WEEKEND HOUSEKEEPER | ATHERTON, CA | 2 POSSIBLE SCHEDULES

Sorensen Staffing; Atherton (CA); On-site; USD 8,266,000 - 8,954,000; Part time

Job summary

Sorensen Staffing is seeking a Weekend Housekeeper for a private Atherton, CA residence. This part-time role offers 16 hours per week with two schedule options and compensation up to $65 per hour, DOE.

The ideal candidate is professional, fluent in English, reliable, and comfortable with discretion in a high-standard home. The position emphasizes meticulous cleaning, attention to detail, and a respectful, team-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in private households, luxury hospitality, or a comparable high-service environment.
• Excellent communication and professional demeanor.
• Comfortable working in a private, high-standard household.

Responsibilities

• Detailed cleaning and upkeep of interior spaces.
• Care for high-end finishes, surfaces, furnishings, and household items.
• Laundry care, including washing, folding, steaming, and pressing.
• Bed making and linen and towel changes.
• Maintaining organization within closets, cabinets, and shared spaces.
• Tidying and resetting common areas throughout the day.
• Keeping the home polished, orderly, and ready for family use.
• Monitoring household supplies and communicating replenishment needs.
• Noticing and reporting maintenance or household concerns.
• Occasional assistance with light entertaining and guest readiness.
• Working collaboratively and respectfully with other household staff.

Skills

Private household experience

Fluent English

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Discretion

Job description

WEEKEND HOUSEKEEPER | ATHERTON, CA | 2 POSSIBLE SCHEDULES

• Salary To $65/hour with 16 hours per week
• City Atherton
• State/Province California
• Country United States

Job Description

Part-Time Housekeeper – Atherton, CA

Up to $65/hour DOE

The Heart of the Role

A respectful, well-run private household in Atherton is seeking an exceptional Part-Time Housekeeper to join its established household team on an ongoing basis.

This family is focused on finding truly top-notch talent and cares much more about finding the right person than simply filling the available hours. They are looking for someone who brings the right combination of experience, work ethic, professionalism, and character—someone energetic and hardworking who takes genuine pride in maintaining a beautifully cared-for home and contributing to a household that runs smoothly.

The ideal candidate is highly professional, fluent in English, and exceptionally receptive to feedback and direction. They understand that excellence in a private home comes not only from strong technical skills, but from good judgment, consistency, adaptability, and an awareness of how their work supports the family and the broader household team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced private-service professional who enjoys being of service, values high standards, and finds satisfaction in doing excellent work as part of a strong household team. The family is prepared to offer highly competitive compensation to secure an exceptional candidate who is truly aligned with the role and the household.

Schedule

16 hours per week, based on one of the following consistent schedules:

Option 1:

Friday: 11:00 AM–7:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

OR

Option 2:

Sunday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

Monday: 11:00 AM–7:00 PM

Candidates should be able to commit reliably to one of these schedules on an ongoing basis.

The Role

The Part-Time Housekeeper will be responsible for detailed housekeeping and helping maintain the home at a consistently high standard. The household values someone who notices what needs attention, works efficiently without sacrificing quality, and understands how to move thoughtfully through an active private home.

Success in this position requires excellent judgment, discretion, strong common sense, and a willingness to receive feedback and continually adapt to the household’s preferences and standards.

Core Responsibilities

Detailed cleaning and upkeep of interior spaces

Care for high-end finishes, surfaces, furnishings, and household items

Laundry care, including washing, folding, steaming, and pressing

Bed making and linen and towel changes

Maintaining organization within closets, cabinets, and shared spaces

Tidying and resetting common areas throughout the day

Keeping the home polished, orderly, and ready for family use

Monitoring household supplies and communicating replenishment needs

Noticing and reporting maintenance or household concerns

Occasional assistance with light entertaining and guest readiness

Working collaboratively and respectfully with other household staff

The Right Fit

The strongest candidate will bring both excellent housekeeping skills and the professional maturity required to work successfully in a high-standard private household.

4+ years of experience in private households, luxury hospitality, or a comparable high-service environment

High-energy, hardworking, and productive throughout the workday

Exceptional attention to detail and pride in producing excellent work

Highly professional, polished, discreet, and respectful of privacy

Fluent in English with strong communication skills

Receptive to feedback and able to adjust quickly to household preferences

Reliable and consistent, with a strong sense of personal responsibility

Proactive while understanding appropriate professional boundaries

Strong common sense and the ability to anticipate what needs attention

Able to “read the room” and work comfortably within an active, lived-in home

Calm and composed when priorities shift

Team-oriented and respectful when collaborating with other household staff

Authorized to work in the U.S.

Valid driver’s license and excellent references required

Must live within a reasonable commuting distance of Atherton

Household Environment

Respectful, professional, and team-oriented household

Outdoor shoe-free home; indoor-only work shoes are required

High standards for cleanliness, organization, and care

Quiet, efficient, and appropriately low-profile work style valued

• Household appreciates individuals who take direction well and are motivated to energetically meet a high standard consistently

Compensation

Up to $65/hour, depending on experience and qualifications

This is a regular, ongoing part-time position of 16 hours per week . No benefits are provided.