Housekeeper needed for a prominent family in Manhattan, NY! (Starting Salary: $45/hour + full benefits)!

Full-charge and experienced housekeeper with excellent communication skills needed for a prominent family in Manhattan, NY! MUST have at least five years of experience with a private family and be able to work with other housekeepers.

Key Responsibilities*

Please find your primary responsibilities outlined below:

Household Cleaning

• Ensure all aspects of the property are clean and maintained
• Clean throughout the house (daily and deep clean): vacuuming, mopping, dusting and wiping surfaces, cleaning bathrooms, wiping windows, etc.
• Wash dishes, load/unload dishwasher, wipe down countertops and appliances 
• Clean appliances as needed 
• Tidy all rooms to ensure items are neatly stored and clean 
• Clean and organize refrigerator, check and restock household supplies as needed
• Report damage, stains, or unusual activity to the lead housekeeper or assistant
• Conduct home organizational projects as needed
• Put out trash/recycling bins and return 

Supplies

• Order and shop for supplies, groceries, and toiletries as needed
• Record and file receipts for petty cash and household credit card
• Maintain household inventories of various supplies 
• Run errands as needed

Deliveries

• Bring in, make note of, and unpack household deliveries as requested
• Organize returns as needed

Laundry & Clothing Care

• Manage all laundry, hand washing, and ironing/steaming
• Ensure linens are laundered and changed weekly  
• Folding and organizing drawers and closets 
• Manage the wardrobes and closets, keeping them organized and neat
• Organize dry cleaning as appropriate, and arrange collections and drop-offs (take to dry cleaners as needed)

Contractors & Vendors

• Meet contractors and vendors and oversee maintenance appointments when necessary
• Check all items in the home are in good working order and report problems to the assistant

Family Assistance 

• Monitor deliveries and arrange returns
• Sort mail, separating junk
• Flag any unexpected visitors when principals are not in residence
• Assist with packing/unpacking for their travels

Cooking 

• Light meal prep
• Assist if needed during family gatherings

Guest Arrival Assistance

• Prepare living spaces and guest rooms to the principals’ specifications for their or guest arrival
• Help with gathering setup and breakdown (e.g. for dinner parties, birthday parties, etc.)
• Assist during the event by ensuring guests have everything they need

Pet Care (not often as dogs are typically in California)

• Walk the dog/s as needed
• Clean and fill dog bowls
• Monitor pet food, treats, and related supplies and communicate shortages before items run out

Email your resume to colonialagency@gmail.com