5 minutes from the chateau, is offered with this role.

Salary: TBD

Start date: January 2026

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HOUSE MANAGEMENT COUPLE – THEOULE SUR MER

Our client is currently seeking a highly experienced House Management couple to oversee a private luxury property in Theoule sur Mer. The House Manager Couple will be jointly responsible for the day to day management of two villas on the estate, ensuring that the family & guests’ needs are met at all times while maintaining very high standards. The couple have an overall coordinating role in the villa, takes the lead in all issues and, once family / guests have arrived, has primary responsibility for the success of their stay.

The couple will supervise the work of the support staff working in the villa and also coordinate / support the work of the Chef. They will be expected to work 'hands-on' as this is not solely a managerial role and will also be required to have some cooking skills to prepare breakfast & light lunch on request. Bar skills are essential for entertaining.

Requirements:

• Excellent prior management and high level service experience

• Displays longevity in previous couple roles

• Excellent letters of reference

• Willing to work 'hands-on' alongside the team

• Full Clean Driving Licenses

• EU Passport or carte de sejour essential

• Fluent in English and French – (some German an advantage) 

A more detailed job description is available on application. Accommodation of a one bedroomed ‘off-site’ apartment is offered with this role.

Salary: Negotiable

Start date: TBD

 
CHEF/BUTLER DOMESTIC COUPLE – VALLAURIS
Our client is currently seeking a domestic couple for their property in Vallauris/Super Cannes. This is a relatively rare opportunity as unusually one of the couple should be a good chef with the other of the couple providing excellent butler/guest service skills. The client’s current couple are retiring after having been in situ for the last 20 years. The female of this current couple provides top level cuisines and also oversees the general housekeeping. The male of the current couple is a top level maitre d’hotel and along with providing excellent guest services and some chauffeuring, he also oversees the property’s maintenance. This client is open to having the male provide the chef services.
Duties will include

• High level cooking

• 5* table and guest services

• Oversight of housekeeping

• Oversight of general property maintenance

• Preparation of household accounts

• Stock control and inventory

• Occasional chauffeuring when available

Requirements

• Excellent similar prior experience

• Excellent chef and butler experience

• Excellent letters of reference

• EU passport or French residency essential

• Fluent English plus one of the couple must speak a good conversational level

• Clean driving licenses for both of the couple

The employers offer with this role a staff apartment of approx. 80 sqm with a door leading onto the villa grounds of 1 hectare.
Salary: €6k npm negotiable (+13th month)
Start date: Early 2026
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ROTATIONAL NURSE/CARER - MONACO/YACHT/CARIBBEAN & OCCASIONAL TRAVEL TO UK
Our Monaco-based client is currently seeking a qualified nurse to become part of a team of 4 nurses looking after an older lady suffering from dementia.
The 4 nurses work in 2 teams of 2, with each team working 4 weeks on/4 weeks off. One of each team will work the nights, the other will work the days, with this being alternated on a 2 week by 2 week basis. This role is 'live-in' only when the nurses are working their rotation. If the new nurse has an EU passport but does not live in the region around Monaco then their return flights/travel costs will be covered for the start and finish of each rotation.
This job is mainly based in Monaco however there will be occasional trips to the UK for social engagements, family events, Royal Ascot, the family yacht etc., plus the family spend November to March each year at their property in the Caribbean, therefore applicants must be willing to fly to the various locations when it is their rotation period.
Requirements:
•       Nursing/Medical/Elderly Care qualification and experience
•       Speak fluent English
•       Flexible approach to work well in a team
•       EU passport (or British with French residency)
•       Able to travel according to the employers schedule
•       Willing to work night shifts on rotation
•       Excellent references from previous employers
•       Refined and well-presented
•       Able to navigate social events and occasions with ease
Salary: €3.8k net pm - 12 month salary
Start date: TBD
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DOMESTIC COUPLE - CAP D'ANTIBES – EARLY 2026
Our client is seeking a highly experienced domestic couple for a long term role at their 700m2 ( 3 bedroom) property on Cap d’Antibes. The current couple have been with this employer for more than 20 years working for this British client. The employers are older and usually spend only 10-12 weeks each summer at the villa; during this period they will occasionally entertain a very small number of guest either for meals or short stays. The client and his wife live a quiet, very discreet life therefore it is essential that their new domestic couple have the highest levels of discretion and professionalism.
Duties will include:

