Executive Housekeeper in Manhattan, NY (Upper East Side)

Full-time Executive Housekeeper

Upper East Side, Manhattan, New York

The Executive Housekeeper will play a crucial role in overseeing the housekeeping operations of a luxurious 25,000 square foot townhouse located on the Upper East Side. This position is designed for a hands-on individual who will manage a small team while actively participating in daily housekeeping tasks. The successful candidate will ensure that the household maintains an impeccable standard of cleanliness and organization, providing a supportive environment for the family and their guests.

This is not the main residence for the family so it won't be occupied all year.

The desired individual must be flexible with the schedule and hours. Some days could be 9am-5pm or 10am-6/7pm. Some flexibility to also work in the Hamptons in the Summer will be required when they need extra staff there.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage all daily housekeeping operations for the townhouse.
• Supervise and support one additional housekeeper, ensuring consistently high standards of cleanliness and service.
• Perform hands-on housekeeping duties to impeccable standards throughout the property, including cleaning, dusting, and organizing.
• Manage laundry and wardrobe care when the Laundress is not working.
• Maintain household inventories and liaise with vendors for necessary supplies and services.
• Maintain absolute discretion and confidentiality about household matters at all times.

Ideal Candidate:

• Extensive experience in ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) households or luxury private service.
• Skilled in laundry and wardrobe management with an eye for detail and quality care of garments.
• Proven experience managing or mentoring junior household staff to ensure effective teamwork.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and an ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Based in or willing to commute to New York City, with flexibility in scheduling as needed.

Package & Schedule:

• Working schedule: approximately 40 hours per week Monday - Friday, with flexibility to work weekends as needed.
• Live-out position; accommodation will be provided when traveling to the family's other homes in New York.
• Salary: $95,000 – $104,000 depending on experience
• Health Benefits included