House Manager – Bridgehampton, NY
Full-Time, Year-Round | High-End Private Residence
A prominent client in Bridgehampton, NY is seeking an experienced, polished, and hospitality-driven House Manager to oversee daily operations of their fully staffed residence. This is a long-term, year-round position offering the opportunity to join a team that values professionalism, respect, and collaborative service.
Ideal candidates will have prior experience living and working in the Hamptons or in a similarly quiet, remote, or seasonal luxury destination. A deep understanding of the rhythms of destination communities, and the service expectations of principals and guests who frequent them, is essential.
The client has an excellent team already in place; they are seeking a leader with strong front-of-house instincts, exceptional judgment, and a calm, gracious demeanor to ensure seamless coordination, refined service, and exquisite housekeeping standards throughout the home.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary POC for household operations, working closely with the Family Office
- Lead and support the interior team, fostering communication, cohesion, and accountability
- Oversee household schedules, workflows, and seasonal priorities to ensure smooth daily operations
- Lead by example
- Deliver and oversee high standards of front-of-house service, including guest readiness and table service with a hands-on, hospitality-first approach
- Take the lead on all events—intimate dinners to larger gatherings—working closely with Chefs, caterers, and event staff.
- Maintain exceptional housekeeping standards and ensure consistent presentation of all interior spaces.
- Manage household inventories, purchasing, and digital record-keeping.
- Coordinate with the Property Caretaker and help supervise vendors (AV, HVAC, landscape, pest control, etc.).
- Oversee seasonal deep cleans, maintenance schedules, and special projects.
- Uphold strict confidentiality, discretion, and respect for the principals' privacy.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in private service, estate management, or luxury hospitality.
- Experience living and working in the Hamptons or in remote/luxury seasonal destinations strongly preferred.
- Proven success overseeing and inspiring teams in high-end residential or hospitality environments.
- Impeccable front-of-house skills with an innate understanding of refined service standards.
- Highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented.
- Strong communication skills; calm, gracious, low-ego presence.
- Comfortable with technology, digital systems, and household management platforms.
- Knowledge of fine-home care, furnishings, and materials.
- Valid driver's license; reliable transportation.
- Excellent, verifiable references.
Schedule & Availability
- Off-Season: Monday–Friday, approximately 9 AM–5 PM (flexible start available)
- In-Season: Monday–Friday with availability on weekends as needed for events and guest support
Compensation & Benefits
- $200,000 – $225,000 base salary, commensurate with experience
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Fully paid health insurance
- 401(k) with match
- Life and disability insurance
- Generous PTO, paid holidays, and more
Our Story:
Mahler Private Staffing works with America’s leading families to find experienced private domestic staffing professionals for their homes and family offices. We take a personalized approach and work to get to know our candidates as well as we know our clients, so we can make lasting, long-term placements.
Due to the overwhelming number of applicants, we regret that we are unable to provide individual responses. Rest assured that selected candidates will be personally contacted for further consideration. We would like to emphasize that there are no fees associated with the application process for applicants.