Luxury Wine Estate Butler&Events Manager, Bordeaux

A prestigious wine estate located near Bordeaux (Gironde, 33) is seeking a Butler / Estate Manager to oversee event and reception coordination, formal table service, and the day-to-day management of the property alongside the existing on-site teams.

Responsibilities

Oversee the general presentation and upkeep of the estate, maintaining its standards at all times

Act as the central liaison between the various departments on the property

Manage daily operations alongside the housekeeper, including interior upkeep of the château and setup for professional events

Handle all aspects of formal table service: table setting, floral decoration, food and beverage service

Prepare reception and meeting rooms for events

Coordinate teams and external service providers during receptions, lunches, dinners, and tastings

Welcome clients, visitors, owners, and their families

Receive and supervise external contractors (caterers, suppliers, tradespeople)

Identify and report any preventive or corrective maintenance needs to the relevant estate teams

Manage logistical inventory: furniture, linen, hospitality materials, and technical equipment

Supervise household staff (one office employee on site)

Recruit and train temporary/extra staff as needed

Handle harvest season logistics: meal ordering for harvest workers, supplier coordination

Ensure compliance with all safety guidelines

Uphold the estate's luxury standards and brand image at all times

Run errands and manage purchases, including maintaining an accounts ledger for owner and estate expenses

Manage food and general stock

Provide driving services on request

Attend to all requests during the owner's and family's presence on the estate

Requirements

Minimum

5 years of experience

in a similar role or in luxury hospitality

Versatile, flexible, autonomous, dynamic, and proactive

Strong organisational and operational skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Highly developed sense of high-end service

Mastery of formal table service (French service style)

Sensitivity to the wine and vineyard environment

Discretion and confidentiality guaranteed

Proficient with communication tools and office software

French and English spoken— a plus

Valid driving licence required

Work conditions

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

To be defined

Accommodation:

On-site staff accommodation provided

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