Head Housekeeper (HNW Family) at Society Staffing

Head Housekeeper (HNW Family)

Division: Domestic

Req ID: R4546063124

Location: New York City, NY 10019

Salary: $45 – $50 per hour 
 

Schedule: Full-time; 5 days per week with travel required one day per week to Larchmont, NY. Mainly Monday – Friday with the flexibility to work occasional weekends. 

Hours: 40 hours guaranteed 
Compensation: Competitive; based on experience, with potential for benefits

Position Summary:
An experienced and detail-oriented Executive Housekeeper is needed to oversee the cleanliness, organization, and maintenance of two large apartments in New York City and a private home in Larchmont, NY, for a private family. This role requires flexibility, exceptional organizational skills, and hands-on support in all aspects of household care, including working collaboratively with other household staff.

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional Executive Housekeeper to join a private household, bringing a proactive, meticulous approach to ensure the family’s residences are consistently maintained to the highest standard.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. NYC Residences (4 Days Per Week)

• Main Apartment: Responsible for the daily upkeep and organization of a 4-bedroom apartment for the principals. This will be the primary location, requiring a minimum of 3 days per week.
• Second Apartment: Oversee the cleaning and maintenance of the son’s smaller apartment, including all cleaning duties and maintaining a pet-friendly environment for the resident cat. Regular visits at least 1 day per week.
• Detailed Cleaning: Perform deep cleaning tasks on a scheduled basis for both apartments, including windows, floors, high-touch surfaces, and delicate items.
• Laundry & Linen Management: Launder, iron, and manage household linens with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring they are well-kept and stored appropriately.
• Inventory Management: Maintain and replenish household supplies, cleaning products, and other essentials for both apartments, ensuring they are stocked and organized.

2. Larchmont Residence (1 Day Per Week)

• Collaboration with Housekeeper: Work alongside the full-time housekeeper to ensure consistent care and standards of cleanliness.
• Oversight and Inspection: Perform inspections to ensure high standards of cleanliness are maintained, addressing any areas that may require attention.
• Supply Coordination: Assist with coordinating and managing household supplies and inventory specific to the Larchmont residence.

Key Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar Executive Housekeeper role for private families or high-end residences.
• References: Strong references required from previous employers verifying work quality, reliability, and integrity.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to maintain pristine cleanliness and organization, with a focus on detail in luxury settings.
• Team Player: Demonstrates a strong work ethic and willingness to collaborate with other household staff, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
• Hands-On Approach: Comfortable with performing all aspects of cleaning and maintenance as needed.
• Pet-Friendly: Ability to care for the resident cat in the son's apartment, with knowledge of maintaining a clean and safe pet environment.
• Flexibility: Willingness to travel once a week to the family’s home in Larchmont, NY, and adapt to the family’s schedule and needs.
• Travel: Reliable transportation or willingness to commute to Larchmont, NY, one day per week.
• Discretion: High level of professionalism and confidentiality is required to work within a private family setting.
• Valid Work Authorization
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable source of transportation to get to and from Larchmont 

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SOCIETY STAFFING

379 West Broadway, 2nd Floor

New York, NY 10012

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