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Ned #E970 - Full-time or Part-time Estate Manager in the Bay Area
Experience: Ned has over 19 years of experience in Project and Estate Management. His skills include coordinating staffing needs, sourcing vendors, managing property budgets, arranging both domestic and international travel, and event planning.
Education: Ned obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Film Studies at the California State University, San Francisco.
Impression: Ned is professional, discreet and values personal integrity. He has a calming influence and the ability to navigate smoothly through difficult situations.
Special Interests and Skills: Ned has life long experience piloting single and twin engine powerboats up to 52 feet in length. Ned is also a Licensed California Real Estate Broker.
Availability: Ned is seeking a Full-time or Part-time position in the Bay Area.
Trevor #E967 - Full-time Estate Manager & Butler in the Bay Area
Experience: Trevor has worked as a Household Manager for the same family for the past eight years. In this position, he is responsible for managing the client’s main house as well as their vacation home on the East Coast, where he spends several weeks each summer, helping with house guests and coordinating dinners and events. Trevor is also responsible for coordinating contractors and managing the household staff. He also serves as Bartender and Chauffeur when needed. Trevor provides basic tech support for the client’s computers and keeps their cars maintained.
Education: Trevor earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree in English from the University of Pennsylvania.
Impression: Trevor is well-spoken and trustworthy and has a calm demeanor. He has an “own it” mentality and his objective is to make life easier for his employer by making sure all their needs are met.
Special Interests and Skills: Trevor is fluent in English, Estonian and also speaks some French. He has experience creating floral arrangements for his client’s home.
Availability: Trevor is looking for a Full-time position on the Peninsula, San Francisco, Marin or the East Bay.
Abby #E966 - Full-time or Part-time Executive or Personal Assistant
Experience: Abby has been a Personal Assistant for over two years and an Executive Assistant for over a year. As a Personal Assistant, she worked in the film industry, where she was responsible for personal and professional scheduling, including private charter and commercial travel arrangements, arranging speaking engagements, and coordinating team meetings. She also organized key personal and professional events for up to 1,500 guests. Abby worked at the Olympic Games in Sydney as a Welcoming Committee Member and Payroll Administrator.
Education:Abby obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Recreation and Park Management at Pennsylvania State University with a concentration on Tourism and Hospitality & Commercial and Community Recreation.
Impression: Abby is an energetic go-getter with a strong work ethic. She creatively gets things done and always has her employer’s best interests at heart.
Special Interests and Skills: Abby obtained a certification in Fine Cooking at the French Culinary Institute in New York. She is interested in the film industry and has co-produced a film.
Availability: Abby is looking for Full-time or Part-time position on the Peninsula, San Francisco or Marin.
Able #E965 - Full-time Houseman & Housekeeper on the Peninsula
Experience: Able worked as a Full-time Houseman in a formal, multi-staffed estate on the Peninsula for five years. He was responsible for complete Housekeeping, auto maintenance, pond care, window cleaning, and errand running.
Impression: Able is flexible with a wonderful “can-do” attitude. His most recent employer told Town & Country that he “was a very nice addition to our team. He is a great driver, is very strong, and is extremely reliable. He is the type of guy who is always smiling, has a great attitude, and is very polite. He follows instructions very well and is fluent in both Spanish and English.”
Special Interests and Skills: Able has experience caring for luxury vehicles and has extensive experience driving high-end and large vehicles.
Availability: Able is seeking a Full-time position on the Peninsula.
Brian #E873 - Full-Time Butler & Household Manager in the Bay Area LIVE-IN OR LIVE-OUT
Experience: Brian has over nine years of experience working as a Butler and Household Manager, including a six-year placement with a Town & Country client. In this position, he acted as the Butler and Household Manager and also served as the Skipper & Butler on their yacht. Brian was responsible for managing the budget, running errands, driving the family to various activities, planning and preparing gourmet meals for the family and their guests, and cleaning the house and doing the laundry. In a previous position, Brian managed a family’s multiple homes, made travel arrangements, and planned events.
Education: Brian has a Bachelor of Arts degree.
Impression: Brian has a cheerful demeanor and is very loyal.
He is service oriented and will do what it takes to get the job done.
