Household staff salaries in Switzerland (2026)
These indicative gross annual ranges provide a reference for international families hiring in Zurich, Geneva, Zug and Swiss resort locations. Experience, languages, live in arrangements, travel and the number of residences influence the final package.
Estate Manager
CHF 120'000 to 220'000 gross per year. Multi residence responsibility, staff leadership and budget ownership place experienced profiles toward the top of the range.
Butler or Majordome
CHF 90'000 to 160'000 gross per year. Formal training, service depth, languages and regular travel increase the level.
Private Chef
CHF 90'000 to 170'000 gross per year. Fine dining experience, dietary expertise, entertaining and travel support the upper range.
Nanny or Governess
CHF 75'000 to 140'000 gross per year. Educational qualifications, languages, infant experience and travel shape the package.
Private Personal Assistant
CHF 90'000 to 160'000 gross per year. The upper range applies where private and business matters, several locations or chief of staff duties meet.
Head Housekeeper
CHF 75'000 to 120'000 gross per year. Team leadership and proven care of fine interiors, art and wardrobes raise the figure.
Security Driver or Close Protection
CHF 85'000 to 160'000 gross per year. Relevant licences, secure driving, close protection training and international travel affect the range.
Indicative market ranges, updated June 2026, provide orientation. A specific hire requires an individual salary assessment.