I am often asked by individuals with varying professional and educational backgrounds for suggestions on ways to “break in to” the Private Service field. Specifically, I am most frequently asked for ideas on how one might become a Household Manager. The route to becoming a household manager It is a …
Read More »Maintaining and washing champagne & wine glasses
Wine glasses are delicate and require extra care and tenderness. Preparation, maintenance, and serious cleaning routines are essential. Butlers and headwaiters should know the proper way to clean glasses, it is a daily routine in a household or in a Hotel. Crystal is the most preferred material when it comes …
Read More »How to make a change and kick-start Your Butler Career
Estate & Manor Magazine had the opportunity to sit down with Mr Vincent Vermeulen, founder and managing director of one of Europe’s most popular Butler training schools to conduct an interview relating to his elite training school. As you may or may not know, the Butler is quickly becoming a highly sought-after member …
Read More »Luxury Lifestyle Events for 2016
The realm of client hospitality and luxury lifestyle is buffeted by the winds of change as much as any other industry – and it is fascinating for industry stalwarts to observe as trends and tastes shift year on year. Whilst some events remain timelessly popular – particularly quintessential, national events …
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