Special Interests and Skills: Brian has a good design sense, and has worked as a custom furniture designer and furniture maker.
Availability: Brian is available for Full-time, Live-in or Live out-positions in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Carmen #E774 - Full-time Executive Housekeeper available in San Francisco
Experience: Carmen has over 20 years of experience as an Executive Housekeeper and 17 years of experience as a Cook. One of her past employers said that "Carmen is a creative cook, with a pleasant personality.”
Impression: Carmen is strong and independent.
Special Interests and Skills: Carmen enjoys playing basketball and volleyball, going to the beach, swimming, reading, and riding her bicycle.
Availability: Carmen is available to work Full-time in San Francisco or Marin.
Brenda & Fred #E718 - Full-Time Couple in the Bay Area LIVE-IN
Experience: Brenda and Fred have over 12 years of experience working as a couple for one family in a multi-staffed home. Brenda was responsible for the deep housecleaning, running errands, helping with meal preparation and serving meals and occasional childcare. Fred’s responsibilities included driving the family and caring for the exterior of the home, including painting, maintenance and overseeing the gardener. He was also in charge of maintaining the automobiles and and performing minor repairs.
Education: Brenda has a degree in Education. Fred is a certified BMW and Mercedes Benz technician.
Impression: Brenda and Fred are a hard-working, multi-skilled couple with European sensibility
Special Interests and Skills: Brenda and Fred have experience working in Smart Homes. Fred has a Class A driver’s license.
Availability: Brenda and Fred are available for full-time positions in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Natalie #E461 - Part-time Personal Assistant available on the Peninsula
Experience: Natalie has over 20 years of experience as a Personal Assistant and Estate Professional. She ran her own consulting business for nine years and has assisted a wide range of clients with their business and personal lives. Natalie has been placed by Town & Country four times!
Education: Natalie took courses at U.C. Berkeley and Mills and earned her BA in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from San Francisco State University.
Impression: Natalie has been described as organized and professional and an excellent communicator. One employer who worked with Natalie for seven years offers this advice to prospective employers: “You’d be crazy not to hire her!”
Special Interests and Skills: Natalie has trained as a lifestyle coach and professional organizer and can type 125 words per minute.
Availability: Natalie is seeking a part-time position as a Personal Assistant on the Peninsula.
Karen #E437 - Full time Personal Assistant/Household Manager available
Experience: Karen has been working in private homes for over thirteen years, filling a number of roles: Household Manager, Personal Assistant, Nanny, and Family Assistant. Her experience in office management has brought her additional skills which complement her talents nicely. Town & Country placed Karen in her most recent in-home position as well as the one prior to that nearly five years ago, and she has been helping a busy family with everything from childcare to renovation projects ever since.
Impression: Karen is friendly and positive and was described by an employer as organized, bright, articulate, and honest.
Special Interests and Skills: Karen loves to cook and is able to accommodate dietary concerns such as wheat, gluten, and dairy sensitivities. She is computer savvy, too, and comfortable with both Mac and PC platforms.
Availability: Karen is seeking a full-time Household Manager or Personal Assistant position in San Francisco, Marin, or the Northern Peninsula.
Lisa #E200 - Full or Part-time Household Manager/Personal Assistant
Experience: Lisa has been in a Town & Country placement for over 8 years and is looking to supplement her hours. Her job began as a Family Assistant and she has since grown in that position to become an accomplished Household Manager. Lisa's duties included caring for the children, preparing meals, event planing, management of construction projects and supervision of housekeeping staff.
Impression: Lisa is creative and responsible. She prides herself on being loyal and organized. Lisa also takes great initiative; in fact, one of her references told Town & Country that "her intuition and ability to foresee needs was amazing. Every time I turned around, she’d taken care of something that had to be done, often before I even noticed it."
Availability: Lisa currently works with a Town & Country client, and is seeking either a full-time or a part-time position in San Francisco, Marin or on the Peninsula that will compliment her current schedule.
Rebecca #E007 - Full-time or Part-time Household Manager/Personal Assistant in the East Bay
Experience: Rebecca has over twelve years experience in private homes. Her most recent position was as a Household Manager where she has been for the past five years. Rebecca manages and trains the staff, oversees construction projects and vendors, handles payroll, meal planning and more!
