Buff Butler Training Class
Please follow the below points, they are expected at every butler booking with no exceptions.

BOOKING PROCESS
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Job confirmation texts are sent every Thursday before your event.
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You’ll also get a reminder SMS the week before from our automated number — confirm ASAP to avoid being chased.
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On the day, you’ll receive a check-in SMS — click to confirm your attendance.
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After confirming, send the official SMS to the customer.
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Do not call, WhatsApp, or write your own messages unless in emergency (e.g. poor signal).
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All communication is via SMS only.
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Only call the office on the day in case of an emergency.
GENERAL CONDUCT
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No same-day cancellations – if within your first 5 jobs, this results in termination.
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Never attend a job hungover.
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No drinking, smoking, taking drugs, or eating while working.
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No swearing, sexual behaviour, or rude language.
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No phone use once inside – keep it away and silent.
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Never stay past the booking time – even if asked.
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Do not change times or swap jobs without permission.
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Never send personal photos or details to customers.
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Always be polite, helpful, and respectful.
GROOMING & APPEARANCE
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Arrive showered, deodorant on, with clean and ironed clothes.
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Neat hair – clean-shaven is optional but tidy appearance is essential.
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No baby oil.
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Bum does not need to be shaved.
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No trainers or boots – black flip-flops only.
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Full uniform must be worn:
• Collar
• Cuffs (with cufflinks)
• Black bow tie
• Apron (bum on show unless told otherwise)
• Black/dark flip-flops -
Some bookings may request:
• Tight black boxers
• Formal black trousers and shoes -
Customers may bring props (e.g. hats, accessories).
ARRIVING AT THE JOB
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Always arrive 15 minutes early.
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Meet outside if working with another butler and go in together.
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Do not knock – text or call only when outside.
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If lost, ask the customer to share live location (WhatsApp).
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You’ll be given a private room to change – no customer items allowed inside.
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Greet the organiser and the group clearly and politely.
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Smile, be engaging and confident from the start.
JOB DUTIES
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Serve drinks and top up glasses.
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Wash and clear up as needed – including empty glasses.
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Know how to make simple cocktails (e.g. Mojito, Sex on the Beach).
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Be able to pour Prosecco without it spilling over.
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Play fun games – check out our Hen Party Games.
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Make time for all guests and make it fun.
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Maintain professionalism and keep energy high.
PAY STRUCTURE
Butlers
- 1 hour – £60
- 2 hours – £90
- 3 hours – £120
- Additional hours – £20 per hour
+£5 bonus available based on positive customer feedback
Life Drawing
- £110 flat rate
- +£5 bonus available based on positive customer feedback
Cocktail Mixologist
- £140 flat rate
+£5 bonus available based on positive customer feedback
Strippers
- £110 flat rate
+£5 bonus available based on positive customer feedback
Travel Allowance
- 30p per mile (only applicable after the first 20 miles round trip from your home postcode)
PAYMENT
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Paid directly to your bank account.
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Tuesday following the weekend of your booking, usually around 8 days later depending on the date of the job.
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To qualify for payment, you must:
• Confirm your job
• Send the official SMS to the customer
JOB OPPORTUNITIES & TRAINING
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Training jobs are assigned close to your home – you’ll be sent available options.
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Consistent and reliable butlers are offered more work.
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You can progress into:
• Life Drawing Model roles
• Cocktail Masterclasses
REFERRAL BONUS & REWARDS
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Refer a friend:
• £50 bonus after they complete 3 jobs
• Extra £50 after they do 6 jobs with no issues -
Loyalty bonus:
• £25 once you complete 10 jobs with no complaints -
Feedback forms are collected after every job
• Top-rated butlers appear on our UK leaderboard
• Rewards, prizes, competitions available -
We are the largest company in the world for this service – more jobs than any other provider.
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Best opportunities are given to butlers who exclusively work with us.
SELF-EMPLOYED STATUS
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You are self-employed – not an employee.
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You’re responsible for your own tax and NI.
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You can decline jobs, but once you accept one – full commitment is expected.
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No-shows or same-day cancellations may lead to termination.
- You must have the legal right to work in the UK and, if applicable, hold a valid visa or immigration status that permits self-employment.
You will be required to provide either a valid share code (from www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work) or appropriate documentation confirming your right to work.
TRAINING & FEEDBACK
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Once you are signed up and completed your training job, you will receive full access to the staff portal.
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Your first training job will be arranged as close to your home as possible – we’ll send you available options to choose from.
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After each job, customers are asked to complete a feedback form.
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We have a UK-wide leaderboard ranking our top-performing butlers based on reviews and reliability.
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Bonuses, rewards, and competitions are run throughout the year for high-performing staff.
WHY WORK WITH US?
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We are the world’s largest butler company, offering the most consistent and high-quality work in the industry.
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More jobs go to butlers who commit regularly and perform well — we prioritise those who represent us consistently.
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Less work is offered to those working with multiple agencies — loyalty and professionalism are key.
We take pride in delivering the best service in the industry — and we reward butlers who uphold those standards with the best job opportunities.
NO TOUCHING POLICY
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We have a strict no-touching policy both ways — general touching during games is fine.
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If you are inappropriately touched multiple times and feel uncomfortable, inform the organiser.
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If it continues, you may leave and MUST report this to the office immediately.
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Use this phrase: “I’m sorry that’s not what I’m here for.”
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Incidents are rare, but we take them seriously.
You can view a full risk assessment here – please read: View here