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Housekeeper - Full Time

MAHLER PRIVATE STAFFING
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 9/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/30/2026

Housekeeper

Our client is a lovely family seeking an experienced Housekeeper to clean and care for their home.

The right candidate will bring prior experience in a refined private residence or similar household setting, along with excellent communication skills. You must be polished and professional, with the discretion and grace to interact comfortably in a formal private household environment. You must also be a collaborative team player.

Key duties include keeping the home beautifully clean and well organized, managing household laundry, assisting with routine maintenance, performing deep cleaning tasks and occasionally assisting with events.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for daily household chores, including vacuuming, dusting, floor care, and kitchen organization
  • Perform laundry and garment care, including washing, pressing, steaming, and caring for fine clothing and delicate fabrics
  • Pack and unpack luggage and prepare wardrobes for the principals' travel as requested
  • Assist with routine maintenance in and around the exterior of the residence
  • Help maintain a smooth daily operation and communicate proactively regarding household needs, preferences, or maintenance concerns
  • Work closely with the household team to ensure seamless coverage, consistent standards, and an orderly, guest-ready home
  • Assist with household inventories, supply management, and routine provisioning as needed
  • Assist with occasional hosting of guests in the residence

Qualifications

  • Prior experience in a similar private household or luxury hospitality environment (boutique hotel, yacht, etc.)
  • Excellent, verifiable references
  • Proven ability to take initiative, work independently, and collaborate effectively as part of a household team
  • Strong organizational skills, excellent standards, discretion, and a service-minded approach.
  • Must have strong English communication skills
  • Must be comfortable working in a home with dogs and children
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Compensation

  • Compensation ranges from $45 to $48 per hour, based on experience, and includes a benefits package with health insurance, paid time off, and paid holidays

Schedule

  • Generally, Tuesday through Saturday, 10am-6pm
  • Flexibility to start later and work evenings as needed

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Our Story:

Mahler Private Staffing works with America’s leading families to find experienced private domestic staffing professionals for their homes and family offices. We take a personalized approach and work to get to know our candidates as well as we know our clients, so we can make lasting, long-term placements.

Due to the overwhelming number of applicants, we regret that we are unable to provide individual responses. Rest assured that selected candidates will be personally contacted for further consideration. We would like to emphasize that there are no fees associated with the application process for applicants.

Salary : $45 - $48

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