Overview
A private household is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual for a full-time housekeeping position in Northern Westchester County, NY. The candidate must live within a 30-45 minute maximum commute to Northern Westchester. Punctuality and on-site availability are essential for this role. This role requires a high degree of flexibility, reliability, and discretion, with responsibilities centered around maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and organization in a private household setting. The ideal candidate will have a highly flexible schedule and be available to work 5–6 days per week. Shifts will rotate and may include morning and evening hours. Sample shift times include:• 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM• 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM• 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
When the family isn’t there, shifts are flexible. The property is over 10,000 sq. feet with 10 bathrooms.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform deep cleaning of all household areas, ensuring impeccable standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Manage heavy laundry loads, including care for linens, delicate couture garments, and fine fabrics. Knowledge of fabric care, stain removal, and garment preservation is essential.
- Provide evening turndown service, maintaining a welcoming and restful environment in bedrooms.
- Assist with household organization and support general upkeep tasks as needed.
- Maintain discretion and professionalism at all times while working in a private home.
- Be available and willing to travel with the family on occasion, providing housekeeping support while traveling.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in high-end residential housekeeping or similar professional setting.
- Excellent knowledge of cleaning techniques, fabric care, and laundry best practices.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining a pristine environment.
- Flexibility in schedule and ability to adapt to changing needs.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Ability to travel, if required.
- Speak both English & Spanish
- Can move fast–high turnover especially in the mornings
- Comfortable with dog care as there are 3 small dogs in the household
Salary and Benefits
- $45/hour
- Full time employees are covered under the group medical/dental/vision plan plus 401K
- Full time employees are eligible for two weeks of vacation each calendar year (pro-rated)