• 5* Housekeeping

• Light cooking

• Shopping/Errands

• Hands-on property maintenance

• Easily assess, diagnose and deal with usual property/maintenance issues

• Organize and oversee external contractors

• Prepare work plans and progress reports when necessary

• Keep meticulous household accounts

• Daily swimming pool maintenance

• Preparation of pool area and terraces during summer residency

• Driving

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in a similar role

• Excellent letters of reference

• Excellent housekeeping and property maintenance skills

• Fluent English, spoken and written

• Have a ‘hands-on’ flexible approach

• A good level of conversational French (all contractors are French)

• EU passport or already in possession of a French Carte de Sejour

Accommodation of a lovely cottage is offered with this role and there will be a one month ‘handover period’ for the incoming couple. Couples with a pet can be considered
Salary: €5.5k net per month
Start date: Spring ‘26
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DOMESTIC COUPLE - PROVENCE 
An experienced couple is required to take over the care and running of a large luxury country retreat located close to St Remy. The property is generally used by a busy British family in the summer months and spring/autumn half term holidays. The property is occasionally rented out however the owners plan in the future to use the property more themselves instead of renting out in high season. The property comprises 6 double bedroom suites with large reception rooms, a swimming pool, tennis courts and a large mature garden. A weekly gardener is contracted year-round and part of the couple duties will be to provide general garden maintenance alongside the contracted gardener. The property owners will employ a part-time housekeeper for 4 hours per morning, 6 days per week when the property is being used by the family  - who also travel with their own cook - meals are nearly always buffet style and very informal. The housekeeper needs to be highly organised and efficient, able to keep a linen book/household inventory etc and be willing to quickly learn and adapt to the needs of the family.
Duties will include:

• 5* housekeeping

• Household laundry (all bed-linens are sent out to the local laundry)

• Assist in kitchen if necessary

• Set and clear table at mealtimes

• Garden and property maintenance

• Driving

• Shopping/Errands

• Oversee local contractors

A small cottage on the grounds is offered as accommodation for the couple; at least one of the couple must speak good conversational French, both must speak fluent English and the male of the couple must be able to drive.  Working 6 days per week in high season and when family are in residence, 5 days per week outside of family visits and the summer season. 5 weeks holiday per year. This client will accept couples who have a dog.
Salary: €6k net pm
Start date: Spring '26
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HOUSEKEEPER - MONACO/EZE SUR MER
Our British client is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced housekeeper to maintain two properties in Eze and Monaco to a 5* standard,  the housekeeper will be working under the supervision of the House Manager. The ideal candidate will be meticulous, proactive and a strong team player with very high levels of discretion and a good level of English.
This role offers a Monaco contract therefore legally, candidates must already be living in the Alpes Maritimes region. Working 5 days per week - 39 hr per week maximum - starting at 9.30 each morning, finishing time between 4pm – 6pm depending on completion of weekly duties. Flexibility is required as during periods when the employer is in residence the housekeeper may be required to work several days without a day off and the overtime worked will be given as time off ‘in lieu’ the following week. Applicants should drive and have their own transport.
The housekeeper will provide care for two properties, ensuring every room is beautifully maintained and presented. This includes deep cleaning, making beds, cleaning of terraces etc, as well as the careful maintenance of high-end materials such as delicate fabrics, and specialised finishes.
Duties:

• 5* Housekeeping

• Laundry & Wardrobe Care

• Organisation of household linen

• Assist with errands, shopping, deliveries etc

• Occasionally assist House Manager with meal service

Requirements:

• Monaco contract so must already be located in the Alpes Maritimes

• Excellent similar prior experience

• Excellent letters of reference

• Must possess an EU passport or permanent Carte de Sejour

• Preferably be a driver with own transport

• Very good level of English

• High levels of discretion

Salary: €3k net per month.
Start date: Feb 2026​
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DOMESTIC COUPLE ~ CANNES 
Our Middle Eastern client is seeking an experienced couple who have the necessary knowledge and enthusiasm to run a prestigious properties in Cannes. This clients previous couple worked for the family for  25 years and our client would like to find a replacement couple who will be able to offer many years of employment and loyalty. Generally the role will involve housekeeping, driving and property maintenance and for much of the year the couple will work alone however when the client arrive they bring with them several staff from their other homes. They use the Cannes property for a maximum of 8 weeks per year, often less, therefore the couple must be able to work autonomously and communicate well with the client’s family office.
Duties will include:
Housekeeping (male to assist female where necessary)
Light Cooking ( an advantage but not essential)
Informal table service
Driving
Property maintenance
Pool Care
Light gardening
Applicants must have valid working permits/residency cards allowing for employment in France. One of the couple should be able to communicate in French with local contractors, fluency is not essential. Fluent English from both of the couple is essential. A one bedroom apartment is offered as accommodation, unfortunately couples with dependent children cannot be considered.
Salary: €5.5k net pm negotiable
Start date: Spring '26
 