Impression: Rebecca is kind and well spoken. She considers herself loyal with a strong work ethic.
Special Interests and Skills: Rebecca enjoys to cook and is especially skilled in property/project management. She is computer literate in both PC & Mac platforms.
Availability: Rebecca is for full-time or part-time positions in San Francisco, on the Peninsula and in the East Bay.
Thomas #E040 - Facilities Manager on the Peninsula, South Bay and San Francisco
Experience: Thomas started out in the building trades many years ago as a carpenter and then moved on to hold a seven-year position as a facilities manager. In 1989, Thomas started his own construction company, which he still owns today. He has built many high-end, custom homes from the ground up, including Smarthomes, and he has done many remodels and repairs, as well. While running his construction company, Thomas also worked as project manager for five years with an electrical and lighting company. As is evident from his background, Thomas values long-term client relationships.
Education: Thomas completed a four-year journeyman carpenter certification program at San Jose City College. He is also a licensed general contractor.
Impression: Thomas is down-to-earth, easygoing, and utterly capable. A previous employer had this to say about him: “Thomas was very easy to collaborate with. He has always been very responsive and receptive to feedback. He really listens to what I want and then executes the project beautifully. He gets it right every time.“ She described him as intelligent, trustworthy, creative, and solution-oriented. She also highlighted the high quality of his work and his ability to manage subcontractors and keep projects on track.
Special Interests and Skills: Thomas has a broad skill set; from carpentry and electrical work to installing koi ponds and setting up lighting for artwork, he really can do it all!
Availability: Thomas is seeking a position in San Francisco, the Peninsula, the South Bay or Carmel. He is open to a part-time or full-time schedule.
Edward #A882 - Full-time Estate Manager and Caretaker (Open on Location) LIVE-IN OR LIVE-OUT
Experience: Edward is an experienced candidate who has been in his current position as a live-in Estate Manager and Caretaker for over six years. He does everything related to the estate!
Education: Edward was educated at Northeastern University in Boston, MA.
Impression: Edward is a flexible and service-oriented candidate who has watered vineyards at 4 am when the need arises.
Special Interests and Skills: Edward is a audio/video systems expert. His interests include films, photography, and playing guitar.
Availability: Edward would accept a live-in or a live-out position and provide 24/7 coverage. He is married and has a dog. He will work in San Francisco, Marin, Carmel, the Wine Country, the East and South Bays, and on the Peninsula.
Loretta #A913 - Full or Part-time Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant
Experience: Since 1985, Loretta has been a Personal Assistant in private homes and an Executive Assistant in business settings. She has significant experience implementing, administering and coordinating all key functions to support C-level executives.
Impression: Loretta is lovely, seasoned, skilled and responsible.
Special Interests and Skills: Loretta loves working in busy homes. One of her references states, "It was so refreshing to have Loretta around. She was very respected in her position. She has an excellent level of initiative."
Availability: Loretta is seeking a minimum of 20 hours/week, and is flexible for full-time positions as well. She will work in San Francisco or in the East Bay.
Calvin #C851 - Household Manager/Executive Housekeeper/Houseman
Experience: Calvin has been with the same local family for over five years, handling everything for them from travel arrangements and bookkeeping to pet care and household maintenance. Prior to entering the field of household management, Calvin owned his own business for a decade. He loves the work he is currently doing and is looking for another family to assist.
Education: Calvin’s undergraduate studies focused on the arts, and he earned his bachelor’s degree in the field.
Impression: Calvin is kind, professional, and committed.
Special Interests and Skills: Calvin is a meticulous cleaner, is experienced at managing home renovations, and has wonderful people skills.
Availability: Calvin is looking for a full-time position as a Houseman/Household Manager/Executive Housekeeper in San Francisco or on the Northern Peninsula.
