| Job Title: Head Housekeeper | | | | Posted By: Jacqueline Carnaxide | | Reference ID: EHK-64 | | Live In/Out: Live-In or Live-Out | | Industry: Domestic | | Job Type: Full Time | | Location: Litchfield County , CT US | | Salary Offered: DOE | | Potential For Bonus: Yes | | Benefits: Full benefits package, effective after 90 days | | Experience Req: 3-5+ | | | Description:
Private family in Litchfield County seeks a proactive and self-motivated Live-Out Head Housekeeper (willing to consider Live-In as well) to provide full-service cleaning and housekeeping management to their two residences on the property. This position primarily consists of a Monday – Friday schedule, approximately 40 hours per week with the flexibility for extended hours and weekend days when needed. The ideal candidate must be proactive, extremely detailed oriented, and have the ability to multi-task to keep the home in pristine order. Strong organizational skills are a MUST. Besides comprehensive housekeeping duties, the ideal candidate will be able to assist in the overall running of the household including management of housekeeping staff and liaising with vendors and guests.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Ability to perform museum-quality cleaning with proficiency in special surfaces (antiques, crystal, china, silver, brass, stone, marble, fabric/upholstery, artwork, and other specialty surfaces)
• All aspects of general housekeeping and deep cleaning of residence throughout the residence including kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms, light fixtures, etc.
• Management of housekeeping staff the ensure the residence is in order at all times
• Running errands occasionally and ensuring proper groceries are in stock at all times
• Completing the family’s laundry including washing, and ironing clothes and sheets as necessary
• Maintaining tidy and orderly closets throughout residence; providing assistance with packing and unpacking for travel
• Genuine team player; energetic and positive attitude; outgoing and hands-on where no task is too big or too small
• Additional Executive Housekeeper responsibilities and duties as needed and requested by the principal
| | | | | Requirements:
• Strong command of English language; outstanding communication skills both written and verbal
• Excellent references required from both current and previous employers
• Minimum 3 – 5+ years of experience working in a private home
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills and dedication to responsibilities
• Polished, poised and professional in both mindset and manner; use of utmost discretion and confidentiality at all times
• Flexibility in scheduling with the willingness to work long hours as needed
• Must be comfortable working in a home with pets
• Valid Driver’s License is REQUIRED; confident driver with a clean driving record
• Legally able to work in the United States
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