Private New York City family seeks an experienced and highly professional UHNW Housekeeper to provide top-tier housekeeping services. The ideal candidate will be meticulous, discrete, and possess excellent organizational and communication skills. Additionally, the candidate has a strong understanding of general housekeeping: perform daily and deep cleaning tasks, including vacuuming, dusting, mopping, and polishing surfaces to maintain a pristine and immaculate home environment. The candidate must also have a strong understanding of fine linen and laundry care, including care for high-end linens, delicate fabrics and couture clothing as well as handle laundry and ironing duties, ensuring all clothing is stored appropriately. The schedule is roughly 9am to 6pm, Monday - Friday.
Responsibilities:
General Housekeeping: Perform daily and deep cleaning tasks, including vacuuming, dusting, mopping, and polishing surfaces to maintain a pristine and immaculate home environment.
Fine Linen and Laundry Care: Care for high-end linens, including delicate fabrics and couture clothing. Handle laundry and ironing duties, ensuring all clothing is stored appropriately.
Silverware and Glassware Care: Maintain and care for valuable silverware, glassware, and fine china. Expertise in cleaning and polishing silver items is essential.
Artwork and Collectibles: Safely clean and maintain valuable art pieces, antiques, and collectibles.
Closet and Wardrobe Management: Organize and maintain the principal's wardrobe, including coordinating with tailors, seamstresses.
Inventory Management: Keep a meticulous inventory of household supplies, groceries, and cleaning products, and replenish as needed.
Organization and Wardrobe Management: Organize closets, pantries, and other storage spaces. Arrange personal items in a systematic and tidy manner.
Travel Preparation: Assist with packing for trips, coordinating logistics, and overseeing the care of the residence in the principal's absence.
Requirements:
Previous experience as a UHNW housekeeper.
Extensive knowledge of high-end cleaning techniques, including the care of valuable items and fabrics.
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and efficiently.
Discretion and a strong commitment to maintaining the privacy and security of the household.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.