House Manager for High Profile (CLOSED)

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Position: House Manager for High Profile

Rate: 80k-110k (possible signing bonus of starting lower, though client prefers to have a probationary period before paying on the higher scale)
Location: Will need to travel to Calabasas area each day and Palm Desert, as needed. No remote work. 
Schedule: Fulltime. 8hrs+ daily. Available 9am – 7pm on weekdays and after hours/weekends, as needed. 

Start Date: ASAP


Our client is in search of a true House/Property manager with at least 3 years of directly applicable House Manager experience in a large-scale home/property. This candidate needs to already possess a firm grasp of the ins and outs of running multiple properties. We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running with a checklist of property maintenance items and a rolodex of vendors. Our ideal candidate understands how to offer 5-star service to the principal and their guests on the property, has lots of energy, is super organized, and has great eye for detail and improving things. Someone with 3-5 yrs applicable experience (whether they were a PA who also did home stuff, true house manager, or even someone who worked in hospitality and oversaw vacation homes, hotels, etc), so they aren’t too stuck in their ways and can still be flexible and grow with the role.

Experience/Qualifications Required: 4-Year College Degree. At least 3 years of directly applicable experience as a house manager/property manager/hospitality concierge required. Candidate needs to have previously managed a large-scale home or property (boutique hotel, inn, vacation homes, etc) and be familiar with a high standard of service and hospitality. We will only consider candidates with a proven track record of operating in a trustworthy and discreet manner. 

*Must pass an extensive background and credit check. Must provide multiple references 

House Manager Must Be Able To: 

  • Conduct regular walk-throughs of the home and grounds and daily checklists

  • Schedule, supervise, and upkeep maintenance schedules for household vendors: HVAC, electrician, plumbing, generator, well systems, etc.

  • Supervise construction and renovation projects, from design to coordination of schedules and daily oversight of subcontractors. Must be comfortable with project management from start to finish. 

  • Oversee all pet care and needs as needed 

  • Maintain and update household manuals, menus, guest guide books, inventories, etc.

  • Develop shopping lists for all household requirements (cleaning, maintenance, food, liquor, etc). Order and maintain household supply inventories: cleaning supplies, household items and groceries minimum 3x a week 

  • Maintain seasonal routines and procedures for the household interior and exterior needs: landscaping, window washing, power washing, etc.

  • Manage the grounds, including landscaping, and pool 

  • Ensure that all appliances are fully functioning at all times 

  • Identify and schedule repairs 

  • Screen and oversee vendors 

  • Compare multiple bids and estimates 

  • Supervise work and review invoices (ensure invoices match up with the work performed) 

  • Maintain storage unit and closet organization. In some cases, develop new organizational systems 

  • Coordinate onsite activities and provide day-to-day direction of onsite staff (housekeepers,nannies, security etc) 

  • Handle and care for fine furniture and collectibles. 

  • Provide occasional assistance with travel and lodging plans 

  • Oversee all events and dinner parties, orchestrating staff accordingly.

  • Greet guests and provide formal (but comfortable) service



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Mari Saleh