Overview

A private household is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual for a full-time housekeeping position based on the Upper East Side. 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. When the family isn’t there, shifts are flexible. When the family is there, shifts begin at 5:30am. Candidates must be able to commute to the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Punctuality and on-site availability are essential for this role. There are 4 properties within a 2-block radius that will need service on a weekly basis. Must have a teamwork mentality as the candidate to hire will be working alongside others. There are 4 properties within a 2-block radius. The main property is 2 floors with 9 bathrooms (several of those are half baths). Across the block is a 1 bed/1 bath. Around the corner in the same building is 1 bedroom with 2 full baths and a studio. This role is very flexible for most of the year, as the principals do not spend a lot of time in those properties. But when they do, the shift starts early as aforementioned (5:30am) with quick turnaround.

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.
• Ability to travel, if required.
• Speak both English & Spanish
• Can move fast–high turnover especially in the mornings
• Comfortable around dogs as the principal has 3 small dogs but they likely won't be in residence at their Manhattan property, nevertheless, there may be times of being around the dogs and even some petcare

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)