Being an Executive Housekeeper
Executive Housekeepers serve as the hands-on supervisor of a team of dedicated in-residence housekeeping staff. Occasionally in smaller residence, the Executive Housekeeper assumes both the role of full-charge Housekeeper, as well as Household Manager.
Core Responsibilities
- Ensuring a guest-ready residence at all times through precise orchestration and delegation of interior responsibilities
- Hands-on management and oversight of subordinate Housekeeping staff
- Organization of all closets, pantries and storage areas
- Procurement of household supplies, groceries, stock levels and inventories
- Laundry duties and dry cleaning management
- Overseeing vendors and contractor appointments on behalf of the principal designee thereof
Skillset Required
- Ability to manage and oversee additional staff members
- Excellent communication with both principals and staff within the residence
- Quick-thinking and responsive to all needs of the residence as related to the upkeep of the household