Private Household
Staffing Intelligence.
Role guides, compensation benchmarks, hiring strategy, and operational insight for families, principals, and private service professionals.
Why Your Household Staff is Your Greatest Investment
The right household staff transforms your home, enhances daily life, and saves you from costly turnover. Discover how to hire for long-term success in Chicago.
How to Gain Experience Working with High-Net-Worth or High-Profile Families
Discover how to gain experience working with high-net-worth families and succeed in private household staffing. Learn actionable tips for building your career in estate staffing, from transferable skills to certifications and networking.
6 Reasons Why Hiring a Palm Beach Private Chef Improves Your Luxury Lifestyle
Learn why high-net-worth families in Palm Beach are hiring private chefs to elevate their lifestyle with customized, restaurant-quality dining at home.
Your Guide to the Most In-Demand Jobs in Household Staffing
Explore the most in-demand luxury household staffing roles — from estate managers to yacht stewards — that high-net-worth families in Palm Beach and Chicago are hiring. Learn why these roles are essential for seamless, elevated living.
Can I Use Social Media If I Work as a Household Employee?
Working in a private household comes with specific expectations around your online presence. Here is what to post, what to avoid, and how to protect your career and your principal's privacy.
Understanding the Difference Between a Private and Personal Chef
Explore the difference between hiring a personal or private chef for Chicago's families and professionals. From diverse tastes to exclusive dining, find your perfect culinary fit with My Household Managed
The Essential Guide to Household Staff Definitions and Acronyms
The vocabulary of private household staffing, defined in four groups: job titles, acronyms, employment terms, and industry terms, with links to the full article on each.
How to Build Your Network in the High-End Service Industry
Discover the power of networking in Chicago's high-net-worth job market. Unlock opportunities for nannies, house managers, and estate managers in the city's most sought-after roles.
7 Must-Ask Questions When Hiring a Private Chef for Your Luxury Event in Chicago
Elevate your Chicago luxury event with a private chef. Discover 7 essential questions to ask when hiring a private chef to ensure an exceptional culinary experience for your guests.
Working for a High Net-Worth Family: What’s It Really Like?
Working for a High Net-Worth Family: What’s It Really like and how can you find a position in a HNW household? Find out what working for a HNW family actually entails as well as the advantages and disadvantages.
How To Make a Great Impression During Your First Week at a New Job
Are you starting a new job soon or looking for tips on how to make a great first impression at a new job in a private household? Learn best practices to becoming an irreplaceable employee.
