Full Time Housekeeper

Gilder Search Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed hours

Mon–Fri schedule

No evenings or weekends

Long-term ongoing

Adult-only household

Administrative support

Job summary

Gilder Search Group seeks a highly reliable Professional Housekeeper for a long-term private household in Beacon Hill, Boston. The candidate should have extensive experience caring for luxury residences, a strong eye for detail, and a pride in maintaining an exceptional level of cleanliness.

Ideal candidates will work independently, anticipate household needs, and maintain a consistently immaculate residence with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Several years of professional housekeeping experience, preferably in private, high-end residences.
• Longevity and stability in previous housekeeping positions.
• Strong knowledge of professional cleaning techniques and products.
• Exceptional attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• Experience in luxury or high-end homes; highly organized and self-directed.

Responsibilities

• Provide detailed daily and deep cleaning of a multi‑level residence (~5,000 sq ft).
• Maintain an exceptionally high standard of cleanliness and presentation throughout the home.
• Care for fine finishes, furnishings, surfaces, and materials appropriately.
• Maintain closets, drawers, and personal belongings in an organized manner.
• Manage laundry from start to finish, including ironing and garment care.
• Coordinate dry-cleaning drop-off and pick-up; monitor supplies and inventory.
• Complete grocery shopping and occasional household errands; prepare simple meals as needed.

Skills

Professional housekeeping

Attention to detail

English communication

Job description

Location: Beacon Hill, Boston, MA
Compensation: $40–$45 per hour
Commitment: Long-term, ongoing
Guaranteed Hours: 30 hours per week
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Start Date: ASAP

Position Overview

A private adult household in Beacon Hill is seeking an experienced, highly reliable Professional Housekeeper for the long term. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong, long-standing history in professional housekeeping who takes pride in maintaining high-end homes to an exceptional standard.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience caring for luxury or high-end private residences, with a strong eye for detail and a thorough understanding of professional housekeeping standards. This is a cleaning-focused position for someone who genuinely enjoys housekeeping and takes ownership of the overall care and presentation of a home.

The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently, anticipating household needs, and maintaining a consistently immaculate and organized residence with minimal supervision. Longevity in previous housekeeping positions is highly valued.

Benefits

• $35–$40 per hour based on experience
• Guaranteed hours per week
• Consistent Monday–Friday schedule
• No evenings or weekends
• Long-term, ongoing opportunity
• Adult-only household
• Administrative support

Responsibilities

• Provide detailed daily and deep cleaning of a multi-level, approximately 5,000-square-foot residence
• Maintain an exceptionally high standard of cleanliness and presentation throughout the home
• Care for fine finishes, furnishings, surfaces, and household materials appropriately
• Maintain closets, drawers, and personal belongings in an organized and orderly manner
• Manage laundry from start to finish, including sorting, washing, ironing, folding, and garment care
• Maintain clothing and linens with attention to fabric and care requirements
• Coordinate dry‑cleaning drop‑off and pick‑up
• Monitor household supplies and grocery inventory
• Complete grocery shopping and occasional household errands
• Prepare simple meals, salads, and healthy foods from recipes as needed
• Proactively identify cleaning, organization, and household needs
• Maintain a discreet and professional presence within the home

Ideal Candidate

• Several years of professional housekeeping experience, preferably in private, high-end residences
• Demonstrated longevity and stability in previous housekeeping positions
• Strong knowledge of professional cleaning techniques and products
• Exceptional attention to detail and pride in one's work
• Experience working in luxury or high-end homes
• Highly organized, efficient, and self‑directed
• Able to work independently without constant direction
• Warm, professional, discreet, and respectful of privacy and household boundaries
• Strong communication skills in English
• Reliable and committed to a long-term position
• Light cooking or meal preparation experience is a plus, but professional housekeeping experience is the priority
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check
• Must provide 3–5 professional references, including references who can speak to your housekeeping experience and longevity in previous positions