Ercolini can help you with all of your domestic staffing needs. Below is a description of the positions we offer, along with the qualifications and salary range. Keep in mind that a salary will depend on the job requirements and the level of experience an applicant has.
Helps the new mother with all aspects of care for a baby, from feedings to washing clothes and keeping the nursery clean. She is not responsible for care for the mother or any household duties outside of the nursery. These tend to be temporary jobs, with baby nurses usually working 12 or 24-hour shifts for a job duration of 2 weeks to 3 months.
The butler is customarily responsible for a single residence, supervising household staff, setting up the household and ensuring all duties are fulfilled. Typical duties include ordering household supplies, setting and serving a formal table, caring for the silver, china, and crystal, and overseeing dinner parties and other events held in the home. A butler should have good knowledge of wines and may be required to use a computer.
Has full charge of the outside and inside maintenance of the home. Typical duties include painting, gardening, plumbing, carpentry, overseeing workmen and scheduling annual repairs. A caretaker also oversees the care and repair of the automobiles and other maintenance equipment (lawnmowers, snow blowers, etc.). May be a live in position.
A full charge chauffeur will be responsible for driving family members and guests to social and professional appointments. He or she is also expected to care for the car, making sure it is always clean and full of gas. A chauffeur may also be required to work in the office of the employer, doing filing or faxing, and maybe even do errands. Often their hours vary, so flexibility is a key.
A cook or chef prepares detailed menus and food for most or all family and social events. May also prepare meals for the staff. The household chef is responsible for anything food or kitchen related, including organization, clean up, shopping for all food-related supplies and menu planning. There are many levels of cooks from the basic family cook to the school trained gourmet chef.
A Companion is responsible for assisting his or her employer in various ways. May include driving, traveling with the employer and accompanying him or her to certain events and appointments. May also include some nursing care.