Founder and Managing Director
As Managing Director, John controls and oversees every aspect of the Exclusive brand including Exclusive Household Staff, Exclusive Nannies, and the Exclusive Butler School.
John’s full profile can be seen in company background.
Head of Recruitment
Debbie joined Exclusive Household Staff with a wealth of PA experience spanning many years. After working for the Chief Executive of a financial company and then raising her family, Debbie joined a prestigious Private School working there for 10 years. During this time, her knowledge & experience helped build strong relations with staff, pupils and guardians, ranging from the Pre-Prep department, through to Boarding House.
As Head of Recruitment, Debbie leads and mentors the team of Consultants, ensuring a seamless and high-quality recruitment process.
Debbie manages the Domestic Couple roles, as well as working alongside Nicole on the Housekeeping Desk.
Senior Consultant
Dan possesses over 15 years’ hospitality and private service industry experience. Dan initially studied Catering at Thanet College, before moving on to work as Footman/Butler at Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle, followed by the British Embassy in both Washington and Paris. Dan then spent a few years as the Private Butler to a high-profile Swiss family serving royalty and highly esteemed guests all over the world. Prior to joining Exclusive Household Staff, Dan was the General Manager for over 6 years of a family-owned Boutique Seaside Hotel and Restaurant in Kent.
Dan manages all Permanent Butler positions. Dan also manages the Temporary desk alongside Emily. They specialise in offering temporary high-calibre private staff. The service extends to Housekeepers, Butlers, PAs, Domestic Couples, House Managers, and Gardeners, for short term needs. With a focus on excellence, Dan ensures that clients receive skilled, experienced professionals to manage household needs or enhance private events on a temporary basis.
Consultant
Donna studied Hospitality and Professional Cookery at Thanet Technical College before going on to cook in renowned kitchens including the RAC Country Club on the Epsom Downs. She has experience in many facets of Hospitality from managing a Catering business to working as a Nanny/ Housekeeper within Private Households.
Donna’s life experience, eye for detail, and ability to engage with people allow her to work alongside clients and candidates seamlessly.
Donna manages both the Permanent and Temporary Private Chef Desk, as well as Permanent House Managers.
Consultant
Emily joined Exclusive Household Staff as part of our office team to support our Consultants with all general office tasks.
Having progressed to the position of Consultant, Emily works alongside Dan managing the Temporary Desk, specialising in offering high-calibre private household staff on a temporary basis. With a focus on excellence, Dan and Emily ensure that clients receive skilled, experienced professionals to manage their household needs. Emily also manages the Permanent Chauffeur roles.
Consultant
Nicole joined Exclusive Household Staff in 2021 as part of her Year in Business Placement during her University studies. Having now completed her BA (Hons) Business Management, Exclusive Household Staff are delighted to welcome Nicole back full-time from March 2025.
With over five years' experience in the retail industry, Nicole has a high understanding of customer service and the importance of organisation and attention to detail.
Nicole manages both the Permanent and Temporary Nanny roles, as well as working alongside Debbie on the Housekeeping Desk.
Consultant
Hattie joined Exclusive Household Staff in April 2025, bringing with her a background in hospitality, events, and client-facing roles.
Her natural people skills and attention to detail allow her to build strong, trusted relationships with clients and candidates alike.
Hattie manages her own Permanent Desk, focusing on PAs, EAs, Estate Managers, Housemen, and Gardeners. Hattie is committed to delivering a bespoke, personal service where every client and candidate feels listened to, understood, and valued.
Strategic Business Advisor
After a fulfilling ten years with Exclusive Household Staff, most recently as Recruitment Director, and seventeen years as a Senior Consultant recruiting for private households, Jacqueline has now taken the step to retire. She has many projects in mind for her retirement in Lancashire, one of which being a Strategic Business Advisor to EHS, as and when called for.
Project & Training Manager
Paul is our Project and Training Manager. With a 25 year hospitality career spanning the Private, Luxury Hotel, and Corporate sectors, Paul brings unique and varied experience to The Exclusive Butler School.
After 4 years with the British Royal Family as Senior Footman, he went on to hold Head Butler and Household Manager roles with UHNW families, and at two of London's most prestigious hotels, Claridge’s and The Dorchester. Leaving London in 2019, he was Operations Manager for an award winning boutique hotel in Sussex, before joining Saga Ltd, as their Head of Front of House, overseeing their Catering, Events and Front of House multi-site operations.
Account Manager
Emma brings over 23 years of experience in the accounting and administration fields having worked for a major blue chip company. She joins EHS in the position of Account Manager working alongside John, Stephanie, and Clare in an accounts and administration capacity.
Office Administrator
Olivia joins Exclusive Household Staff as part of our Office Administration team working alongside Finlay. After studying business for 4 years at Broadstairs College, Olivia wanted to explore her opportunities further, and was eager to obtain more knowledge and experience within the private recruitment sector. Olivia aims to progress within her career, opening new doors as she goes.
Office Administrator
Finlay joins Exclusive Household Staff as part of the office administration team working alongside Olivia. After sports coaching for a year, Finlay decided he wanted a change in his career path and was keen to explore the private recruitment sector. Finlay aims to achieve knowledge and experience in the recruitment and business side of administration.
Houseman & Chauffeur
Nason joined Exclusive Household Staff, after a distinguished career with the Metropolitan Police, where he honed advanced police driving skills, and further experience in the Civil Service. He currently serves the Managing Director and his family as their Houseman, while also ensuring the EHS Office runs smoothly as Company Chauffeur and Handyman.
With expertise in driving and household management, Nason is also available for client jobs and works with the Exclusive Butler School, offering valuable skills and professionalism in every role.