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Butler

OFO Code: 515202

Last checked 3 October 2026

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1. Occupation identity

OFO code
515202
Occupation
Butler
Classification
OFO 2021
Major group
SERVICE AND SALES WORKERS
Unit group
5152 · Domestic Housekeepers

Official description
Domestic housekeepers organize, supervise and carry out housekeeping functions in private households with or without the support of subordinate staff.

More official OFO detail
  • Making beds, cleaning bathrooms, supplying towels, soap and related items
  • Sweeping or vacuum-cleaning, washing and polishing floors, furniture and other fixtures
  • Controlling storage and issue of supplies
  • Purchasing or controlling the purchase of supplies
  • Cleaning kitchens and generally helping with kitchen work, including dishwashing
  • Assisting in cases of minor injury or illness by performing tasks such as taking temperature, giving medicine, putting g on bandages
  • Preparing and cooking meals, setting and clearing tables and serving food and beverages
  • Taking care of household pets and plants, receiving visitors, answering telephones, delivering messages and shopping for groceries
  • Supervising workers employed in households as domestic staff

2. Demand status

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8. Next steps — official links

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