KC014 - Full-Time Housekeeper - Upper East Side, NYC

British American Household Staffing; New York (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A warm family in New York seeks a dedicated full-time Housekeeper for their townhouse. The role involves maintaining cleanliness, managing household tasks, and supporting a loving environment with children and pets. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience and a proactive approach to household management.

Benefits

Health insurance stipend

2 weeks paid vacation

Paid major holidays

3–5 sick/personal days

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a similar high-end household role.
• Comfortable around dogs and children.
• Experience with fine laundry and high-end furnishings.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high cleaning standards and perform deep cleaning regularly.
• Care for laundry, pets, and assist with household errands.
• Engage with children and manage household inventory.

Skills

Organization

Proactivity

Discretion

Communication

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

A warm and energetic family on the Upper East Side is seeking a professional, proactive, and detail-oriented full-time Housekeeper to manage and maintain the cleanliness and organization of their four-story townhouse. This is a high-trust role for a confident, capable individual who can take ownership of the household’s upkeep and contribute positively to the overall home environment.

The ideal candidate will take pride in creating a spotless, well-functioning home and will also enjoy supporting a loving family. This is an opportunity to work with a respectful, active household who truly values a strong, long-term partnership with their housekeeper.

Schedule:Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PMStart Date: ASAP

Responsibilities

• Maintain the home to a high standard (general tidying, cleaning surfaces, vacuuming, mopping, dusting, etc.)
• Deep cleaning on a rotating schedule
• Laundry and wardrobe care, including fabric-specific treatment and seasonal closet rotation
• Pet care for a friendly 4-year-old Cavapoo (daily walks, feeding, love and attention, and occasional grooming appointments)
• Bed-making and linen changes
• Organize household spaces (pantry, linen closets, etc.)
• As needed household errands, e.g dry cleaning drop off/pick-up, light grocery shopping
• Maintain household inventory and ensure home is stocked with essentials
• Manage incoming/outgoing mail and packages
• Vendor management (repairs, maintenance, deliveries, etc.)
• Serve as an extra set of hands with three children (ages 10, 12, and 14), offering presence, structure, and occasional supervision when needed

Qualifications

• Highly organized, proactive, and confident managing a household independently
• Energetic and physically fit—comfortable navigating stairs throughout the day
• Trustworthy, discreet, and respectful of the family’s privacy
• Experienced with fine laundry, high-end furnishings, and luxury finishes
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with both adults and children
• Comfortable around pets and children; contributes to a warm, upbeat household dynamic
• Flexible, intuitive, and skilled at anticipating household needs

Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar high-end household role
• No driving or travel required
• Must be comfortable around dogs and older children
• Light ironing or mending may be occasionally requested

Salary and Benefits

• $45/hr
• Health insurance stipend
• 2 weeks paid vacation
• Paid major holidays
• 3–5 sick/personal days
• Consistent Monday–Friday schedule