What are the responsibilities and job description for the KH230 - Part-Time or Full-Time Executive Housekeeper - Upper East Side, NY position at British American Household Staffing?
Overview
A mature private couple is seeking a part-time or full-time executive housekeeper for their secondary residence in New York City on the Upper East Side. The couple visits about twice per month for a few days at a time, during which the candidate will need to be fully flexible to work longer days, including weekend days if applicable. They are open to guaranteeing 40 hours per week for an exceptional candidate. The schedule will vary but will guarantee a minimum of 32 hours per week, typically Monday through Thursday unless the couple is in town over the weekend. This is a formal household with high-end furnishings, art, and antiques. There will be no other staff in the home unless the principals are in town visiting, when the chef will accompany them.
Responsibilities
When the couple is not in residence:
- Maintenance and deep cleaning of a high-end home
- Accepting mail or packages
- Running simple errands
When the couple is in residence additional responsibilities include:
- Assisting the chef in serving and clean-up at dinner parties or hosting guests when they are in town
- Working in coordination with the principals to prepare for their arrivals
- Laundry and ironing
Qualifications
The ideal candidate is smart, detail-oriented, and discreet, with a flexible and proactive personality
Requirements
- Dog-friendly (the family has several small dogs so the housekeeper must be comfortable interacting with them)
- Extremely detail-oriented, meticulous, and professional
- Up-to-date COVID vaccine (ideal)
- Within commuting distance to the Upper East side
- Minimum of 5 years experience working as a housekeeper in private homes
Salary and Benefits
$40-$45/ hourly DOE standard benefits (sick days, holidays, PTO)
Medical insurance reimbursement will be offered after 90 days
Salary : $40 - $45