Housekeeper Part-time - Downtown Manhattan

Maison D'Enfants NY

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 48,216 - 52,348

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare stipend

Sick/personal/vacation days

Job summary

A New York family is seeking a Part-Time Weekend Housekeeper to assist with household chores while caring for their three daughters. Responsibilities include cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping, and meal preparation. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of housekeeping experience, is flexible with their schedule, and enjoys working in a busy family environment. This role offers $35-$38 per hour plus benefits.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years experience as a housekeeper, with 5 years preferred.
Exceptional references for communication skills, reliability, and professionalism.
Ability to work with children and manage a busy household.

Responsibilities

Handle daily housekeeping duties for a family with three children.
Maintain a routine cleaning schedule and manage grocery shopping.
Prepare healthy meals and support the family as needed.

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Flexibility

Cooking meals

Job description

Housekeeper Part-time - Downtown Manhattan

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Part-Time Weekend Housekeeper (Friday to Sunday) required for a Tribeca family with 3 daughters starting August 2025. Specific duties to be negotiated with the family, but in general, you will be responsible for handling the daily upkeep for all household tidying/cleaning/organizing, laundry/ironing, grocery inventory/shopping and family meals. Someone who loves kids and is open to providing an extra set of hands to the nannie/s as needed is desired. An organized, proactive and discreet individual who thrives in an active and fast paced environment will be a strong match for this family. This role requires someone who anticipates needs and solves problems before and enjoys keeping a routine cleaning schedule of all areas. The ideal candidate has worked in partnership with a family nanny/household team in prior roles and understands the demands of a busy household with two working parents.

The candidate should be a team player and the candidate must be flexible to support the family as needed with additional hours - including travel to the Hamptons and earlier/longer days.

Location: Tribeca, NYC + travel (Hamptons - live-in)

Start date: August 2025

Days/times: 35+ hours per week expected Friday through Sunday with ability to flex as needed for travel, earlier/later days and supporting the FT, mid week Housekeeper

Children: 3 daughters (born 2021/2023/2024)

Conditions: $35 - $38 per hour* plus health care stipend, sick/personal/vacation days *dependent on experience and other considerations. The family is open to discussions surrounding the final compensation package for their preferred candidate.

For further consideration, applicants must possess the following:

Authorization to work in the US
A minimum of 3 years experience as a housekeeper, 5 years preferred
An understanding of managing a household with children
Exceptional references that attest to strong communication skills, reliability, punctuality and professionalism.
Ability to commit for a minimum of 2 years for all permanent positions
A professional appearance
A flexible schedule and ability to support the family outside of NYC
Readiness to help with all housekeeping and all related tasks
Interest and experience in providing healthy, home cooked meals and snacks for the family (beyond the basics)
Demonstrates professionalism and discretion at all times, reflecting the high standards and values prioritized by the family
Fluency in both oral and written English

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