Compensation: $30 per hour, plus OT and full medical benefits, PTO, and 401K
Schedule: Full flexibility in schedule is required.
When family is in residence: 5 days including some weekends and holidays, 45-55 hours a week
Otherwise, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
New York based private family with a formal, fully staffed home seeks a hard-working, responsible, and trustworthy housekeeper. The successful candidate will have, among other characteristics, excellent cleanliness standards, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently. The Housekeeper will report to, and work closely with the Leadership Team as well as directly with the Principals.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Daily cleaning, dusting, mopping, polishing, and washing.
Laundry and ironing and/or sending out dry cleaning.
Some light cooking and serving.
Running errands.
Receiving packages and maintaining a delivery log.
Greeting family and guests upon arrival.
Occasionally assisting with childcare for two pre-school age children.
Performing other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
Must have at least 5 years of experience working as a housekeeper for a high-profile employer always ensuring 5-star service.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of cleaning products and their application/use on museum quality furniture and various surfaces.
Knowledge of caring for fine garments: handwashing, ironing, stain removal and steam-pressing.
Able to prepare simple meals.
Planning and organizational skills for closets, cabinets, and other storage spaces.
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Ambitious and hard-working; goes the extra mile.
Hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves approach.
Meticulous attention to detail.
Able to balance and accommodate shifting priorities in schedules, demands and requirements.
Trustworthy and discrete, specifically as relates to confidential business and family information.
Reliable team player with strong interpersonal skills.
Exhibits positive attitude.
Given regular daily interaction with staff and others, highly personable, diplomatic, respectful, cooperative, adaptable, and poised.
