Live-In Private Estate Manager & Steward

Lily Pond Services LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing included

Health insurance negotiable

Annual performance bonus

PTO 5 days per year

Job summary

Lily Pond Services LLC is seeking an experienced Domestic Couple for a live-in, year-round role at a Hamptons residence. The principals reside 2–4 months annually; the team will manage the property year-round with meticulous housekeeping, laundry, and hospitality support.

The ideal couple brings refined service, privacy, and experience in hospitality and fine dining environments. Driver’s license and US work authorization are required, with a negotiable salary and housing.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of experience in fine private residences (high-net-worth homes preferred).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a staff team.
• Polished, poised, and professional demeanor with utmost discretion.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• US work authorization.
• Comfortable working with children and pets.
• Flexible schedule and willingness to adapt to principal travel/residence patterns.
• Strong technology skills, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Housekeeping: cleaning, care of fine art/antiques/furniture, polishing surfaces.
• Laundry & Wardrobe Care: full laundry, ironing, care of delicate fabrics, packing/unpacking.
• Kitchen & Meal Support: assist chef with fine dining and dinner parties.
• Household Management: inventory, shopping, organize closets and pantries.
• Event & Staff Coordination: assist events, supervise staff, maintain service standards.
• Pet Care: daily care for family dog.
• Administrative Duties: manage calls, mail, errands.
• Vendor & Property Oversight: supervise contractors and invoices.
• Travel & Vehicle Management: coordinate travel and oversee vehicles and watercraft.
• Off-Season & Property Supervision: hire caretakers, prep for visits, maintain manuals.
• Technology & Security: manage devices, Wi-Fi, security systems.

Skills

Housekeeping

Fine art care

Laundry & ironing

Event coordination

Staff supervision

Travel coordination

Vendors management

Discretion & confidentiality

Hospitality

Cooking assistance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

A/V equipment

Security systems

Job description

Lily Pond Services LLC is seeking an experienced Domestic Couple for a live-in, year-round role at a Hamptons residence. The principals reside 2–4 months annually; the team will manage the property year-round with meticulous housekeeping, laundry, and hospitality support.

The ideal couple brings refined service, privacy, and experience in hospitality and fine dining environments. Driver’s license and US work authorization are required, with a negotiable salary and housing.