Luxury homes don’t manage themselves. Whether a primary residence, seasonal estate, or vacation property, large-scale homes require strategic staffing, tight operational systems, and aligned personalities to ensure seamless service and lifestyle continuity. At Lorraine Lee Estate Staffing, we understand the intricacies behind running a mansion, and we specialize in placing professionals who make it all work—quietly, efficiently, and at the highest standard.
Whether you’re managing a historic estate in Palm Beach, a modern compound in Beverly Hills, or a lakefront retreat in Winter Park, the roles remain consistent: housekeepers, estate managers, personal assistants, housemen, chefs, and more. What differs is the flow, layout, and daily rhythm of the home—and how those factors impact the staffing model.
Related: How to Build the Right Domestic Team for a Seasonal Estate
Each space in a mansion brings unique demands. The kitchen is a service hub requiring chefs who can collaborate with nutritionists and household managers. Formal living areas demand white-glove housekeeping with an eye for detail. Children’s quarters call for nannies who balance safety, structure, and warmth. Outdoor spaces—from rose gardens to motor courts—require skilled groundskeepers and housemen with technical and horticultural knowledge.
One estate, many functions—all interconnected.
In multi-story homes, communication and efficiency are paramount. Housekeepers need zoned cleaning protocols. Estate managers must understand which staff works which floor and when. Movement must be discreet, particularly when principals are in residence. Using two-way radios, service staircases, and real-time scheduling ensures the home functions like a well-run hotel—without ever feeling like one.
Pro Tip: Our Director of Residences often sets up floor-specific checklists and integrates smart home tools to automate maintenance and temperature controls across levels.
From daily meals to entertaining at scale, kitchens in high-end homes operate like boutique restaurants. A private chef must be part culinary artist, part nutritionist, and part logistics expert. They often coordinate with designers on layout and appliance flow, ensure all food sourcing meets dietary needs, and prep for both spontaneous meals and formal dinners.
Expert Placement: Lorraine Lee places culinary professionals who’ve trained in private homes, luxury yachts, and five-star hotels—ensuring skill, discretion, and adaptability.
Interior designers, art advisors, architects, and builders are often still involved long after move-in. Managing a mansion means understanding how to liaise with these specialists while protecting the principal’s time and preferences. Estate managers and personal assistants must coordinate installs, repairs, and updates without disrupting the home’s functionality.
External Resource: Architectural Digest – Managing Renovations in Luxury Estates
Every role supports the other. A nanny coordinates with the chef about dietary restrictions. The housekeeper alerts the property manager of a leak before it becomes a crisis. The personal assistant arranges travel while the estate manager ensures the home is prepped for the principal’s return.
Synergy is not optional—it’s essential.
We vet for not only experience and skill, but also emotional intelligence, communication style, and personality compatibility. A mansion may be a showpiece, but the right staff makes it feel like home.
Success in a private home is not just about the résumé—it’s about relational dynamics. Our candidates understand boundaries, privacy, and diplomacy. Whether dealing with extended family, guests, or pets, they adapt gracefully and respectfully.
Our placements are trained to work in ultra-private environments where intuition, discretion, and cultural sensitivity are non-negotiables. We don’t just fill positions—we build trusted teams.
From Naples to Newport, from one-floor residences to multi-level compounds, we place professionals who understand the complexities of estate life.
Whether you’re hiring a Director of Residence, ROTA nanny, private chef, or executive assistant, we deliver with precision, professionalism, and discretion.
📍 Visit our website: www.estatestaffingfl.com
📞 Contact us directly to begin your search. 561.782.6628
Chicago, Newport (Rhode Island), Lake Tahoe, Hawaii, Manhattan, New York; Boston, Massachusetts; Atlanta, Georgia; Connecticut; Pennsylvania, Colorado, Texas
