Part|Time Housekeeper

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Qualifications
The ideal candidate must have experience working in upscale residences and clearly understand professional boundaries
Able to legally work in the U.S
Able to read, write, and speak fluent English
Professional demeanor and appearance
Prior experience in a similar position
Possess verifiable references
Child-friendly, the family includes two children, ages 3 and 5
Possess a sound knowledge of and ability to care for fine furnishings and delicate surfaces
Demonstrates honesty, integrity, discretion, and good judgment
Team player with a "no task too small" mentality; hardworking and detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Willing to accept instruction and conform to the principal's preferences
Discreet and respectful of employer's privacy; willing to sign a confidentiality agreement
Tech savvy and familiar with email, Smartphones, MS Office, and Smart Home systems
Energetic and in good health with the physical capabilities to perform the position's duties
Nonsmokers/vapers will be considered
Significant experience in housekeeping within luxury homes
Attention to detail and commitment to high standards
Mindfulness and respectfulness in interactions and duties
Clear understanding and adherence to professional boundaries
COVID vaccination required
Benefits
Compensation: $45-$55 per hour, on payroll
Benefits: monthly healthcare stipend
Paid vacation
Responsibilities
Ensure the overall cleanliness of the household
Manage household inventories and purchase necessary supplies, including groceries
Perform full-charge housekeeper responsibilities, including caring for fine furnishings, artwork, etc
Perform general cleaning of kitchen, baths, and bedrooms, including vacuuming and mopping floors, vacuuming furniture, carpeting and draperies, and dusting
Handle the daily graces (i.e., fresh towels in the bathrooms, making beds, wiping bathroom and kitchen counters, loading and unloading the dishwasher, etc.)
Empty trash and organize recycling
Clean inside windows, woodwork, etc
Execute periodic seasonal or deep-clean projects such as bookshelves, closets, storage areas, etc
Assist with laundry, including ironing of clothing and linens and care of fine garments
Organize and maintain closets and drawers as needed by the principals
Provide additional support as needed
Pet clean up: The family has two friendly Labrador Retrievers!
Schedule: two to three days per week, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Job description
Overview

We kindly request that you apply for this position ONLY if you meet the basic requirements stated in the job description.

Once you've submitted your application, our team will review it. If your experience closely aligns with the client's needs, we will be in touch. Please refrain from contacting us separately to express your interest in the role. We're a small and busy team; unfortunately, we can't reply to everyone who contacts us.

Thank you for understanding!

The DM Estate Staffing Team

Our client in Palo Alto, CA, seeks a highly experienced, mindful, and respectful Part-Time Housekeeper to maintain their large luxury home. The ideal candidate must have experience working in upscale residences and clearly understand professional boundaries.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Ensure the overall cleanliness of the household.
• Manage household inventories and purchase necessary supplies, including groceries.
• Perform full-charge housekeeper responsibilities, including caring for fine furnishings, artwork, etc.
• Perform general cleaning of kitchen, baths, and bedrooms, including vacuuming and mopping floors, vacuuming furniture, carpeting and draperies, and dusting.
• Handle the daily graces (i.e., fresh towels in the bathrooms, making beds, wiping bathroom and kitchen counters, loading and unloading the dishwasher, etc.)
• Empty trash and organize recycling.
• Clean inside windows, woodwork, etc.
• Execute periodic seasonal or deep-clean projects such as bookshelves, closets, storage areas, etc.
• Assist with laundry, including ironing of clothing and linens and care of fine garments.
• Organize and maintain closets and drawers as needed by the principals.
• Provide additional support as needed.
• Pet clean up: The family has two friendly Labrador Retrievers!

QUALIFICATIONS AND CHARACTER SKETCH:
• Able to legally work in the U.S.
• Able to read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Professional demeanor and appearance.
• Prior experience in a similar position.
• Possess verifiable references.
• Child-friendly, the family includes two children, ages 3 and 5.
• Possess a sound knowledge of and ability to care for fine furnishings and delicate surfaces.
• Demonstrates honesty, integrity, discretion, and good judgment.
• Team player with a "no task too small" mentality; hardworking and detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Willing to accept instruction and conform to the principal's preferences.
• Discreet and respectful of employer's privacy; willing to sign a confidentiality agreement.
• Tech savvy and familiar with email, Smartphones, MS Office, and Smart Home systems.
• Energetic and in good health with the physical capabilities to perform the position's duties.
• Nonsmokers/vapers will be considered.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Significant experience in housekeeping within luxury homes.
• Attention to detail and commitment to high standards.
• Mindfulness and respectfulness in interactions and duties.
• Clear understanding and adherence to professional boundaries.
• COVID vaccination required.

HOURS AND TERMS:
• Compensation: $45-$55 per hour, on payroll
• Schedule: two to three days per week, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
• Benefits: monthly healthcare stipend
• Paid vacation Read more