Butlers in the Maldives

Butlers in the Maldives are usually trained by the SABA International Butler Academy and Training School. This prestigious academy is a leader in training for private households, hotels, resorts, royal palaces, jets, cruise liners, yachts and lodges. Offering a Professional training program into the world of decorum and etiquette.

There are a range of courses offered, the signature 8 week program teaches students all aspects of residential and commercial Butler service. Places are limited to ensure that students receive individual attention. The focus is on practical butler training, all ages are welcome on the course, although the minimum age is 18.

The academy has been in operation for over 12 years and they train butlers in the Maldives for many of the top 5* luxury resorts.  Training takes place at the Academy in Cape Town, as well as in hotels, restaurants and ocean liners worldwide.  There are exams that need to be passed, that are a mix of written and practical.

A butler will be required to do the following:

• Organise and manage the Butler’s Pantry and Butler’s Office
• Ensure the Butler’s pantry has necessary supplies, equipment and materials
• Update and manage the daily Butler work sheets
• Create rosters, schedules and checklists
• Create a checklist for room and suite inspections
• Assign and inspect each room before guest arrivals
• Log all faults and defects in suites in Butler’s log book and ensure rectification
• Undertake final preparation of each suite or room prior to guests arrival
• Have a working knowledge of the check-in procedure
• Handle guest’s messages
• Handle necessary air ticket reconfirmation
• Have a working knowledge of the hotel guest history system
• Enter guest preferences in guest history system
• Use guest history and update accordingly
• Have an understanding of the foreign currency exchange
• Arrange VIP greeting and escorting service to airport
• Create and oversee airport and gate pick-up and drop off procedures
• Create and oversee secure storage and tagging of luggage
• Handle Butler communication methods
• Have a working knowledge of the in-room check out services
• Ensure buggy, boat and cart maintenance
• Maintain or arrange security of luggage
• Liaise as necessary with security staff
• Anticipate guest’s needs

Contact us today to book your luxury holiday to include a butler in the Maldives.

All images courtesy of SABA International Butler Academy