Lilly and Matthew #C523 - Full-time Live-in Domestic Couple
Experience: Lilly and Matthew have worked in private homes for many years, both as a couple and independently. Lilly began working as an executive assistant nearly thirty years ago before moving on to estate management and medical/professional caregiving; Matthew began working in maintenance at about the same time and then shifted to property and estate management. They joined forces and took their first job as a couple over twenty years ago and continue to enjoy working as a team. In their most recent position, Lilly took care of personal assisting, caregiving, housekeeping, and driving. Matthew oversaw staff and vendors and kept the homes, grounds, and vehicles in good repair.
Education: Matthew earned four B.S. degrees from Portland State University- one in Psychology, History, Social Sciences, and most recently, Philosophy. Lilly is a Certified Nurse’s Assistant and Medication Aide. She has taken science-related coursework, as well.
Impression: A peer described Lilly and Matthew as professional, hardworking, calm under pressure, efficient, organized, and pleasant to everyone with whom they come into contact. He observed that they work very well as a couple, supporting and assisting each other as needed.
Special Interests and Skills: Matthew is trained in conflict resolution and interpersonal relations. Lilly has experience with personal training, nutrition, equitation, and computers.
Availability: Lilly and Matthew are looking for a full-time, live-in position as a couple anywhere in the Bay Area or beyond.
Gary #C339 - Estate Gardener
Experience: For the past eleven years, Gary has taken care of estate gardens ranging in size from 3 to 250 acres. He has experience caring for orchards, woodlands, vegetable gardens, formal English gardens, greenhouses, and more. He has supervised employees, conducted major design and landscape projects, and even done some household maintenance. Additionally, Gary managed a nursery for five years before becoming an estate gardener.
Education: Gary has a Bachelor of Science in Horticulture.
Impression: Gary is personable and straightforward with a strong work ethic.
Special Interests and Skills: Gary is a Certified Nurseryman.
Availability: Gary is looking for an estate gardening position and is open to working in the Bay Area and beyond.
Ramon #C337 - Full-time Houseman/Butler LIVE-IN OR LIVE-OUT
Experience: Ramon was Major Domo of a complex, multi-staffed estate for eight years. In this position, he helped keep his employer’s six-acre Beverly Hills estate and 12,000 square foot Malibu beach house running smoothly. He managed the large staff, oversaw renovations, orchestrated large charity events, kept on top of schedules, welcomed and assisted numerous high-profile guests, and saw to the needs of the family’s children and grandchildren.
Impression: Ramon is kind, flexible, and easygoing. His greatest strengths, according to a peer with whom he worked for many years, are his ability to keep calm under pressure, his knack for establishing rapport with people, and his finesse.
Special Interests and Skills: Ramon has Smarthome experience, is a great team player, and loves his work.
Availability: Ramon is looking for a full-time position as a Butler or Houseman. He will consider both live-in and live out options and is open to location.
Madeline #C246 - Estate/Household Manager / Personal Assistant
Experience: Madeline worked with IBM for fifteen years in both administrative and managerial capacities. She then went on to do garden and interior design, and most recently has been managing estates. She managed one estate for four years, taking care of multiple properties, overseeing the staff of six, creating household operations manuals, and managing the budget. Madeline has worked for a number of estates since.
Education: Madeline earned a BA in Business Economics from UC Santa Barbara and has also completed courses in the UC Berkeley Garden Design Program.
Impression: Madeline is friendly, fun, professional and capable.
Special Interests and Skills: Madeline has a wide range of skills including event planning, construction and interior design project management, and floral and garden design.
Availability: Madeline is looking for a position in the Wine Country and is open to a part-time or full-time schedule.
Kevin #C243 - Property Manager / Gardener
Experience: Kevin began his career in design and then shifted into gardening and property management. He managed a 100-acre farm in New Jersey for over ten years which entailed daily care of the gardens, maintenance of organic orchards, interacting with vendors, managing the three homes and the pool on the property, restoring the barn, and even occasional driving. More recently, he has been working to reestablish a 1920’s garden.
Education: Kevin earned his BA in Design in England, where he was born and lived until 1986.
Impression: Kevin is straightforward and personable.
Special Interests and Skills: Kevin has drywall, masonry and carpentry skills.
Availability: Kevin is looking for full-time work as a Gardener/Property Manager and will consider any location for the right position.
Cole #C095 - Full-time Estate Manager
Experience: Cole has seventeen years of experience as an Estate Manager and worked for his most recent employer for eleven years.
