Temporary Executive Housekeeper

Job Title: Temporary  Executive Housekeeper (Full-Time)
Location:   Manhattan, New York ASAP until August

Hours:   Monday-Friday 8am-4pm
Start Date:   Late June 2026
Salary: $36.00- $43.00 per hour depending on experience and knowledge of skills required

Position Overview
A private family is seeking a highly skilled Executive Housekeeper to support the daily upkeep and organization of their home. This position is ideal for a polished, detail-oriented professional with experience in high-end homes who takes pride in maintaining exceptional standards. The successful candidate will be hands-on, proactive, and capable of managing both daily housekeeping tasks and the long-term care and organization of the home.

Key Responsibilities

Housekeeping & Home Care

• Perform detailed daily cleaning to maintain a high standard throughout the home
• Care for fine furnishings, surfaces, and high-end finishes
• Maintain overall organization and cleanliness across all living spaces

Laundry & Garment Care (Primary Focus)

• Expert-level laundry care, including washing, folding, and organizing clothing and linens
• Ironing and steaming to a high standard-including sheets
• Hand-washing delicate garments and managing hang-dry processes
• Knowledge of fabric care and proper treatment of luxury garments

Wardrobe & Travel Support

• Pack and unpack for family travel with attention to detail and organization
• Maintain wardrobe organization and suggest improvements to systems as needed

Household Organization

• Keep the home consistently organized and functional
• Proactively suggest improvements to storage, layout, and efficiency
• Assist with seasonal organization and household resets

Specialty Care

• Polish silver and properly care for fine china and specialty items
• Ensure proper storage and maintenance of delicate household goods

Household Oversight & Communication

• Monitor the home for maintenance needs (e.g., light bulbs, minor repairs)
• Communicate clearly with the family regarding issues requiring attention (e.g., plumbing, repairs, replacements)
• Assist with coordinating service calls as needed

Requirements

• Significant experience working in high-end private homes
• Exceptional laundry and garment care skills (this is a core requirement)
• Knowledge of luxury home care, including silver polishing and china care
• Strong organizational skills with a proactive mindset
• Ability to speak, read and understand English fluently
• Valid driver’s license and comfort with driving when needed
• Physically capable of carrying laundry, luggage, and household equipment (e.g., vacuum) up and down stairs in a three-story home
• Discreet, reliable, and professional demeanor

Ideal Candidate Profile
This role is best suited for someone who is meticulous, takes initiative, and understands the standards of a high-end household. You are not only excellent at execution—particularly in laundry and garment care—but also take ownership of the home’s overall presentation, anticipating needs and maintaining a consistently elevated environment.