Job Description

Part-Time High-End Park Avenue Housekeeper Needed – April Start Date
Location: Manhattan, NY
Start Date: Early April

A warm and welcoming family is seeking a professional and experienced Part-Time High-End Housekeeper to manage daily cleaning and household responsibilities with precision, care, and a flexible approach. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented, adaptable, and takes pride in maintaining a well-organized and polished home.

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive cleaning and housekeeping to maintain a spotless, organized home.
• Understand and care for formal home materials, such as antiques, carpets, and specialty surfaces, using appropriate cleaning techniques and products.
• Manage household laundry, including washing, ironing, and caring for delicate items. Sheets and shirts are sent out for professional laundering.
• Communicate with dry cleaners, shoe repair services, and manage errands related to household needs.
• Monitor and restock cleaning supplies, ensuring the home is always well-equipped.
• Assist in light food preparation, such as washing produce after grocery shopping.
• Polish silver, set the table, and supervise wait staff during Jewish holiday gatherings or dinners. Ensure meals are properly plated, dishes are warmed, and finishing touches are completed.
• Be comfortable around a small dog, occasionally brought over by the family’s daughter.

Schedule

• Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, with flexibility to adjust hours as needed.
  • The candidate may leave earlier if cleaning is completed ahead of schedule or come later when necessary.
  • Must be available to extend hours occasionally, such as afternoons or evenings when the family is entertaining.

Ideal Candidate

• Experienced in formal homes and knowledgeable about high-end cleaning techniques and proper product use.
• Takes initiative, anticipates needs, and works efficiently without constant direction.
• Warm, personable, and has a great sense of humor.
• Flexible and willing to adapt to changing schedules with notice. 
• Intelligent, resourceful, and exercises great common sense.
• Loves dogs and is comfortable in a pet-friendly environment.
• Skilled in light cooking (not required to cook regularly but able to assist principal when needed).

Additional Perks

• Training will be provided by the current housekeeper to ensure a smooth transition.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

If you are a skilled housekeeper with a proactive and warm demeanor, we would love to hear from you!

Position Requirements:

• Languages: English (Excellent communication in English is key)
• Experience:At least 05 Yearsof Experience working in a similar role in a private home
• References: Minimum of 2 References
• Background:Pass stringent background checks and drug testing upon offer of hire
• Personality Traits:Kind-hearted, professional, reliable, mature, proactive, detailed, self-directed, positive, ability to work independently, engaging, and easygoing.

Position Compensation:

• Salary: $35-40+/hour, DOE, on payroll, Negotiable for the right candidate
• Living Accommodations: Live Out
• Vacation PTO

To Apply: Please submit your resume and a brief introduction letter highlighting your relevant experience.

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