Impression: Cole is well-spoken, well-traveled, hands-on and resourceful.
Special Interests and Skills: Cole was a captain on private sailing yachts for eight years. He also owned a stone company and was responsible for everything from supervising crews to designing landscapes and hardscapes.
Availability: Cole is seeking a full-time position as an Estate Manager and is open to location.
Shannon #C077 - Full-time Household Manager/Family Assistant/Estate Manager LIVE-IN OR LIVE-OUT
Experience: Shannon has been working on the same estate for the past nine years, managing the residence, performing personal assistant duties, and cooking for the family. Previously, Shannon held management positions in a wide range of settings which resulted in a rich background and well-rounded skill set.
Impression: Shannon is an expressive and energetic multi-tasker who loves working with families.
Special Interests and Skills: Shannon has been involved in floral design for over twenty-five years and has also worked as a sous chef for special events.
Availability: Shannon is looking for a full-time position on the Peninsula.
Maricella #C078 - Full-time Estate/Household Manager/ Personal Assistant LIVE-IN OR LIVE-OUT
Experience: Maricella is an experienced, dynamic estate professional who has been managing the estates of her current employer for eleven years.
Impression: Maricella’s employers refer to her as their “Orchestra Director” because she handles the many facets of her job with a calm, creative, and enthusiastic attitude. They state that she has been an invaluable asset to their family ventures in the U.S. and abroad, and they regret that she will not be moving with them to Italy.
Special Interests and Skills: Maricella is a published novelist; is fluent in English, Spanish and Italian, and is proficient in a wide range of cuisines.
Availability: Maricella is seeking a full-time position and is open to location.
Jacqueline #C063 - Estate/Household Manager; Personal/Executive Assistant
Experience: Jacqueline began working as an Executive Assistant in 1994 and supported three clients in the entertainment industry over a period of seven years. She then expanded into personal assisting and estate management and was with her most recent employer for over six years.
Education: Jacqueline earned a B.A. in Film from UC Irvine.
Impression: Jacqueline comes across as a capable, easygoing woman with a good sense of humor. A peer in her most recent position described her as professional, detail-oriented, and a positive communicator with excellent follow-through.
Special Interests and Skills: Jacqueline has a very strong Mac background.
Availability: Jacqueline is open to a part- or full-time position in the Wine Country or in Marin.
Dane #B073 - Full-Time Estate/Household Manager
Experience: Dane has been working as a Estate Manger for several years for both private clients and wineries. He has hired, trained and coordinated staff, managed the grounds and services, purchased necessary materials, installed and maintained exterior landscape, supervised staff, vendors and contractors, managed and coordinated special events and provided personal shopping services.
Impression: Dane has a straightforward demeanor and a friendly personality. One of Dane's former employers told T & C: "Besides being extremely hardworking and conscientious, Dane was always sincerely eager to help. I could always count on him in any situation. No task was ever too important or too difficult and he would put in extra time, if necessary, while always keeping a very positive attitude."
Availability: Dane is available for full-time positions in San Francisco, Marin and the Wine Country.
Gerry #B123 - Seasoned Estate Manager available in the Bay Area
Experience: Gerry started his career as a Butler in England and then worked as a Household Manager and now has been an Estate Manager for the past 7 years.
Impression: Gerry has a very grounded personality. He is punctual, discreet and professional. In fact, one of Gerry's references stated that he has "been greatly impressed by his commitment, integrity and discretion. He is always prepared to take on new challenges, and undertakes these with total professionalism.
Special Interests and Skills: Gerry is familiar with SmartHome technology, manages multiple properties and staff.
Availability: Gerry lives out of the area and is available full time in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Kyle #B113 - Full-Time Maintenance/Handyman
Experience: Kyle is currently working as a Carpenter, and has owned his own Construction Business. Kyle has also worked for a private client as a live-on property maintenance provider for over 15 years. In this position, he worked with subcontractors and groundskeepers and provided necessary maintenance and repairs.
Education: Kyle has a BA in Political Science & Geography.
Impression: Kyle is intelligent and has a warm, friendly personality. His former long-term employer told T & C "Kyle was very capable of a lot different things. I am quite specific about what I want and Kyle was good at following my directions. He very easy to get along with."
