Chauffeur

The main purpose of employing a chauffeur is to transport their employer and any passengers to and from their destination in a safe, comfortable and efficient manner. This could include the office, airport, restaurant, theatre, shopping and events, as well as taking the children to and from school, and any activities they attend.

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As a chauffeur, you need to be courteous, polite and professional. Equally, conversations that take place between your employers and any guests travelling, must be kept confidential at all times. You should not intervene or engage in conversation unless requested to do so and to be mindful of language used.  

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You are expected to have excellent geographical knowledge and be able to use maps to ascertain best route, and equally, satellite navigation systems to get you from A to B.  There will be times when your employer's plans will change last minute, so you need to remain calm and unwavered with requests and instructions to drive somewhere being honoured during your working day, whether it is picking up the dry cleaning to additional errands independent of the employer.  

 

Chauffeurs require high standards of grooming and hygiene, and are usually required to wear a uniform, especially when employed in a more formal household and for special events.  A smart suit, however, is acceptable for most positions in private residence, it just depends on what your employer requests.  Normally, the employer will cover the cost of the uniform, or provide an allowance.

 

It is the chauffeur's responsibility to ensure the vehicle is properly maintained with all legal documentation up-to-date, as well as ensure it is immaculately clean inside and out.