Household Manager

Job Description

House Manager, Private Residence

Dublin, Ireland

We are seeking a hands-on House Manager for a private family's countryside residence outside Dublin. The property will be used mainly for family stays, holidays and entertaining.
The role combines running the property with hosting the family and their guests. The House Manager will run the property day to day, working with the existing chef, housekeeper and gardener, and will make sure the house is ready for each arrival.
A key part of the role will be supporting the family with the festivities and events they host, making sure each occasion is well prepared and runs smoothly. The family would like someone friendly, confident around guests and happy to help wherever the house needs it.

Location: Dublin, Ireland
Contract type: Temporary, approximately six weeks (early December to mid-January), with the potential to become permanent
Start date: Beginning of December 2026
Salary: €300 to €350 per day, DOE
Accommodation: Provided, outside the main residence

Key responsibilities

• Overseeing the day-to-day running of the property and coordinating with the household team
• Preparing the house for the family's arrival and setting everything up to a high standard
• Hands-on support with housekeeping duties when needed
• Table setting, serving and making drinks for family meals and entertaining
• Supporting the hosting and making sure guests are well looked after
• Christmas Day: helping to prepare and set the dining table, serving and keeping the day running smoothly
• Preparation, hosting and service for a larger gathering between Christmas and New Year
• Handling household requirements and solving problems as they come up
• Helping the chef with shopping and provisioning when needed
• Driving the family from time to time

Requirements

• Hands-on and practical, happy to get involved in every part of running the property
• Energetic, friendly and approachable, confident around the family and their guests
• Proactive and organised, able to take initiative
• Comfortable serving, hosting and supporting private entertaining, including preparing drinks
• A good problem-solver who can work independently
• A confident driver with a full driving licence (essential)
• Available from the beginning of December to mid-January, with flexibility over Christmas and New Year
• Right to work in Ireland

The role has the potential to become a permanent position looking after the running of the property. If you have the relevant experience and are available from early December, we'd like to hear from you. Register your interest in confidence by sending your CV and references to info@ehc-ltd.com.