Special Interests and Skills: Kyle is skilled at carpentry and maintenance.
Availability: Kyle is available on a full-time basis in San Francisco and on the Peninsula.
James #A911 - Full-time Estate Professional/Chef/Household Manger/Personal Assistant (Open on Location)
Experience: James has been employed in formal, private homes consistently since 1998. He has experience as a Chef, Butler, Household and Estate Manager, and Personal Assistant. He is currently employed as a Butler in a 25,000-sq.-ft.-home in the Bay Area, where he manages 15 staff members.
Impression: James is willing, cheerful, capable and responsible.
Special Interests and Skills: James is fluent in Spanish. He is computer literate, with an emphasis on Quicken, MS Money, Palm Pilot, Power Point and Excel. He is also proficient in floral arranging!
Availability: James is seeking a full-time position, and is completely open on location.
Matthew #A917 - Full-time Household and Estate Manager/Caretaker LIVE-IN OR LIVE-OUT
Experience: Matthew has over 18 years of experience as a Household and Estate Manager in formal, private homes. He has been in his current position since 2003 and is responsible for managing all household staff, managing the remodeling of the home, maintaining the family's fleet of vehicles, organizational projects, and much more! He has been placed by T&CR once before.
Education: From January to March of 1997, Matthew attended the Starkey Institute for Household Management in Denver, CO. He also attended the American Culinary Federation's Chef Apprenticeship Program from 1978 to 1981.
Impression: Matthew is steady, committed, and calm.
Special Interests and Skills: One of his letters of recommendation states, "We have found him to be a natural leader, hard working, an effective communicator, accountable and an outstanding problem solver."
Availability: Matthew is seeking a full-time live-in or live-out position. He is completely open on location. He would love to work for an elderly client.
Marcus #A918 - Full-time Household/Estate Manager and Caretaker (Open on Location)
LIVE-IN OR LIVE-OUT
Experience: Marcus has almost seven years of experience working as an Estate Manager in private homes, six years of which was spent with the same employer! He has experience overseeing staff, maintaining vehicles (including yachts), managing multiple properties simultaneously, and more!
Impression: Marcus' manner is professional, yet comfortable.
Special Interests and Skills: Marcus was in the Peace Corps as well as the Coast Guard! He is originally from Montana, and has experience working on a ranch.
Availability: Marcus is seeking a full-time live-in or live-out position. He will work on the Peninsula, in San Francisco or in the South Bay.
Lillian #A919 - Full-time Estate/Household Manager and/or Couple (Open on Location) LIVE-IN OR LIVE-OUT
Experience: Lillian is an amazing candidate with 20 years of experience as a Household and Estate Manager. She has worked consistently in private homes, and even worked for the Prime Minister of England for several years! Lillian's also worked for a family in the Bay Area, managing their 16,000-sq.-ft.-home.
Education: Lillian was educated in England. She is highly trained, and in 1997, received an MBE by the Queen of England from the Prime Minister for outstanding service and commitment!
Impression: Lillian is very sophisticated, poised and seasoned.
Special Interests and Skills: One of her letters of recommendation states, "Lillian has been a dedicated, diligent employee with impeccable integrity. I would highly recommend her as an Estate/Household Manager. She has truly set a new standard of excellence for this position."
Availability: Lillian is seeking a full-time live-in or live-out position as an Estate/Household Manager.
Jared #A920 - Full-time Estate Manager (Open on Location)
Experience: Jared worked as an Estate Manger for a high-profile client for 10 years. He can manage multiple properties simultaneously, and uses his architecture background and business perspective to contribute to success in all stages of design, construction, maintenance, remodel and repair. He previously worked at a residence with over 50,000 square feet. Jared is a Smart Home guru!
Education: Jared has a BA in Architecture from the University of Washington.
Impression: Jared is originally from the Bay Area. He currently resides in Seattle and would like to find a position where he can work a full-time, four-day work week and fly home to see his family on the weekends.
Availability: Jared is seeking a full-time position. He is open on location.
