About the role
Overview
Private principals seek an extremely professional and experienced live-in Executive Housekeeper. Expect standard full-time hours for most of the year, with increased hours that include weekends and longer days during busier periods (likely summer months and possibly during holiday periods). There will likely be travel between various locations, including Massachusetts, NY and Europe.
The successful candidate will manage all aspects of housekeeping and property care for high-end private residences, with particular attention to the proper handling of fine finishes, antiques, and decorative objects. The candidate will report directly to the principals and/or the estate manager.
Responsibilities
- Maintain the residence to five-star standards, including daily, weekly, and seasonal cleaning schedules
- Handle and care for fine finishes: hardwood, stone, marble, gilded surfaces, lacquer, and hand-painted or upholstered furniture, using appropriate products and techniques for each
- Care for antiques, silver, porcelain, and decorative objects, including proper polishing, handling, and storage protocols
- Manage linens: proper laundering, pressing, and rotation of fine bed and table linens
- Oversee inventory of household goods, china, glassware, and supplies
- Assist with online sales of household items (listing, photographing, packing, coordinating shipment) as needed
- Coordinate with vendors (housekeeping suppliers, dry cleaners, restoration specialists) as needed
- Prepare the home for owner arrivals and guest visits, including seasonal opening/closing of the property
- Supervise or coordinate with additional household staff as needed
- Maintain strict confidentiality and discretion at all times
- Travel between properties, both domestically and internationally
- Some light cooking for the principals
Requirements
- 5+ years experience as an executive housekeeper in a high-net-worth private residence
- Demonstrated knowledge of fine finish care (wood, stone, textiles, metals)
- Experience handling valuable antiques and collectibles
- Computer savvy; comfortable with email, basic online listing platforms, and household management apps
Fluent English speaker
Even-tempered, open to constructive feedback, and professional under pressure
Willing and able to travel, if possible
Impressive and verifiable references
- Valid, clean driver's license and a confident driver
- Flexibility for seasonal Hamptons schedule (heavier summer presence)
- Legally authorized to work in the US
- Must be able to flex with the schedule - working longer days and weekends over busier periods, shorter days during quieter times
- Child and pet friendly!
Salary and Benefits
From $50-$65/hr, depending on experience
Benefits package and 401K
Generous vacation policy