HOUSEKEEPER - SUPER CANNES POSITION NOW FILLED
Our European client has recently purchased a 5 bedroom property in Super Cannes as a secondary residence and is currently seeking an experienced live-in or live-out housekeeper for a long term role. The family have a very gentle, large-breed dog that also needs to be cared for at times when the family are travelling. The client states that the grounds are large therefore the dog does not need to be walked.
Duties will include:

• 5* Housekeeping

• Laundry and ironing

• Shopping/errands – car provided

• Meal preparation but no cooking, the clients cook for themselves

Requirements:

• Excellent prior experience

• Excellent references

• Speaks English and French

• EU passport/CDS

• A clean current driving licence

• Must like dogs 

Salary: €3k net pm (CDI)
Start date: December 1st​​
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LIVE-OUT BUTLER/MANAGER – MONACO AREA POSITION NOW FILLED​
Our client is currently seeking an experienced butler/house manager for their 8 bedroom villa property close to Monaco. A small year round staff are already employed to maintain the property with seasonal staff being employed during the few months that the employer and family are in residence. This family are very nice, treat all their staff well and keep their household staff very long term. Ideally they would like their new butler/manager to be able to take up this new role in early September.
Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience running a similar size property

• Excellent butler service experience

• Live within easy travelling distance of the property

• Speaks fluent English and French

• Clean driving license

• Excellent references

• EU passport or French carte de sejour

Salary: €5k net per month (poss. neg.)
Start date: Early Sept preferred​​​​
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SERVICE PERSON - ST PAUL DE VENCE - ASAP TO 13TH SEPT POSITION NOW FILLED
Our client in St Paul is urgently seeking a qualified service professional to provide guest F&B service from 4pm to 11pm each day. The server will be joining a small team of housekeepers, chef and villa managers. It is essential that the chosen candidate is able to legally invoice the clients for their services.
Requirements:

• Excellent previous experience in high level service

• Excellent references

• Works well in a small team

• Have a flexible and ‘can do’ approach

• Live within easy travelling distance of St Paul de Vence

• Speak fluent English

• Have own transport

Salary: Hourly rate/TBD
Start date: ASAP​​​​​
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DOMESTIC COUPLE – VAR  POSITION NOW FILLED
Our British client has recently purchased a beautiful chateau and vineyard property in the upper Var region of France. He is now seeking a professional domestic couple who is able to provide eyar-round care for the interior and exterior of the property. The Principal (or his guests) will be in residence for 4-5 months each year, generally he is there for just a few days each visit with his guests using the property for one-week stays throughout this summer.
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Duties will include:

• 5* Housekeeping

• Laundry & Ironing

• F&B Provisioning

• Restocking throughout occupied periods

• Stock control of cleaning products etc

• Shopping & errands

• General garden/house maintenance

• Regular watering of garden and pots

• Maintenance and daily care of swimming pool

• Work alongside local contractors when necessary

• Opening and closing pool area each day

• Communicate with vineyard management

• Obtain quotes from contractors for any necessary works

• Upkeep of property vehicles and machinery

• Driving- airport etc

• General property security

• Managing utility bills etc

Requirements:

• Excellent previous experience in similar roles

• Excellent letters of reference from previous employers

• One of the couple must speak a good level of French

• Both must speak fluent English

• Discretion with quiet efficiency

• EU nationality or have long-term titres de sejours

• At least one of the couple must have a driving license (preferably both)

• Good practical maintenance/garden/vehicle care skills

 
This employer is quite informal and his service needs are not extensive, however there will be times when he has a larger number of guests staying at the chateau at which time a local chef will be employed. If the couple is able to provide simple  guest service duties at these rare events it would be appreciated but not essential. A local housekeeper is currently employed on a part-time basis, she will be available to assist the main housekeeper when there have been larger groups staying at the property. It is understood by the employer that here will be occasions when the assistance of local workers/contractors will be necessary especially for the heavier exterior jobs, in this situation the couple will liaise with the Principal’s PA. Accommodation of a 1-bedroom apartment on site is offered with this role.
Salary: €5.5k net pm ( neg)
Start date: TBD
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Please Note:
Applicants for positions based in France MUST have a current working visa/carte de sejour or be the holder of an EU passport