Estate Manag. Couple, Household Couple

Confidential candidate

We are a couple looking for a live-in domestic position

Our education and career paths have equipped us with a mix of experience and expertise which particularly suit these posts. We have both had experience working in the public sector.

Livia(Italian) and Michael (English), between the two of us we speak English (native), Italian, German, Afrikaans, and Dutch.

Michael’s career is based on 35+ years in the hospitality industry.
He has been the majority owner of several successful and iconic restaurants in Cape Town. His understanding of customer service, satisfaction, and people is what turned these restaurants into landmarks. Over and above this he ran another company alongside this which dealt with assisting other restaurateurs with their finances and businesses.

Livia began her professional career by founding a successful interior decorating/home staging company in Cape Town. This gave her many experiences in managing projects, liaising with contractors, and good customer service. Her ability to listen and understand her customers’ needs and requirements is what made her successful.

Over and above this, Michael is an excellent cook and Livia a passionate baker. We revel in making spaces beautiful, inviting, and comfortable. People have intrinsically always been part of our lives, professionally and privately. It gives us great joy and satisfaction, seeing customers happy.

We are both hard-working, tenacious, and reliable. Our attention to detail and exceptional service is what have made our respective businesses a success.


Both of us work well in a team. We are highly discreet, without prejudice, and understand the importance of confidentiality.
We adapt easily to different settings and people.
We are well-traveled and knowledgeable on many subjects, including wine, art, and philosophy. We have a deep insight and understanding of people and their individual needs.

Do not hesitate to contact us for more information!

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