Shawna #A921 - Full-time Household Manager/Estate Manager/Caretaker (Open on Location) LIVE-IN OR LIVE-OUT
Experience: Shawna has eight years of experience working for one client as an Executive Assistant and Estate Manager with decision-making responsibilities. She has excellent managerial, organizational and problem-solving skills.
Impression: Shawna is polished, sophisticated, loyal and devoted.
Special Interests and Skills: Shawna has very high standards for herself! She is also proficient with Word, Excel, and Quicken.
Availability: Shawna is seeking a full-time live-in or live-out position, and is completely open on location.
Brandon #A902 - Full or Part-time Estate Professional/Manager, Caretaker/Gardener for the Peninsula and the South Bay
Experience: For the last 7 years, Brandon has owned his own private landscaping company in Palo Alto. Prior to that, between 1977 and 2001, he was a Household Manager in formal, private homes. He is a career professional with a history of longevity in prior positions.
Education: From 1998 to 2001, Brandon was enrolled in the Landscape Architect Program at the University of California, Berkeley Extension in Berkeley, CA.
Impression: He is loyal, trustworthy, competent and discreet.
Special Interests and Skills: He is exceptionally adept at managing staff and coordinating with contractors.
Availability: Brandon is flexible for either a full or part-time position, and will work on the Peninsula or in the South Bay.
Evan #A903 - Household Manager/Houseman/Butler/Driver (Open on Location) LIVE-IN OR LIVE-OUT
Experience: Evan's experience as a Household Manager began in 1994. He worked in a private home in Portola Valley for six years, then accepted a live-in position as a Cook and Butler in Marin, where he has been for the last six years. Evan has wonderful experience as a Cook and Household Manager and can accomplish any number of duties, including supervising staff, planning events, running errands, menu planning, and more.
Impression: He is kind, flexible, and has a great sense of humor!
Special Interests and Skills: Evan speaks English and Czech fluently.
Availability: Evan is seeking a full-time or part-time live-in or live-out position. He is completely open on location.
Sean #A896 - Full-time Butler/Household Manager (Open on Location)
Experience: Sean is an amazing candidate! He has been in his current position for the last seven years. Sean does practically everything in this home! He is the Butler and Household Manager, but he also assists the Chef in the kitchen, purchases wines for the household, serves meals, works directly with contractors, does back-up childcare and much more!
Education: Sean has a BA from The University of Maine at Orono.
Impression: Sean is stable, active, professional and discreet.
Special Interests and Skills: Sean works well in households with animals and children.
Availability: Sam is flexible and available full-time. He will work in San Francisco, the East and South Bays, as well as on the Peninsula.
Albert #A899 - Full-time Driver/Bodyguard (Open on Location)
Experience: Albert is an experienced Driver and Bodyguard. He worked in this capacity for the General Consul of Singapore in San Francisco from 2005 to 2006. He also had a previous, six-year position with a private employer. Albert has experience maintaining vehicles, running errands, traveling with his employers, and providing personal security.
Education: Albert has a BA in Psychology from Tuiuti University in Brazil. He also took a course in Executive Protection and Driving in 2003.
Impression: Albert is dapper, friendly, professional and low-key.
Special Interests and Skills: Albert speaks English, Portuguese, and Spanish fluently.
Availability: Albert is seeking a full-time position. He will work in most areas: San Francisco, the Peninsula, the East and South Bay, Marin and Monterey County.
Jason #A883 - Full or Part-time Estate Professional on the Peninsula or in the South Bay
Experience: Jason is an experienced Estate Professional whose current position (which began in 2001) as a Lead Horticulturist and Garden Manager has him overseeing 3 properties (33 acres) in Woodside and Portola Valley.
Education: Jason graduated from Cal Poly, Pomona, with a BS in Horticulture (with an emphasis in Landscape Management) and also has a BS in Economics from St. Mary's College of California in Moraga.
Special Interests and Skills: In his free time, Jason enjoys spending time with his wife and two children.
Availability: Jason is seeking a full-time position on the Peninsula or in the South Bay.
Amanda #A884 - Full-time Estate Manager and Family Office Manager on the Peninsula or in Monterey County
Experience: Amanda is a seasoned Family Office Business Manager and Estate Manager. She has been with a formal San Francisco household for the last 7 years!
