With its unique blend of modern conveniences, small town charm, and breathtaking scenery, Oconomowac is a vibrant lake house community with many luxury homes and seasonal cottages. For Oconomowoc’s upscale property owners, hiring a wide range of household staff is becoming increasingly essential.

Why Oconomowoc Homes Have Unique Staffing Needs

Staffing at Tiffanie’s Director of Placement, Andrea R. Bruttig, understands the staffing needs of lakefront homeowners well. “Lakefront homeowners commonly request Housekeepers, Estate Managers, Private Chefs, Household Managers, Groundskeepers, and Domestic Couples. 

Seasonal residency plays a significant role in staffing recommendations. Some families only require full staffing during the summer months, while others maintain a year-round estate that requires ongoing maintenance even when they’re away.” 

Essential Household Staff Roles for Lakefront Estates

Although there is a wide range of available household staff, there are core roles suited to lake homes and affluent lifestyles. 

Estate and Household Managers oversee property operations and vendors. They also coordinate the household staff employed by large lakefront properties.

Private Chefs and Housekeepers support the entertainment needs of estate owners and also provide nutritious daily meals and ensure the home is pristine and organized.

Nannies and Personal Assistants provide childcare and administrative support for busy families who are splitting time between homes.

The Household Staffing Process, Step by Step

Discretion and compatibility are the cornerstones of any successful staffing process. So, too, is defining what is needed in terms of type of staff, responsibilities, and qualifications.

Once compatible candidates have been discreetly sourced, comprehensive vetting must take place to confirm experience, ability, and fit for the position. Following this step, several background checks must be conducted before interviewing and selection can take place. 

Choosing a Local Domestic Staffing Agency

Working with a local Nanny agency means choosing specialized, private service. Staffing at Tiffanie’s is familiar with the unique demands of the luxury lifestyle of Oconomowac Lake property owners. They understand the importance of trust, screening, and personalized long-term placement.

Their refined and meticulous process matches you with private household staff who are aligned with your personality, work ethic, and household dynamic. Since Staffing at Tiffanie’s inception in 1998, they offer clients a unique perspective that understands the needs of families and staff.

If you are considering hiring seasonal or year-round staff for your Oconomowac vacation or permanent residence, we invite you to visit their Client Onboarding page. Are you a professional seeking your next household staff placement? Applying for inclusion here offers many benefits. You may also view their current list of available positions. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What household staff do luxury lake homes typically need?

Luxury households typically hire Nannies, Private Chefs, Estate Managers, Household Managers, Housekeepers, and Personal Assistants. However, individual staffing needs can and do vary.

Can I hire seasonal household staff for a lakefront second home?

Absolutely. Our Director of Placement states, “We often help clients build flexible staffing structures that can expand during peak seasons and scale back when the property is unoccupied.”

How much does it cost to staff a luxury lake home?

The cost to staff your home depends on many factors. The size of your home will dictate the types and number of staff needed. Likewise, a permanent residence will have different needs in terms of staff than a vacation home. We created a Private Household Compensation Guide to assist you with assessing cost. It is available on our Client Onboarding page.

How do I hire trustworthy household staff for my Oconomowac Lake Home?

The best way to accomplish this, according to Andrea Bruttig, is to avoid common mistakes. “The biggest mistake is hiring solely based on personality instead of evaluating both technical skills and household fit. 

Another common mistake is writing vague job descriptions or expecting one person to perform several full-time roles. We also see families skip professional background checks, reference verification, and structured interviews, which significantly increases turnover and hiring risk.”

What is the difference between a Household Manager and an Estate Manager?

The Household Manager’s focus is on the needs of the family. Therefore, they will typically complete bill payments, manage and process all communications going into and out of the home, run errands and much more. Estate Management services include managing household staff members, liaising with vendors, organizing dinner parties, galas, and other private events at the home and more.