Full-Time Housekeeper in Princeton, NJ

Private Family in Philadelphia, PA Seeking a Full-Time Housekeeper

Position: Full-Time, Live-Out Housekeeper
Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 9am–4pm or 10am–4pm; flexible for the right candidate
Salary: $30–$35 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications
Start Date: ASAP
Relocation: Local candidates only

About the Family

A warm and welcoming private family in Philadelphia, PA is seeking an experienced, highly skilled, and detail-oriented Housekeeper to join their household on a long-term basis.

The family has two young children, a newborn and a toddler, and is looking for someone who can independently maintain their home to a very high standard. The family places a strong emphasis on reliability, initiative, attention to detail, and exceptional care of their home and belongings.

The preferred candidate will work between the family's Philadelphia residence and the mother's nearby home in Newtown, PA, approximately 25 minutes away. The mother's travels approximately 5–6 months of the year. When she is away, the Housekeeper will continue to maintain the residence.

• Children: Two young children — newborn and almost 2 years old
• Home: Approximately 5,000 sq. ft. primary residence;
• Pets: Small dogs in both homes; no pet care required
• Household: Additional household support/childcare is available
• Family Preference: One full-time Housekeeper serving both homes

Responsibilities

• Maintain the family's homes to an exceptionally high standard
• Perform daily and deep cleaning throughout the residences
• Laundry, including children's and adults' clothing
• Properly wash, dry, fold, and organize clothing and linens
• Iron clothing and bed linens
• Care for delicate and high-end materials, including cashmere, fine china, and specialty fabrics
• Thoroughly clean bathrooms, showers, sinks, faucets, baseboards, and other detailed areas
• Maintain closets, drawers, and household organization
• Keep household supplies appropriately stocked
• Maintain an organized, polished, and well-presented home
• Work independently and efficiently without requiring constant direction

No cooking or childcare responsibilities are required.

Ideal Candidate & Personality

The ideal candidate is an experienced private-household professional who understands what it takes to maintain a high-end home at an exceptional level.

This family is looking for someone who takes genuine ownership and pride in their work. Rather than simply completing a list of assigned tasks, the ideal Housekeeper will naturally notice what needs to be done and take initiative.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience as a professional Housekeeper in a private household
• Experience working in high-end/luxury homes
• Strong knowledge of professional cleaning techniques
• Ability to work independently without micromanagement
• Strong attention to detail
• Reliable and punctual
• Excellent references
• Legal authorization to work in the United States
• Comfortable working between two residences
• Comfortable around small dogs
• Ability to provide consistent, long-term service to the family

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Housekeeper seeking a stable, long-term position with a wonderful private family and a high standard of household care. They employed the last person for 15 years.