AK010 - Temporary Live-In Household Assistant - Park Ridge, NJ.

British American Household Staffing • Park Ridge, NJ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

A warm, dependable, and experienced full-time live-in Home Health Aide is needed to support a principal in her Park Ridge, NJ, residence. The ideal candidate is a confident cook who can follow recipes accurately and is a safe, reliable driver with an excellent driving record. The home is a quiet, well-organized four-story townhouse. The family’s longtime housekeeper will be on maternity leave, creating a need for consistent weekday support. The principal requires the candidate to be a safe, reliable driver with a valid driver's license and a clean driving record. This is a temporary position with the possibility of becoming permanent, depending on the mutual fit. Start Date: January 5, 2026 Duration: Minimum 4 months Schedule/Salary Monday–Friday: 10am - 8pm (with either a 2 hour break each day or overtime paid) Weekly Hours: Approximately 44 - 50 hours per week Evenings: Free after dinner cleanup, but candidate remains on-site

Requirements

• Warm, patient, and calm presence
• Highly reliable, responsible, and consistent
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Professional, discreet, and respectful of household routines
• Comfortable with a quiet, structured home environment
• Able to remain on-site in the evenings for continuity
• Strong, verifiable references from private homes
• Excellent driving record (non-negotiable)
• Strong cooking skills with the ability to follow recipes accurately
• Organized, proactive, professional, and discreet
• Comfortable working with other household staff
• Must not handle or consume fin fish or nuts due to allergies in the home

Responsibilities

• Cooking Prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily
• Confidently follow family recipes
• Fully clean the kitchen after dinner (around 7pm)
• Household Support Light housekeeping throughout the week (with supplemental housekeeper twice weekly)
• Laundry & linens Maintain and organize the principal’s private living floor
• Unpack grocery deliveries (FreshDirect, Amazon)
• Manage dry cleaning logistics (drop-off, pick-up, unpacking)
• Driving & Errands Drive the principal to: Social engagements Standing weekly appointments Wellness or fitness sessions All medical appointments (wait in lobby) Use of principal’s sedan provided Run local errands as needed (pharmacy, returns, etc.)
• Personal Assistance Provide warm, respectful daily support while honoring the principal’s independence
• Maintain a smooth, structured daily routine

Benefits

• Guaranteed Weekly Salary: Commensurate with experience
• Includes private, comfortable live-in accommodations (bedroom + bathroom on a separate floor)
• Weekends off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees