Overview
A busy Manhattan family relocating to Manhasset, New York at the end of July or first week of August is seeking an experienced part-time housekeeper to join their household. Both parents work full time and have three young children, making a reliable, detail-oriented housekeeper who can bring calm and order to an active home essential to the family’s daily life. This is a part-time role running approximately 25 hours per week across 2 to 3 days. The scope of the position includes general cleaning and tidying, laundry, and occasional simple family-style meal preparation 2 to 3 days per week. Deep cleaning is not required, as the family uses a separate crew for periodic deep cleans. The ideal candidate will be self-sufficient, thorough, and comfortable working in a home with young children. The family is warm, grounded, and professional, and is looking for someone who takes pride in maintaining a beautiful home and can integrate seamlessly into their household. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced housekeeper seeking a stable, well-compensated part-time position with a growing family in a lovely suburban environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform thorough general cleaning and tidying of all common living areas, bedrooms, bathrooms, and kitchen
- Manage household laundry including washing, drying, folding, steaming/ironing (as needed) and putting away for all family members.
- Maintain cleanliness and order throughout the home on an ongoing basis across scheduled days
- Prepare simple, family-style meals (dinners only) as needed; cooking does not need to be elaborate but should be wholesome and family appropriate
- Coordinate with the family regarding any household supply needs or scheduling considerations
- Work efficiently and independently without day-to-day direction
Qualifications
- 5 years of professional housekeeping experience, ideally in a private household setting
- Demonstrated experience with household laundry care, including delicate fabrics and care label adherence
- Comfortable and experienced working in a home with young children
- Basic family-style cooking ability
- Self-directed, reliable, and highly organized
- Warm and professional demeanor
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of private household experience
- Valid United States work authorization
- Strong, verifiable professional references
- Must be comfortable around a small dog
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