Full-Time Housekeeper

jobs-dmestatestaffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision

Vacation days

Sick days

401k match

Performance bonus

Job summary

DM Estate Staffing is seeking a highly organized, discreet full-time Housekeeper to maintain a luxury Tribeca residence. You will work with a second housekeeper based in Greenwich, CT, with shared coverage to ensure smooth operations.

The role offers Monday-Friday schedule, competitive hourly pay, and comprehensive benefits. This position requires a proactive approach and respect for the family’s privacy.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Private Housekeeper in a luxury residential setting.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with the ability to anticipate household needs.
• Comfortable working alongside a second housekeeper in a shared-responsibility, team-based environment.
• Discreet and respectful of the family's privacy and routines.
• Comfortable around pets.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to maintain continuity with the household team.
• Reliable, trustworthy, and detail-driven.
• Legally authorized to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Begin each shift with a walk-through to assess priorities and plan tasks.
• Maintain entryway cleanliness and organization.
• Inspect and tidy powder rooms; refill soap and towels.
• Handle kitchen duties: collect dishes, load dishwasher, wipe surfaces.
• Manage trash and bags; monitor delivery packages.
• Restock cleaning supplies; check coffee machine and pet bowls.
• Keep pantry and fridge organized; label items.
• Make beds and straighten bedrooms and living spaces.
• Clean master bathroom; restock towels and products.
• Organize closets; ensure items are tidy and labeled.
• Clean offices/nooks; tidy desk and supplies.
• Laundry tasks: collect, sort, operate machines; fold and store.
• Clean children's rooms and bathrooms; empty trash.
• Maintain common areas; dust and straighten surfaces.
• End-of-day: finalize tidying and prep cleaning caddy.
• Communicate updates to family or household manager.

Skills

Organized

Detail-oriented

Discreet

Communication

Reliable

Trustworthy

Team player

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and discreet full-time Housekeeper to maintain the smooth operation of a luxury Tribeca residence. This role requires a proactive approach, impeccable attention to detail, and the ability to anticipate household needs.The ideal candidate takes pride in creating a pristine, welcoming environment for the family while respecting their privacy and routines. This position is supported by a second full-time Housekeeper based in Greenwich, CT, with responsibilities and occasional shared coverage to ensure smooth daily operations and a balanced workload across the household.

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Key Responsibilities

Daily Household Operations:

• Begin each shift with a walk-through of the home to assess priorities and plan tasks
• Maintain entryway cleanliness and organization: shoes, jackets, bags, and leashes stored properly
• Inspect and tidy powder rooms: refill soaps, hand towels, and paper products
• Kitchen care: collect dirty dishes, load and run dishwasher, wipe tables, benches, and chairs, clean stove and island, check napkins, salt and pepper, and kitchen appliances (microwave, air fryer, rice cooker)
• Trash management: check bins, wipe down containers, change bags, and dispose of trash in service elevator room; monitor packages when transporting trash
• Refill cleaning supplies, check spray bottles, maintain coffee machine, and attend to pets' bowls
• Maintain pantry and fridge organization: check for spoiled items, label homemade food, restock beverages, ensure all labels face forward

Master Suite & Personal Areas:

• Make beds, tidy side tables, straighten slippers and sofa pillows, put shades up
• Maintain master bathroom cleanliness: sink, shower, bathtub, toilet, glass, and handles; replace towels; ensure personal care products are organized and stocked
• Closet organization: ensure robes, hats, sunglasses, shoes, and garments are tidy and organized, with shoes and clothes aligned and labeled correctly
• Office and nooks: empty trash, organize supplies, tidy desk and printer area, maintain cigar supplies if applicable

Laundry & Linen Management:

• Collect, sort, and manage personal, family, and children's laundry throughout the day
• Operate washers, dryers, and ironing equipment according to proper care instructions
• Fold and put away clean laundry in the appropriate closets
• Monitor towels, linens, and other household textiles; replace and restock as needed
• Maintain a tidy linen closet and ensure laundry supplies are organized and stocked

Children's Rooms & Bathrooms:

• Make beds, pick up floor items, organize closets and drawers, clean minor messes or spills, empty trash
• Clean and maintain children's bathrooms: wipe down surfaces, check cupboards, and clean toilets

Common Areas & Miscellaneous:

• Detailed cleaning of common areas: dusting, wiping surfaces, and maintaining flower arrangements
• Ironing, folding, and putting away laundry
• Assist with family tasks, such as walking pets, dinner setup, serving, and cleanup
• Maintain detailed notes of daily tasks, dry cleaning logs, shopping needs, and other household communications for continuity

End-of-Day Duties:

• Final check of powder rooms, trash, laundry, closets, and general tidiness
• Prepare cleaning caddy for the following day
• Communicate updates or concerns to the family or household manager

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Private Housekeeper in a luxury residential setting
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with the ability to anticipate household needs
• Comfortable working alongside a second housekeeper in a shared-responsibility, team-based environment
• Discreet and respectful of the family's privacy and routines
• Comfortable around pets
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to maintain continuity with the household team
• Reliable, trustworthy, and detail-driven
• Legally authorized to work in the US

Compensation and Benefits

• $45-$50 per hour | DOE
• Full benefits including:
  • Health, dental and vision - employee only
  • 10 days of paid vacation
  • 5 paid sick days
  • 401k with 3% match after one year
  • Performance bonus

DM Estate Staffing is a domestic staffing firm headquartered in Silicon Valley, dedicated to connecting exceptional Private Service Professionals with private clients and family offices across the United States. Built over more than a decade on referrals and repeat clients, we have grown thoughtfully by doing one thing well: finding the right person for the right home.

Every member of our recruiting team has worked personally in the homes of prominent private clients, as estate managers, private chefs, household leaders, and more. That lived experience is what sets us apart. We don't just understand private service in theory; we've navigated its nuances, its demands, and its deeply personal nature from the inside. That perspective shapes every search we conduct and every candidate we represent.