AK054 - Live-In Housekeeper - Upper East Side, NY

British American Household Staffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,460 - 64,747; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks paid vacation

Four paid sick days

Federal holidays

Private housing provided

Overtime paid when applicable

Relocation assistance may be available

Job summary

British American Household Staffing is seeking a full-time, live-in housekeeper for a private Upper East Side residence in New York City. The role focuses on meticulous cleaning, laundry, ironing, organization, light cooking, and ensuring the home is maintained to the highest standards.

Private housing is provided for the housekeeper, with flexible schedule Monday–Friday 8am–4pm, and potential for live-in Domestic Couple.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of professional housekeeping experience with verifiable references.
• Experience in formal private homes and high-end residences preferred.
• Ability to clean, launder, iron, and manage pantry/storage.
• Excellent English communication and driving in New York City.
• Willingness to wear a uniform.

Responsibilities

• Overall cleaning and upkeep of the 2,800 sq. ft. apartment.
• Daily housekeeping, including vacuuming and dusting.
• Meal preparation and light cooking.
• House management, inventory, and vendor coordination.
• Driving the principal for errands or appointments.

Skills

Live-in experience

Attention to detail

Discretion

English communication

Job description

Overview

A client located on the Upper East Side of New York City is seeking a full-time, live-in housekeeper to start ASAP. The client is also open to considering a live-in Domestic Couple if the right match is found. Private housing will be provided for the couple, and a private bedroom/bathroom will be provided for the Housekeeper in the principal's home. The general schedule will be Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm with flexibility to change days/times when needed.

The ideal candidate is an experienced, polished, and professional live-in housekeeper with a strong background in formal homes. This role is heavily focused on meticulous housekeeping, laundry, ironing, household organization, light cooking, and maintaining the residence to the highest standards. The client is open to relocating the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Overall cleaning and upkeep of the 2,800 sq. ft. apartment
• Daily housekeeping, including vacuuming, dusting, and maintaining all living spaces
• Cleaning and maintaining the kitchen
• Grocery shopping and household errandsDeep cleaning of bathrooms
• Washing, ironing, and changing bed linens
• Making beds and maintaining the guest room
• Laundry with careful attention to fabric care and washing instructions
• Ironing clothing to a high standard
• Meal preparation and light cooking for lunches and dinners, as well as preparing morning coffee.
• Maintaining organization of the pantry, closets, and storage areas
• House management duties including inventory, stocking household supplies, receiving packages, making returns, and coordinating vendors for repairs when needed
• Driving the principal for errands or appointments as needed

Qualifications

• Honest, trustworthy, and dependable
• Strong work ethic with a proactive attitude
• Excellent housekeeping and organizational skills
• Comfortable preparing simple, healthy meals and following recipes
• Able to read the room, knowing when to engage and when to work independently
• Professional, discreet, and respectful of privacy
• Experience as a live-in housekeeper strongly preferred
• Experience working in a formal residence is highly preferred

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of professional housekeeping experience with verifiable references
• Extensive experience with fine laundry, ironing, and garment care
• Previous experience working in a formal private home
• Cooking experience
• Comfortable wearing a uniform or black pants with a white blouse daily
• Strong English communication skills, including answering calls or communicating with vendors when necessary
• Professional demeanor with excellent communication skills
• Valid driver's license and comfortable driving in New York City

Salary and Benefits

• $40 per hour + DOE
• Standard benefits including:
  • Two weeks paid vacation
  • Four paid sick days
  • Federal holidays
• Private housing provided
• Relocation assistance may be considered for the right candidate
• Overtime paid when applicable