The profession of a butler is ageless and particularly suitable for those with experience. Individuals in this field have the opportunity to work for wealthy families or celebrities, with attractive income.
There are numerous career opportunities in the butler industry in Vietnam, including: family butlers who work directly for wealthy families, estate managers, schedule coordinators, and event planners; providing family services such as cooking, cleaning, and childcare.
Butlers for high-status individuals work for officials, businessmen, and celebrities and may need to travel frequently to accompany their employers.
Butlers for hotels, villas, and resorts manage the operations and services of luxury accommodations, coordinating the work of the serving staff. Alternatively, they can work as advisors and trainers, becoming consultants for families and businesses on household and estate management or training and coaching other butlers.
Butlers are a new and high-paying profession in Vietnam. |
With the development of the economy and the emergence of a wealthy class, the butler profession will continue to present new opportunities in the future.
To become a professional butler in Vietnam, one must meet certain requirements, including possessing extensive knowledge and skills in family management, event organization, and asset care.
Butlers must be proficient in planning, time management, communication, and customer service skills. They should also have knowledge of cooking, cleaning, childcare, and financial management.
The qualities of a good butler include discipline, attentiveness, and honesty; excellent communication skills, a polite and professional attitude; flexibility, and the ability to accommodate unusual requests. They should also be well-organized and efficient in managing tasks.
Additionally, butlers must hold certifications and undergo training in butler services, hospitality, and family services. Continuous professional development through training programs is essential to stay updated with the latest industry standards.
With these requirements, professional butlers will be well-equipped to meet the increasingly high demands of wealthy families and premium clients in Vietnam.
Sharing her thoughts on the butler profession, Ms. Nguyen Thi Minh Hang, Chairman and CEO of Vesta B Vietnam, and an expert in butler training, believes that transitioning from a domestic helper to a professional butler offers a breakthrough in career development, income acceleration, and the creation of new opportunities for workers.
 Butlers are a new and lucrative profession in Vietnam. |
“After graduating from our advanced butler training program, individuals can expect to earn a monthly income ranging from 25 to 65 million VND. This salary is three to four times higher than the current average income,” shared Ms. Hang.
“In reality, when taking into account the benefits of meals, transportation, vacation, and other perks that come with living with the employer’s family, the actual income of a butler can be 1.5 to 2 times higher than the announced figure,” she added.
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