Housekeeper - Austin TX

Job Description

Job Description

Housekeeper for a Warm and Welcoming Family

Join a family that appreciates dedication, professionalism, and kindness. If you are detail-oriented, reliable, and looking for a fulfilling role in a welcoming environment, we’d love to hear from you!

A private family is seeking a meticulous, discreet, and highly organized Housekeeper to support the daily care and smooth operation of their residence. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in maintaining a beautifully run home, anticipates needs before they arise, and thrives in an environment where excellence, consistency, and trust are paramount. You will work closely with the Executive Housekeeper/Family Assistant to ensure the home is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness, functionality, and readiness for the Principals and their guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the home’s cleanliness, organization, and presentation to luxury‑level standards.
• Ensure all rooms, surfaces, and living spaces are consistently guest‑ready.
• Perform all laundry duties, including personal garments, linens, stain treatment, pressing, and dry‑cleaning coordination.
• Conduct seasonal deep cleans and detail projects as assigned by the Property Manager or Principals.
• Create and maintain detailed household checklists for daily, weekly, monthly, and seasonal tasks.
• Monitor inventory of household supplies, cleaning products, and linens; restock proactively.
• Track household items and report any damage, shortages, or maintenance needs.
• Execute household errands including grocery shopping, personal shopping, returns, deliveries, and specialty requests.
• Support smooth daily operations in coordination with the Executive Housekeeper/Family Assistant.
• Uphold strict confidentiality and demonstrate impeccable discretion at all times.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in a luxury private residence, boutique hotel, yacht, or similar high‑service environment.
• Ability to travel to other properties as needed.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Warm, professional communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and family needs.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Full‑time role with flexibility for weekends, holidays, and occasional extended hours.  Typical hours are Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm. 
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and move throughout a multi‑level home.
• Comfort working with cleaning equipment, chemicals, and delicate materials safely and appropriately.

Compensation & Environment

• We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience as well as 100% employer‑paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and their eligible family members.
• The household provides a respectful, stable, and professional work environment where excellence, loyalty, and discretion are valued.