| Job Title: Head Housekeeper | | | | Posted By: Jacqueline Carnaxide | | Reference ID: HK-379 | | Live In/Out: Live-Out | | Industry: Domestic | | Job Type: Full Time | | Location: Greenwich, CT US | | Salary Offered: $35 - $40 per hour | | Potential For Bonus: Yes | | Benefits: Full benefits package | | Experience Req: 7-10+ | | | Description:
Private family in Greenwich CT seeks an experienced and proactive Head Housekeeper to provide full-service cleaning and housekeeping management to their large property. This position consists of a 5-day workweek, either Tuesday – Saturday or Sunday - Thursday from 8:30am – 5:30pm with overriding flexibility for additional hours as needed and upon request. 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, managing another Housekeeper and working with a team. This role will start around March / April, but the family is open to interviewing candidates now.
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 Head 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 7 – 10+ 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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