Experienced Housekeeper Needed In The Upper East Side

Private Family in the Upper East Side, New York Seeking an Experienced Housekeeper

Position: Full-Time Live-Out Housekeeper
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
Salary: $40+ per hour, depending on experience, plus potential health insurance benefits
Start Date: Flexible
Family Overview

A private individual residing in a beautifully maintained five-story Upper East Side townhouse is seeking a top-notch, experienced Housekeeper to oversee the daily cleanliness and organization of the home. The residence has an elevator, and while the principal primarily lives alone, she enjoys entertaining and hosting guests from time to time. A houseman is employed three times per week to assist with heavier cleaning tasks.

The principal also spends approximately one month each year in Nantucket and five months in Florida. Travel is not required for this role; however, flexibility for occasional travel assistance would be appreciated for the right candidate.
Responsibilities

• Perform detailed daily housekeeping and maintain exceptional cleanliness standards throughout the residence
• Care for fine furnishings, surfaces, linens, and household items with discretion and attention to detail
• Laundry care, including washing, folding, steaming, ironing, and wardrobe organization
• Packing and unpacking for travel
• Maintain organization throughout the home and ensure everything is guest-ready at all times
• Coordinate with the houseman and assist in maintaining overall household operations
• Monitor household supplies and communicate household needs as necessary
• Provide polished, proactive support with a professional and service-oriented mindset

Ideal Candidate

• Extensive experience working in formal private homes
• Exceptional housekeeping and laundry skills
• Knowledgeable in the care of luxury materials, fine clothing, and household items
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-directed
• Professional, discreet, and dependable
• Comfortable working independently in a quiet household environment
• Flexible and adaptable with a positive attitude

Requirements

• Prior long-term experience in private service or luxury homes required
• Excellent references from previous employers
• Legal authorization to work in the United States
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
• Occasional flexibility for travel assistance is a plus, though not required