Family with main residence in Upper West Side of NYC is seeking an experienced, organized, and detail-oriented full-time housekeeper who will efficiently clean and manage 6,000 square foot semi-formal duplex. Schedule is on Tuesday – Saturday or Wednesday – Sunday at 40 hours per week (shifts vary between 8am-4pm, 9am-5pm, 10am-6pm). Flexibility with scheduling is required. Flexibility with advanced notice is required to very occasionally travel to home in Southampton, New York. The ability to work around the family’s schedule while at the same time cleaning and organizing in an efficient manner is important. Applicants need to be honest, trustworthy, understand the importance of maintaining discretion (confidentiality agreement required), collaborative to work with domestic employees (e.g., housekeepers, private chef, driver, etc.), experienced working with principals that are around residence (discreet and staying out of the way is important), adept at organizing, have common sense, detail oriented with the know-how to thoroughly deep clean, knowledgeable with cleaning various surfaces and artwork, experienced assisting with entertaining, picking up groceries, coordinating with dry cleaners, run errands, bring in/organize packages and skilled with laundry and linen care. Candidates must be comfortable working around children, dog and cat. Candidates with many years of private full-time housekeeper experience working in large square footage residence is required. Uniform is required and provided (e.g., khaki pants, white golf shirt, apron, indoor shoes, no perfume or fragrances, no jewelry, etc.). This is a newly created position for growing domestic team. Family is open to local candidates and domestic relocations. Start date is flexible for the right candidate.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Cleaning and organization of 6,000 square foot duplex
- Sweep, scrub, mop, and polish floors
- Vacuum carpets, rugs, and draperies
- Dust and polish furniture
- Maintain artwork, fine furniture, and specialty items
- Clean metal fixtures and fittings
- Empty and clean trash containers
- Clean wash basins, mirrors, tubs and showers
- Wipe down glass surfaces
- Wipe down refrigerators, wine fridge, mini fridges, ice makers, etc.
- Make up beds and change linens
- Pack and unpack principals and children for travel as requested
- Keep cleaning supply and household inventory
- Laundry for clothing and linens (sort, wash, fold, etc.)
- Iron clothing and linens as needed (sheets and clothing)
- Maintain all cleaning equipment and materials in a safe and sanitary working condition
- Monitor and report necessary domestic repairs and replacements
- Wash dishes and clean kitchen
- Clean appliances
- Manage dry cleaning, dry cleaning inventory, and inspect clothing and linens upon return
- Run errands (e. g., dry cleaner, seamstress, florist, drop off donations, etc.)
- Receive deliveries, unpack and organize incoming packages
- Clean entryway of home
- Care for indoor plants
- Polish silver
- Assistance with entertaining (e.g., preparation for event, helping during event, clean up, etc.)
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Understand the importance of maintaining discretion (confidentiality agreement is required)
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions
- Technology proficient (e. g., email and text messages for communication, etc.)
- Physical stamina and mobility including ability to reach, climb stairs, kneel, and bend
- Professional with positive attitude, hard working, and pleasant to be around
- Collaborative to work with domestic staff and team player
- Active and fit
- Discreet and calm demeanor
- Non-smoker
REQUIREMENTS:
- 5-10+ years of recent and consistent full-time housekeeper experience
- 2-3+ references from domestic positions
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Fluent in English (verbal and written communication)
- Driver’s license and clean driving record
- Willing to run extensive background checks, motor vehicle checks, drug tests, and psychological evaluation
- Seeking longevity / long term commitment (e.g., at least 2-5+ years)
- Live a commutable proximity to family’s residence in Upper West Side of NYC or willingness to relocate
- Comfortable with children, dog and cat
COMPENSATION:
- $120K+ gross annual salary (based on experience and qualifications)
- Gross monthly health insurance stipend (independent policy required for reimbursement)
- PTO
- Six government holidays paid
- New Year’s Day
- Memorial Day
- Labor Day
- Independence Day
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas
- Sick days paid
- Discretionary annual bonus and raise (performance evaluation required)
Please read the job description carefully and kindly apply with your cover letter, resume, references (email address and phone number), letter(s) of recommendation, and professional photo if you meet all of the requirements. We look forward to hearing from you!