Mrs. Vincent (Brooke) AstorEstate Manager and Butler
Jan. 1997 - Jan. 2009"Holly Hill" Briarcliff Manor, New York & "Cove End" MaineResponsibilities included: -Buildings. & Grounds: Managed all aspects of a 64-acre estate, comprising of the main house (circa 1927) and 6 additional buildings. Scheduled and managed maintenance and repairs for all buildings, heating and air conditioning, roofing, interior and exterior painting, indoor and outdoor pools, grounds, etc. -Supplies: Coordinated the purchase and distribution of household and estate supplies and equipment. Managed petty cash accounts and approved all estate bills.
-Vehicles: Oversaw the leasing and purchase, inspections, repairs, servicing and temporary relocation of 6 estate vehicles. -Staff: Scheduled, trained and supervised 3 household staff and supervised 3 gardeners at Holly Hill, and managed 4 additional staff members when traveling. Booked and supervised additional staff and services as needed. -Personal Affairs: Coordinated social calendar, private affairs, dinner parties and other social events for Mrs. Astor. Prepared and organized travel for Mrs. Astor and her staff, including the booking of private and commercial flights, renting cars, arranging car services, transporting luggage and supplies, and liaising with the homeowners when renting a property. Selected gifts for friends and family. -Elder Care: Created safe home surroundings, supervised nursing staff, managed medical care, and liaised with Mrs. Astor's doctors and family later in her life. -Pet Care: Cared for Mrs. Astor's two dogs, including veterinary visits and grooming appointments, daily exercise, feeding and health.