Society Staffing
New York, New York
May 01, 2024
Full time
Housekeeper/Lady's Maid, Full-time Division: Domestic / Household Req ID: R Location: New York, NY 10128 Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 Schedule: Monday - Friday, and occasional weekends as needed. Hours: 11 am - 8 pm with flexibility to work long hours as needed for special events (40 - 50 hours of work each week). Benefits: Benefits package available (two weeks paid vacation, sick days, and discretionary year-end bonus based on performance). Job Summary: A private family seeks to hire an experienced detailed Housekeeper/Lady's Maid to support with the cleaning and organizing of a large prestigious 5,000 square foot apartment in the Upper East Side of Manhattan. The ideal candidate must be an extremely detailed individual with experience performing museum-quality cleaning, detail organizing of closets, and wardrobe management The family would like someone who is service-oriented and is always willing to be helpful A self-starter individual would be ideal. Responsibilities: Full-charge Museum quality housekeeping and deep cleaning responsibilities Dusting, vacuuming, and cleaning all surfaces Antique and art care, and polishing of silver Overseeing general support with laundry and organizing closets Laundry responsibilities: washing, laundering, steam-ironing Drop-off and pick-ups for dry cleaning items (such as bedding and any delicate items as requested by the principal). Deep cleaning and organizing bathrooms Wardrobe management and maintaining orderly closets Assisting with packing and unpacking for travel. Keeping a record of household items inventory and ordering when low in stock of any items Assist with guest service for parties or special events (formal meal service) Providing excellent service to principals and guests Assist with turn-down service: preparing the room for the night Working alongside a household team (Private Chef/House Manager, and an additional full-time housekeeper). Requirements: Minimum 5-10 years of related work experience in a Private Residence Excellent references from current and previous employers Utmost sense of confidentiality and discretion Strong communication skills, both written and verbal (English) Professional, polished, and poised at all times Hands-on with a good attitude, high energy, strong work ethic and attention to detail Exceptional organizational and time-management skills Flexibility in schedule Valid US work authorization SOCIETY STAFFING 379 West Broadway, 2nd Floor New York, NY 10012 Agency DCA License