A busy individual in Manhattan (Upper East Side) is seeking an experienced and dedicated full-time housekeeper to join their household team. This role involves maintaining a clean and organized home for a principal and four children, who are in residence 50% of the time. The housekeeper will work closely with one other full-time housekeeper to ensure all household needs are met efficiently. This position offers the flexibility of being live-in or live-out, depending on the candidate’s preference.
Responsibilities:
- Perform daily cleaning and deep housekeeping tasks to maintain a pristine home environment.
- Manage all household laundry, including washing, ironing, folding, and closet organization.
- Greet and oversee vendors, accept deliveries, and handle household errands.
- Stock household supplies and groceries, ensuring inventory is well-maintained.
- Prepare meals for the family during times they are all together.
- Assist the principal with various tasks and provide support to the children as needed.
- Utilize and manage household technology efficiently.
- Accommodate a flexible schedule, adjusting to the family's needs when children are in residence.
- Travel to the Hamptons during the summer, as required.
Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic, excellent time management skills, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities. A friendly, flexible, and team-oriented approach is essential. The candidate should have:
- Experience working in a household with children.
- Comfort with cooking and meal preparation.
- Confidence in using household technology and managing tasks independently.
- A willingness to help out wherever needed to support the family and the household team.
Position Details:
- Location: Upper East Side – Manhattan, NY
- Schedule: 60 hours guaranteed weekly, although some weeks may be less. Wednesday through Sunday, 7AM start when kids are there, 9AM start when kids are not there until about 7PM.
- Living Arrangements: Live-in or live-out, depending on candidate preference.
- Travel: Some summer travel to the Hamptons may be required.
- Duration: Indefinite
What Works Best for the Family:
- A housekeeper who is motivated, adaptable, and has excellent common sense.
- Someone with a warm personality and the ability to motivate others.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a hardworking, team-oriented professional to join a dynamic household in a long-term capacity.
$30 to $35 per hour, plus 20 hours of OT pay
Pay ends up being around $2100 to $2500 per week
