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Household Staff Agency

Our selection of  ‘hand-picked’ household staff are experienced, Interviewed, reference and DBS Checked. They are discreet, dependable, professional and exemplary… some are even trained His Majesty the King’s Royal Households.

Since our inception in 1996, many of our candidates have come to us through recommendation, as have most of our clients who depend on us for all their staffing needs. We only consider the most dedicated staff who demonstrate discretion and pride of place both in their chosen discipline and in their position within the household.

 

No less

 As nothing less will do

Clients
Candidates

Staffing Roles

We are adept at placing all types of professional Household Staff. Please select from one of the categories below to get a flavour of the skills and expertise some of our high-calibre candidates can offer.  Call and speak to one of our dedicated specialist consultants  now on +44 (0) 207 795 6255.

Couple Teams

Domestic Couple

HouseKeeper

Housekeeper

House managers

House Manager

Staff

Butler or Valet

Driver

Chauffeur Driver

Lady's Maid

Lady’s Maid or Wardrobe Manager

Estate Manager

Estate Manager

Cook

Private Chef/Cook

OLd

Personal/Executive Assistant

Gardeners

Gardener

Security

Bodyguard/Security

Houseman

Houseman/Gurkha

Handyman

Handyman

Laundress

Laundress/Seamstress

See All Our Staffing Roles

Stories of Service

Did you know that larger houses would employ a Hall Boy who would at night sleep in a fold down bed in the hallway.  He would immediately alert senior members of staff if he heard any disturbances outside.

After years of dedicated service, the Butler would usually marry the household Housekeeper or Cook.  With their experience and skills, they would usually go into ‘trade’ and run a genteel shop or open a boarding house or both.

The Head Steward, who was dressed as a gentleman in Morning Dress, bridged the gap between the indoor and estate staff.

Beyond the Stewards’ Room was the Deeds Room where important legal documents comprising maps, papers and Accounts Books were kept, often in a fireproof safe.

A Stewards’ Room Lad was usually employed to wait at table on the senior staff which gave an early training for a future career as a footman.

In the 1840’s some houses invested in speaking tubes, an idea that originated from steamboats. Alas, others could overhear if the tube didn’t have a stopper at the end!

On the Serviceboard each bell was labelled and varied in size so that, with practice, the member of staff could tell by the tone which room was ringing.  The larger the house, the more complex and elaborate the bell board.

Installation of servants bells were usually undertaken by plumbers or chimney sweeps who ran the wires and/or ropes along tubes or pipes.

Did you know that manservants doubled as bodyguards or soldiers to protect the household and its wealth from raiding parties.

Did you know that bedrooms for female staff were located either in the basement or in the eaves while the bedrooms for male staff were located over the stables.

Testimonials

Thank you so much for your support throughout this process. We are so pleased to have found such a wonderful family to work for and have lots to thank you for.

Household couple

As a candidate with Staff of Distinction, I am very pleased with them. The jobs they have on offer are always very high end and the interactions with the company feels close and personal, like they really look at what is appropriate for me, and put me forwards for jobs that fit my needs.

Marinela, London

I am so grateful for using the Staff of Distinction Agency to find my ideal job in London. The staff have been very helpful and professional. Thanks a million.

Cora, London

Everything is going great here, love the job, love the people and the house and area. Best thing I ever did. Thanks for all your help in my getting the job.

Candidate

We are very happy with Staff of Distinction, as we want to find our right position and they are helpful staff who helped us very much with our search. We appreciate their service and have good feelings about the agency. Thank you kindly for all the jobs and understanding.

Household couple

After losing my current employee, I was recommended to [Staff of Distinction] where I was personally consulted with regards to my requirements and explained the urgency of my situation – within a few days I had interviews lined up and the first gentleman they introduced me to was the perfect match and I could not be happier. Not only did they work to get this done quickly for me, but they helped me since hiring my Ghurka as being my first time, I had a lot of questions and I have not been disappointed.

K Mason, London

We love the job, the location and our cottage. More importantly we have perfect employer.

Thank you so much for your help and effort to place us here.  We will keep in touch.

 

Household Couple, Surrey

I had great experience dealing with Staff of Distinction, very efficient and thorough bringing excellent candidates to the selection process.

I would highly recommend Staff of Distinction.  Their process from start to finish was very efficient and easy.

 

Chanelle, Lady McCoy

We have been in service for nearly 30 years, and we have used Staff of Distinction for many years … we find them always very helpful and they have placed us in some great jobs. And we would certainly use them in the future.

 

Household Couple, West Sussex

Our experience in finding a job through Staff Of Distinction was excellent, from the time we registered to them finding us a very nice job … the Staff there were very kind, helpful and we had no hesitation in calling them for advice and help … We would 100% recommend this Agency to anyone seeking a job, based on our experience with them.”

 

Household Couple,  Oxfordshire