Executive Residence Housekeeper

Rice University; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Rice University is seeking a professional Housekeeper for the President’s official residence. The role maintains cleanliness, organization, and guest-ready presentation of the home and supports event hosting for the President and family.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of residential housekeeping experience, impeccable discretion, and a hospitality mindset. This on-site, part-time position requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, and special events, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Four or more (4+) years related work experience.
• Experience in residential housekeeping and handling fine furnishings.
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and clean all rooms, furnishings, fixtures, and surfaces with attention to material preservation.
• Perform laundry care of fine linens and garments.
• Support household organization, inventory, and supply management.
• Assist with event preparation, setup, and cleanup.
• Ensure discretion and confidentiality due to residence visibility.
• Work evenings or weekends as schedule requires.

Skills

Cleaning knowledge

Discretion & confidentiality

Organization

Initiative / self-motivated

Communication skills

Hospitality mindset

Flexibility

Welcoming environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Rice University is seeking a professional Housekeeper for the President’s official residence. The role maintains cleanliness, organization, and guest-ready presentation of the home and supports event hosting for the President and family.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of residential housekeeping experience, impeccable discretion, and a hospitality mindset. This on-site, part-time position requires flexibility for evenings, weekends, and special events, with overtime as needed.