The Secret Staffing Resource Trusted by Leading Family Offices

If you manage hiring or lifestyle services for a high-net-worth family, this one's for you. Discover how Smart Sitting offers exclusive access to a referral-only household staffing solution trusted by some of the most discerning family offices in the country.

The Best-Kept Secret in Private Household Staffing

For Chiefs of Staff, Estate Managers & Family Office Professionals

Managing household staffing for a private family is a delicate balance: high standards, minimal margin for error, and zero time to waste. Whether you're sourcing a full-time nanny, a discreet personal assistant, or rotational estate staff, the hiring process can quickly become overwhelming — especially when you're relying on noisy platforms or impersonal recruiters.

At Smart Sitting, we understand what’s at stake. That’s why we offer more than just flexible, vetted childcare.

We offer a way in.

Introducing Bastian Staffing: Discreet, Referral-Only, Built for Family Offices

Smart Sitting quietly powers a high-touch, private division designed exclusively for complex households and family offices: Bastian Staffing.

It's referral-only.
It’s built for longevity and discretion.
And it's trusted by some of the most prominent families in New York, Los Angeles, Palm Beach, and beyond.

If you’ve struggled to source qualified, professional domestic staff — or you're looking for something above and beyond — this is your sign.

Why Private Family Offices Outsource Domestic Staffing

Here’s what makes Bastian different — and why top-tier family offices are quietly turning to us:

🔒 1. Say Goodbye to Marketplace Mayhem

No more sifting through inconsistent applications from gig-style platforms. Bastian offers fully managed recruiting, rigorous vetting, and curated matches that respect both the culture of the home and the complexity of the role.

🌍 2. Access to Candidates You Won’t Find Online

We maintain a national network of elite household professionals — many of whom are not listed anywhere publicly. From legacy nannies and estate couples to executive housekeepers and private chefs, our bench runs deep.

🧩 3. Designed for Complex Households

Bastian builds custom staffing plans for households with multiple properties, diverse needs, and evolving schedules. Whether you're supporting a multigenerational estate or a family in transition, we build with precision and care.

🤫 4. Built for Discretion

We don't blast your job posting. We quietly fill roles. Every search is handled with full confidentiality — and a deep respect for privacy and security.

How to Get In: Start with Smart Sitting

Bastian Staffing is referral-only, and the most common entry point is through Smart Sitting. If your family already works with us — or is exploring long-term care beyond traditional babysitting — we’ll connect you with our private staffing team when the time is right.

We keep our client roster small on purpose. That’s how we keep our standards high.

Looking for Support?

If you're a private office professional, estate manager, or chief of staff responsible for hiring household staff, we’d love to connect.

🔑 Reach out privately to janine@smartsitting.com
🌐 Or visit bastianstaffing.com to learn more

No noise. No drama. Just world-class staffing, done right.