Impression: Amanda is a driven, professional candidate who is comfortable in multi-staffed, formal homes.
Special Interests and Skills: Amanda manages all of the financials and 15 staff members in her current position.
Availability: Amanda is seeking a full-time position in Monterey County or on the Peninsula.
Paulette #A066 - Full-time Household Manager in the San Francisco Bay Area
Experience:Paulette is a seasoned Household Manager with experience in private homes for over 4 years. Some of her duties have included managing several homes, sustaining a busy family schedule, managing several staff, overseeing expenditures including bill paying, and supervising the activities and events of active teenagers.
Education: Paulette has a BA in Integral Studies.
Impression: Paulette is professional, articulate and gracious. One of her references told Town & Country that she is "lovely to have around and we enjoy each other’s company. She is quite well-spoken and intelligent, as well as extremely hardworking."
Special Interests and Skills: Paulette has managed to establish herself as an accomplished household maven, writer, and editor. She is also an accomplished cook.
Availability: Paulette is currently seeking Full-time employment as a Household Manager/Personal Assistant in San Francisco, Marin, or the East Bay.
Lance #A582 - Full-Time Estate Manager in the Bay Area
Experience: Lance has six years of experience as an Estate Manager with one family. The position ended when Lance relocated to the San Francisco Bay Area. In this position, he was responsible for managing the family's homes in three states. Lance handled private plane arrangements and event planning for the family and high-profile guests, was the liaison between his employer and the media for special events, managed the staff and vendors, and ran various errands as necessary.
Impression: Lance has a personable demeanor and is a dedicated professional. He has a "no job is too small" attitude, and has done everything from arrange private travel for celebrity guests to taking the children to school in a pinch. Lance enjoys working in private homes and looks forward to assisting a client in this realm.
Special Interests and Skills: Lance has strong computer skills and has an interest in interior and landscape design. He has a background in art, and has managed his employer's traveling art collection.
Availability: Lance is available on a full-time basis in San Francisco, Marin and on the Peninsula.
Kathy #A086 - Full-time or Part-Time Estate Manager in San Francisco, on the Peninsula and in the South Bay
Experience: Kathy has worked in private homes since 2001. She is responsible for supervising staff and vendors, managing all home and vehicle maintenance, handling all the budgets and more. Kathy is also experienced in child care.
Education: Kathy has a degree in Architectural Interiors from Colorado University.
Impression: Kathy has amazing energy and because of this she has a very pitch-in, dedicated outlook. One of Kathy's references told Town & Country that "she was punctual, reliable, and a really good communicator. I trusted her judgment completely; she was so mature and responsible."
Special Interests and Skills: Kathy has an active lifestyle and loves adventure sports like skiing, snow boarding and horseback riding.
Availability: Kathy is available for full-time or part-time positions on the Peninsula.
Don #A046 - Full time Chef/Butler in San Francisco
Experience: Don has over 25 years of private in home experience. His past duties included housekeeping, organizing in-home events and preparing meals. Don is also experienced in maintaining a formal home setting.
Impression: Don is a great guy. He is friendly, loyal, and dedicated. One of Don's references told Town & Country that he is a "pleasure to work with."
Special Interests and Skills: Don is skilled in cooking classic American fare as well as planning and executing events from start to finish.
Availability: Don is available full time in San Francisco.
Gillian #A898 - Full-time Estate Manager/Bookkeeper
Experience: Gillian is a seasoned professional with experience in formal, private homes. Her most recent, three-year position as an Estate Manager involved the overseeing of five properties across California, as well as providing support at the personal and executive levels. She handled art acquisitions, private plane arrangements and construction projects.
Education: Gillian has a degree in Marketing and Communications from the University of Dayton in Dayton, OH.
Impression: Gillian is sophisticated, confident and discreet.
Special Interests and Skills: Gillian loves cooking, and has a passion for incorporating organic and healthy foods into her lifestyle. Gillian has a background in high-end retail as well.
Availability: Gillian is seeking a full-time position as an Estate Manager and/or Bookkeeper in San Francisco, Marin, the southern portion of the East Bay, or on the Northern Peninsula.
