Housekeeper and Household Assistant

Housekeeper and Household Assistant

Location: Patchogue, NY (11772)

Employment Type: Part-Time; 8 hours/week guaranteed

Schedule: Tuesdays and Fridays, 4 hours/day

Compensation: $35/hour

Start Date: ASAP

Requirements

• Maintain a smoke-free environment
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Reliable transportation required; mileage reimbursement provided for household errands
• Comfortable around an energetic German Shepherd puppy

About Our Family

Our household is seeking a trusted and consistent Housekeeper and Household Assistant to help maintain a well-organized, welcoming home environment. Our household is made up of two busy professionals with demanding careers and frequent travel needs, making reliable support an important part of keeping daily routines running smoothly.

We value professionalism, trust, attention to detail, and someone who takes pride in creating an orderly and comfortable home. Our home is thoughtfully maintained, and we are looking for someone who can become a dependable presence, helping with the details that make our household feel calm and well cared for.

We have a friendly, large dog who is an important part of the family. The ideal candidate will enjoy being around an energetic German Shepherd puppy and being part of a warm, respectful home environment while maintaining discretion and professionalism.

Who You Are / What We're Looking For

• Trustworthy: You are dependable, respectful of privacy, and someone we can feel confident welcoming into our home.
• Detail-Oriented: You notice the small things, take pride in your work, and maintain a high standard of care in every task you complete.
• Comfortable Cleaning & Maintaining a Home: You are willing and eager to take ownership of household cleaning tasks, including detailed cleaning of bathrooms, toilets, floors, and other areas of the home.
• Organized: You enjoy creating order, maintaining systems, and helping a household run smoothly.
• Proactive: You naturally look ahead, identify what needs attention, and thoughtfully take initiative without always needing direction.
• Professional: You bring a polished, reliable presence and understand the importance of discretion in a private household setting.
• Efficient & Adaptable: You can manage priorities, complete tasks independently, and adjust to changing household needs with a positive attitude.

Key Responsibilities

Deep Cleaning & Special Projects

• Provide weekly cleaning support throughout the home, including bathrooms, toilets, vacuuming, and mopping
• Assist with occasional deep cleaning projects such as refrigerators, ovens, and other household areas
• Support periodic organization projects, including pantry and closet refreshes

Household Organization & Maintenance

• Maintain household organization systems and help keep spaces tidy, functional, and welcoming
• Assist with seasonal organization projects, including clothing, décor, and bedding swaps
• Help prepare the home for events, holidays, and guest visits
• Assist with changing light bulbs, replacing batteries, and restocking supplies
• Provide indoor plant care as needed

Inventory & Errands

• Restock pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies
• Put away household deliveries, including grocery and online orders when needed
• Help maintain household supply lists and identify items that need replenishing
• Assist with occasional errands such as returns and dry cleaning

Laundry & Linen Care

• Manage household laundry, including washing, folding, organizing, and putting away clothing and linens
• Maintain linen organization and rotate bedding and towels
• Keep laundry areas tidy and well stocked

Pet Care

• Provide occasional support with pet care, including feeding and walking the dog
• Occasional pet sitting is a plus but not required

How to Apply

Please submit a short introduction letter, an updated resume, and 3 professional references with contact information.

Please Note: This role requires a background check.

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