What to Know Before Hiring Domestic Staff: A Guide for Ultra-High-Net-Worth Households

Lorraine Lee Estate Staffing

In a world where time, privacy, and performance are non-negotiable, hiring the right domestic staff isn’t just a luxury—it’s a strategic decision. Whether you’re seeking a seasoned estate manager to oversee multiple properties, a discreet nanny with international travel experience, or a Michelin-level private chef, Lorraine Lee Estate Staffing offers a white-glove recruitment experience tailored for ultra-high-net-worth families.

Here’s what UHNW households need to consider before bringing new staff into their private world.

1. Start with a Holistic Household Needs Assessment

Before initiating a search, take stock of the roles that need to be filled—not just today but 6–12 months from now. Ask yourself:

• Do we need a live-in housekeeper or a team?
• Do we travel frequently and require a travel-savvy nanny or personal assistant?
• Is a property manager or estate manager needed to oversee staff, vendors, and maintenance schedules?

At Lorraine Lee Estate Staffing, our process starts with a detailed consultation to assess your household’s unique rhythm, values, and expectations.

2. The Importance of Discretion and Vetting

Privacy is paramount when hiring for a high-profile household. Every candidate placed through Lorraine Lee undergoes:

• Background checks
• Reference verification
• NDA agreements
• Social media screening
• In-depth behavioral interviews

We also offer candidates with specialized experience in confidential households, embassies, Fortune 500 families, and UHNW clients across Palm Beach, Naples, New York, and California.

3. Hiring for Longevity: Culture Fit Is Everything

A résumé is one thing; alignment with your lifestyle is another. The best household staff are those who:

• Anticipate your needs before being asked
• Blend into the background, but are always available
• Respect boundaries and bring integrity to their role

Our team is trained to assess culture fit—matching your family’s values, personality, pace, and privacy preferences with candidates who align seamlessly.

4. High-Caliber Roles Require High-Caliber Support

We specialize in placing:

• Estate Managers with multi-residence oversight experience
• Private Chefs skilled in organic, farm-to-table, gluten-free, kosher, and event dining
• Nannies with early childhood education backgrounds, bilingual capabilities, and travel-readiness
• Housekeepers trained in museum-quality care, fine laundry, and formal service
• Personal Assistants who can juggle vendors, travel itineraries, gifting, and more
• House Managers who function as the right-hand to you or your Chief of Staff

Each placement is tailored, not templated. We source elite talent from a national and international pool of professionals.

5. Why Families Trust Lorraine Lee Estate Staffing

With offices throughout Florida—including Palm Beach, Naples, Winter Park, and Ocala—Lorraine Lee Estate Staffing is the go-to for clients who expect excellence and discretion. Founded by sisters Trisha Lorraine Martin and Deborah Lee Beacham, we work with leading family offices, luxury residences, and resort communities like The Breakers, Old Palm Golf Club, Ritz-Carlton, and PGA National.

Our reputation is built on:

• Personal attention to every search
• Nationwide candidate sourcing
• Swift placements without sacrificing quality
• Uncompromising standards for professionalism

6. Ready to Hire? Here’s How It Works

1. Schedule a Consultation: https://estatestaffingfl.com/contact/
2. Tell Us About Your Home & Needs
3. Review Custom-Vetted Candidates
4. Interview, Trial, and Hire with Confidence

We’re not just filling roles—we’re building relationships that elevate your household’s functionality and peace of mind. https://estatestaffingfl.com/hire-a-permanent-employee/

📈 Final Word

When the stakes are high, and expectations are higher, Lorraine Lee Estate Staffing is the partner UHNW households trust. Whether you need a housekeeper by the end of the week or you’re building a full household team for your seasonal residence, we’re your confidential, reliable, and elite staffing partner.

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