ME390 - Live-in Housekeeper - Short Hills, NJ

British American Household Staffing•Short Hills, NJ

13h•$35 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

A private family in Short Hills, New Jersey, is seeking an experienced, highly organized, and detail-oriented Live-In Executive Housekeeper to maintain an approximately 10,000-square-foot, three-story residence occupied by two adults and two school-aged children. The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional who takes pride in maintaining an immaculate home, works independently with minimal supervision, and can anticipate household needs. The role calls for a proactive, reliable, discreet, and meticulous housekeeper who helps keep the residence running smoothly. The position is full-time, five working days per week, with two days off. Live-in accommodations may be available seven days per week and include a private bedroom and bathroom on the home's lower level, with kitchen access. Compensation is $35–$40 per hour. Paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a potential healthcare stipend are offered. No travel is required, and the household has no pets. The start date is as soon as possible.

Requirements

Prior experience as an Executive Housekeeper in a large private residence.
Strong knowledge of professional cleaning methods, products, and proper care of household surfaces.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to independently prioritize responsibilities and manage time efficiently.
Experience handling laundry, ironing, and wardrobe organization.
Professional, trustworthy, dependable, and discreet.
Comfort working in a large, multi-level residence.
Excellent communication skills and a proactive, service-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

Perform daily housekeeping and thorough cleaning throughout the three-story residence.
Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness, organization, and presentation.
Manage household laundry, including washing, ironing, folding, and putting away clothing and linens.
Organize closets, drawers, cabinets, and household storage areas.
Monitor household inventory, including groceries, cleaning products, and other essential supplies, and communicate when items need replenishing.
Receive household vendors, contractors, and maintenance professionals and provide them access as needed.
Maintain the cleanliness and organization of common areas, bedrooms, bathrooms, the kitchen, and other living spaces.
Identify household maintenance concerns and communicate them promptly.
Identify tasks needing attention and take initiative without requiring daily direction.
Maintain the family's privacy and confidentiality at all times.