Hiring a House Manager can seem like a big step. It might seem excessive if your household already seems to be running well with minimal staff. But you need to really think is your household completely covered? Are the deep cleaning projects getting scheduled? Is your household inventory maintained so that nothing ever runs out when you need it? Or is every closet organized and labelled? If the answer is no to any of these questions then you might need a House Manager. But don’t worry it’s possible to maintain the tranquility of your home even after adding another member to your domestic team.
Now if you’re wondering exactly what a House Manager does take a look here for our detailed guide to common House Manager job responsibilities. But the short version is that they can do many things to make your life easier like organizing your household calendars or ensuring timely deliveries. They can also be a great resource if you’re considering adding another property to your estate.
But the most important number one thing they can do for you is become your point person for every aspect of your residence. This role they play is more important than any other because they will synthesize information coming from many different sources and provide you with the most important updates. Brevity is the key word here. They will take the time to carefully comb through contractor reports repair requirements quotes and maintenance manuals to ensure the most important tasks are completed. Your House Manager is also responsible for managing your domestic team and so they will take the time to cultivate a relationship with everyone to ensure the service standard of your home is consistent.
Hiring on your own can be a time consuming and tricky process. There’s a lot to consider when evaluating resumes and often hundreds to sift through. Since your House Manager will be a key player for your household you’ll want to make sure to hire the right person for your family. Rushing the hiring process is never a good idea. Reach out to a domestic staffing agency like us Charles MacPherson Associates and get to know our recruitment process. An agency that provides a personalized approach to their placement will be better equipped to find you the right match. Plus if you think you already found the right person for your family but they’re lacking in experience or skillset we have custom training solutions that can help.
