What are the responsibilities and job description for the Airbnb / Short-Term Rental Cleaner (Contract) position at Kale Properties?
Compensation: Flat rate of $120 per completed turnover clean. (With turnovers typically taking 1 to 3 hours).
Employment Type: Independent Contractor (1099)
Job Summary
Kale Properties LLC is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Independent Cleaning Contractor to manage the turnover cleaning for our vacation rental in Bayfield. This property is a 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo totaling 950 square feet. Because this is a short-term rental property, consistency, speed, and an eye for presentation are critical.
This position is ideal for established solo cleaners or local cleaning businesses looking to add a predictable, high-paying property to their weekly schedule. You will have full autonomy over your methods, provided the property meets our premium guest readiness standards after every stay. Turnovers must be completed during the checkout/check-in window between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
Responsibilities
As an independent contractor, you will be fully responsible for the complete presentation of the condo, including:
- Full Turnover Cleaning: Deep clean and sanitize the kitchen, bathroom, living areas, and all 3 bedrooms according to short-term rental standards.
- Linen & Laundry Management: Wash, dry, and replace all sheets, pillowcases, and towels (either using the in-unit machines or your preferred off-site method).
- Guest Staging: Arrange decorative items, throw pillows, and towels neatly to match the listing photos so the condo feels welcoming upon guest arrival.
- Post-Clean Documentation: Take photos of each room after the cleaning and staging are complete to verify the condo is guest-ready.
- Restocking Essentials: Replenish guest amenities (soap, shampoo, toilet paper, paper towels, coffee supplies) from the locked owner’s supply closet.
- Damage & Supply Reporting: Conduct a quick visual inspection upon arrival and report any guest damage, maintenance issues, or low supply stock immediately via text/photo.
- Trash Removal: Collect all trash and recycling from the unit and dispose of it in the designated complex dumpsters.
Pay: $40.00 - $120.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have specifically cleaning short-term vacation rentals (such as Airbnb or VRBO)?
- Turnovers must be completed strictly within the checkout/check-in window of 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Are you consistently available to clean during this timeframe, including Sundays?
- Do you understand and agree that this is an Independent Contractor (1099) position paid at a strict flat rate of $120 per completed turnover, and you will be responsible for your own taxes?
- This contract requires you to take and send verification photos of every room from your smartphone after each clean. Are you willing and able to comply with this requirement?
- As an independent contractor, are you able to provide your own cleaning equipment (vacuum, mop, etc.) and all necessary cleaning chemicals/supplies for every turnover?
Location:
- Bayfield, WI 54814 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Bayfield, WI 54814 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40 - $120