Housekeeper

Charles MacPherson Associates•West Vancouver, BC

90d•Onsite

About The Position

Seeking an experienced Housekeeper for a residence located in West Vancouver. The successful applicant will be responsible for looking after 3 small dogs and ensuring the overall cleanliness and organization of the residence. This position is full-time, live in or live-out with work hours between 9am – 5/6pm. Some flexibility is required to work the occasional evening or weekend with plenty of prior notice.

Requirements

Experienced and knowledgeable housekeeping professional
Excellent housekeeping and laundry skills
Communicate well, both written and orally in English
Comfortable working independently
Can easily adjust daily schedule to accommodate activities in the residence
Must be a dog lover
Excellent English communication skills and professional personal presentation
Detail oriented
Must be comfortable lifting 30 pounds
Must maintain privacy and confidentiality always, exercising diplomacy, discretion and respecting appropriate boundaries
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Must have a valid passport to travel in and out of Canada

Nice To Haves

Experience working in households with children an asset
Class 5 license with a clean driving record is an asset
Excellent housekeeping, laundry and ironing skills; correct use of products and methods for fine finishes and surfaces

Responsibilities

Daily housekeeping to include making beds, dusting, vacuuming, kitchen and bathroom cleaning, washing floors
Organize and maintain drawers, cupboards, closets, fridge etc.
Inventory management of the residence including cleaning products, groceries, and toiletries
Looking after 3 small dogs, feeding, medication etc
Food preparation and cooking
Regular laundry and ironing, folding clothes and keeping them organized
Ensure household security protocols are followed
Answering the door, receive packages
Occasional errands as needed like picking up dry cleaning or groceries
Sort and dispose of recycling, compost, and garbage correctly
Travel to other properties in other countries including the United States