About the role
Overview
A wonderful family of four living on the Upper East Side, is seeking an experienced housekeeper. This position is part-time and the schedule will be Tuesday and Thursday with six-hour days; either 7am-1pm or 8am-2pm. The family also includes two well-behaved dogs, a Labrador and a Dachshund. They require full housekeeping for their apartment, which should be done pro-actively and to a high standard, following the household's already established routine and systems.
Responsibilities
Full household cleaning and upkeep of a three-bedroom, three-bathroom apartment
Dusting thoroughly throughout
Ensure the bathrooms are thoroughly cleaned and towels changed
Ensure the kitchen surfaces are cleaned as well as appliances
Empty the trash
- Restock as supplies run low including keeping the refrigerator stocked to their requirements
- Silverware is hand washed and silver and copper is polished
- Attention to detail - moving furniture to clean behind and underneath to ensure nothing is overlooked
- The apartment has wallpapered rooms, antique wool rugs, natural stone, and good linens, the candidate should have prior knowledge and experience on how to care for each area
- No cooking or childcare is required.
Qualifications
- Comfortable working with a principal working from home, the candidate must be able to move through the apartment quietly
- Previous experience working in homes with delicate furnishings
Requirements
Must be organized and detail orientated in their work
Works autonomously and pro-actively
- Must be discrete and reliable
- The family are wanting a candidate to stay with them for many years
- This is a pet friendly household and the candidate must be comfortable working around dogs
Salary and Benefits
$40-$45/ hour (DOE)