Part-time Housekeeper- UES, NYC

thecalendargroup; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

thecalendargroup is seeking an experienced, discreet Housekeeper for a 4,000-square-foot private residence on the Upper East Side. Two adults, two teens, and two friendly cats are in the home. The role covers daily cleaning, laundry, light ironing, occasional meal prep, and pet care.

Schedule is Monday–Friday with approximately 5 hours per day, and the family is flexible for a long-term fit. Compensation ranges from $45 to $50 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining a private residence with discretion.
• Ability to manage laundry, ironing, and basic meal prep.
• Comfortable around cats and pet care.
• Reliable, trustworthy and long-term commitment.
• Ability to work independently with initiative.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of a 4,000-square-foot home.
• Daily housekeeping: dusting, vacuuming, mopping, bathrooms, kitchen.
• Manage laundry and wardrobe care.
• Light ironing; most dry cleaning and shirts are sent out.
• Polish and care for silver approximately four times per year.
• Order household cleaning supplies and assist with grocery orders.
• Prepare simple family meals approximately 1–2 times per week.
• Provide basic care for two friendly household cats.
• Maintain discretion, privacy, and professionalism within the household.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Independent work

Discretion

Trustworthy

Service-oriented

Long-term commitment

Pet care

Job description

A private family on the Upper East Side is seeking an experienced, discreet, and reliable Housekeeper to care for their 4,000-square-foot home. The household includes two adults, two teenagers, and two friendly cats. The ideal candidate will take pride in maintaining a beautiful home, managing laundry, and assisting with light household errands and occasional meal preparation. The family is flexible on schedule for the right long-term fit.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of a 4,000-square-foot private residence.
• Perform daily housekeeping, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, bathrooms, kitchen, and general upkeep.
• Manage household laundry, including washing, folding, and organizing clothing and linens.
• Perform light ironing; most dry cleaning and shirts are sent out.
• Polish and care for the household's silver approximately four times per year.
• Order household cleaning supplies and assist with grocery orders.
• Prepare simple family meals approximately 1–2 times per week, as needed.
• Provide basic care and oversight of two friendly household cats.
• Maintain a high level of discretion, privacy, and professionalism within the household.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working independently and taking initiative.
• Experience with delicate garments, light ironing, and silver care preferred.
• Comfortable around cats and willing to provide basic pet care.
• Able to assist with occasional grocery ordering and light cooking.
• Reliable, trustworthy, discreet, and service-oriented.
• Long-term commitment and a genuine interest in becoming a trusted member of the household.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 12:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.

Salary: $45 - $50 per hour