What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeper - Tribeca position at Maison D'Enfants?
Part-Time Weekend Housekeeper (Friday to Sunday) required for a Tribeca family with 3 daughters starting ASAP. Specific duties to be negotiated with the family, but in general, you will be responsible for handling the daily upkeep for all household tidying/cleaning/organizing, laundry/ironing, grocery inventory/shopping and family meals. Someone who loves kids and is open to providing an extra set of hands to the nannie/s as needed is desired. An organized, proactive and discreet individual who thrives in an active and fast paced environment will be a strong match for this family. This role requires someone who anticipates needs and solves problems before and enjoys keeping a routine cleaning schedule of all areas. The ideal candidate has worked in partnership with a family nanny/household team in prior roles and understands the demands of a busy household with two working parents.
The candidate should be a team player and the candidate must be flexible to support the family as needed with additional hours - including travel to the Hamptons and earlier/longer days.
Location: Tribeca, NYC travel (Hamptons - live-in)
Start date: ASAP
Days/times: Family are open to guaranteeing up to 35 hours per week across Friday through Sunday depending on candidate preference (ideal schedule is all day Friday or Friday evening through Sunday evening coverage). Ability to flex as needed for travel, earlier/later days and supporting the FT, mid week Housekeeper is highly preferred.
Children: 3 daughters (born 2021/2023/2024)
Conditions: $35 - $38 per hour* (paid as W2 employee) plus health care stipend, sick/personal/vacation days *dependent on experience and other considerations. The family is open to discussions surrounding the final compensation package for their preferred candidate.
For further consideration, applicants must possess the following:
- Authorization to work in the US
- A minimum of 3 years experience as a housekeeper, 5 years preferred
- An understanding of managing a household with children
- Exceptional references that attest to strong communication skills, reliability, punctuality and professionalism.
- Ability to commit for a minimum of 2 years for all permanent positions
- A professional appearance
- A flexible schedule and ability to support the family outside of NYC
- Readiness to help with all housekeeping and all related tasks
- Interest and experience in providing healthy, home cooked meals and snacks for the family (beyond the basics)
- Demonstrates professionalism and discretion at all times, reflecting the high standards and values prioritized by the family
- Fluency in both oral and written English
Salary : $35 - $38