United States
Housekeeper job (M/F) in Armonk, New York, USA
Job description
A friendly and welcoming family of four located in Armonk, New York is seeking a professional, mature, and long-term, Live-out Housekeeper with over 7+ years of experience.
The focus of this position is to meticulously manage household duties, assist with daily organization.
While the family maintains a relatively relaxed and warm home environment, they are seeking a candidate who brings exceptional professionalism, a strong work ethic, reliability, and high accountability to the position.
The ideal candidate takes their role seriously, can independently problem-solve, and communicates with respect and maturity.
Responsibilities
Housekeeping & Home Care
- Maintain the new residence in Irvington, NY (or starting in Armonk residence if not moved by start time) and keep in high standards of neatness and tidiness.
- Create a cleaning schedule/plan for daily, weekly and monthly cleaning
- Clean countertops, load/unload the dishwasher, wash pots and pans, and clean/maintain small appliances.
- Manage recycling, take out the garbage, perform light dusting, and handle general upkeep as required.
- Note: The family utilizes a deep-cleaning service bi-weekly; daily upkeep and tidiness are the focus of this role.
Laundry & Linens
- Manage the full laundry cycle for the family: wash, fold, and carefully put away clothing.
- Wash and change towels and bed linens routinely. Replenish all household supplies.
- Make up beds.
Groceries, Inventory, & Errands
- Create weekly shopping lists, complete grocery trips, unpack items, and maintain an organized pantry inventory.
- Perform external errands including dropping off/picking up dry cleaning and handling incoming packages.
- Shop for in season fruits & vegetables
- Take family vehicles for routine car washes and scheduled maintenance appointments.
Cooking & Meal Prep
- Plan, prepare, and organize healthy snacks and simple meals for the family and children as needed.
Requirements
- High-End Cleaning & Care: Execute thorough cleaning while exercising extreme care with high-end furnishings, custom millwork, delicate surfaces, and expensive artwork.
- Art & Furnishings Maintenance: Safely dust, clean, and preserve art, sculptures, and designer furniture using approved techniques and non-damaging, premium products.
- Proactive Estate Management: Actively identify and address messes, maintenance needs, or disorganization without waiting for direction.
- Systematic Execution: Follow strict care protocols, working systematically and independently to maintain an immaculate environment.
- Seasonal Produce Procurement: Select and purchase high-quality fruits and vegetables based on optimal seasonal availability.
- Proven Luxury Experience: Prior background working in high-end private residences containing valuable art collections and luxury finishes.
- Meticulous Eye for Detail: Exceptional precision in organizing, cleaning, and preserving home aesthetics.
- Professional Standards: Clean, professional appearance, polished demeanor, and utmost respect for employer privacy.
- Independent & Methodical: Self-starter who manages time efficiently and follows written and verbal instructions to the letter.
Work conditions
- Start Date: Mid-September
- Location: Armonk, NY (Westchester County)
- Schedule: Full-time schedule, Monday-Friday (approximately 45 hours/week)
- Standard Hours: Approximately 45 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
- Seasonal Schedule Shifts: Daily shift times adjust seasonally to align with the children' school and camp schedules:
- School Year (September–May): Typically, 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM or 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM, depending on the day of the week and specific after-school activities.
- Summer Months (June–August): Typically shifts earlier to 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM or 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM to align with summer camp schedules.
- Weekend Flexibility: On rare occasions, the family may request additional assistance on a Saturday or Sunday (e.g., when one parent is traveling out of town unexpectedly).
Salary
Specializing in providing staffing and recruiting solutions across diverse VIP Household industries and sectors. With over three decades of industry experience, I bring a wealth of expertise to the table. I am proud to hold both the ELAC and CSP certifications, validating my proficiency in employment law and staffing best practices.
My professional strengths encompass a wide range of areas, including VIP Household Staffing, HR consulting, executive search, customer relationship management (CRM), and technical recruiting. I am deeply passionate about connecting top talent with our clients, fostering enduring relationships grounded in trust and quality.
Moreover, I am actively involved in mentoring and guiding our clients & candidates who share our company's core values. Together, we prioritize people-centric approaches, strive for operational excellence, and embrace innovation to meet the evolving needs of our clients and the industry at large.
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