Role: Part-Time Private Housekeeper | Upper West Side, NYC
Salary: $40-$55 per hour, depending on experience
Location: Upper West Side, Manhattan, New York City
Working Schedule: Part-time, with a variable schedule based on the principal’s travel.
When the principal is travelling: One visit per week, typically 4-6 hours, to maintain the apartment and ensure it is ready for his return.
When the principal is in New York: Usually one week per month, with approximately 2-3 shifts during that week, typically 4-8 hours per shift, depending on his needs.
The schedule is flexible rather than fixed, with up to two weeks’ notice of travel dates where possible.
Start Date: ASAP
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced, highly discreet Private Housekeeper to care for the residence of a senior executive in Manhattan’s Upper West Side. This position is suited to a polished, detail-oriented professional with a background in luxury private households or five-star hospitality, who understands the standards of service expected in a high-profile executive residence.
The role involves maintaining the apartment to an impeccable standard while the principal travels internationally, ensuring the residence is organised and ready for his return. When he is in New York, responsibilities become more personalised, including assisting with unpacking following international travel, expert ironing and wardrobe organisation, maintaining the principal’s private living spaces, and preparing a light breakfast as required.
The ideal candidate is naturally proactive, observant, and attentive to detail, with the ability to anticipate needs without direction. Exceptional garment care, a professional and composed manner, and absolute discretion are essential. The principal typically spends approximately one week per month in New York, so the schedule varies according to his travel plans.
Candidate Requirements
- Previous experience in a luxury private household or high-end hospitality environment.
- Excellent garment care, ironing, and wardrobe management skills, including tailored clothing and delicate fabrics.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a proactive, anticipatory approach to service.
- Discreet, trustworthy, professional, and reliable.
- Comfortable working independently and adapting to a variable schedule.
- Flexible regarding occasional early-morning arrivals and changing travel dates.
- Strong professional references.
Role Responsibilities
- Maintain the apartment during the principal’s absence through light housekeeping, dusting, surface care, airing the residence, and maintaining the balcony and outdoor plants.
- Ensure the apartment is immaculate, fresh, and prepared ahead of the principal’s return.
- Assist with unpacking after international travel, organising clothing, ironing, and maintaining the wardrobe throughout his stay.
- Maintain the principal’s bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and living areas to exceptional standards.
- Attend to finer details, including bathroom presentation, shower glass, fresh hand towels, and general organisation.
- Prepare a light breakfast when required.
- Keep the kitchen tidy and ensure dishes are cleaned after use.
- Anticipate household needs and maintain a consistently high standard of personalised service while respecting the principal’s privacy.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate of $40-$55, depending on experience.
- Opportunity to work in a private executive residence in Manhattan.
- A position for a discreet, polished professional who takes pride in anticipating the principal’s needs and maintaining the highest standards of private household service.
- Cleaning supplies and equipment provided.
- Part-time engagement that may suit an experienced housekeeper seeking a flexible additional placement.
To apply for this role, please send your CV to: jana@achievehospitality.com
