Executive Housekeeper

Family with residence in St. Helena (Napa), California is seeking an experienced, organized and detail oriented full-time executive housekeeper who will efficiently clean 6,500 square foot residence. Schedule is on Tuesday - Saturday at 40 hours per week. Executive housekeeper is required to work occasional shifts days and holidays with advanced notice. Extreme flexibility with scheduling is required. The ability to work around the family’s schedule while at the same time cleaning and organizing in an efficient manner is important. Applicants need to be honest, trustworthy, understand the importance of maintaining discretion (confidentiality agreement required), collaborative to work with domestic employees, experienced working with principals and children that are around residence often (discreet and staying out of the way is important), adept at organizing, detail oriented with the know-how to thoroughly deep clean, knowledgeable with cleaning various surfaces and artwork, experienced assisting with entertaining, and skilled with laundry / linen care. Candidates must be comfortable working around young children. Candidates with many years of private full-time housekeeper and/or full-time executive housekeeper experience working in a 5,000 square foot or larger residence is required. Staff vehicle is provided for running errands and work related responsibilities. Uniform is required. Family is open to local candidates and domestic relocations. Start date is flexible for the right candidate.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cleaning and tidying of 6,500 square foot residence

• Sweep, scrub, mop, and polish floors

• Vacuum carpets, rugs, and draperies

• Dust and polish furniture and fittings

• Clean artwork and fine furniture (following specific care instructions)

• Clean metal fixtures and fittings

• Empty and clean trash containers

• Clean wash basins, mirrors, tubs and showers

• Wipe down glass surfaces

• Wipe down refrigerators, wine fridge, mini fridges, ice makers, etc.

• Dispose of expired food in refrigerator, freezer and pantry

• Make up beds and change linens as required

• Pack and unpack principals for travel

• Keep cleaning supply and household inventory (use inventory for creating lists to run errands)

• Keep light bulb inventory and change light bulbs

• Laundry for clothing and linens (sort, wash, fold, etc.)

• Iron clothing and linens as needed

• Maintain all cleaning equipment and materials in a safe and sanitary working condition

• Monitor and report necessary domestic repairs and replacements to estate manager

• Wash dishes and clean kitchen according to agreed hygiene standards

• Clean appliances

• Manage dry cleaning, dry cleaning inventory and inspect clothing and linens upon return

• Run errands (e. g., grocery store, dry cleaner, seamstress, florist, drop off donations, etc.)

• Declutter and organizational projects, as directed by estate manager (e.g., closets, storage, etc.)

• Clean entryway of home

• Care for indoor and outdoor plants

• Polish silver

• Clean, tidy and organize outdoor living spaces (e.g., rooftops, decks, balconies, pool houses, etc.)

• Assistance with entertaining (e.g., preparation for event, helping during event, clean up, etc.)

• Display seasonal holiday decorations (e.g., Christmas tree and decorations, etc.)

• Minimal assistance with meal preparation (e.g., putting together ingredients left by private chef, chopping vegetables, etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to travel domestically when necessary to fill in for housekeepers at main residence in San Francisco

• Understand the importance of maintaining discretion (confidentiality agreement is required)

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos along with ability to write simple correspondence

• Technology proficient (e. g., email and text messages for communication, etc.)

• Physical stamina and mobility including ability to reach, climb stairs, kneel and bend

• Professional with positive attitude, hard working, and pleasant to be around

• Collaborative to work with domestic staff and family office

• High energy level

• Active and fit

• Discreet and calm demeanor

REQUIREMENTS:

• 5-10 years of recent and consistent full-time housekeeper and/or full-time executive housekeeper experience

• 2-3 references from domestic positions

• Eligible to work in the United States

• Fluent in English (verbal and written communication)

• Driver's license and clean driving record

• Willing to run extensive background checks, motor vehicle checks, drug tests and psychological evaluation

• COVID-19 vaccination(s)

• COVID-19 testing and antibodies testing

• Seeking longevity/long term commitment (e.g., at least 2-5 years)

• Live a close proximity to family’s residence in St. Helena (Napa) or willingness to relocate within a commutable distance

COMPENSATION:

• $100K gross annual salary (based on background and experience)

• Health insurance coverage (including dental)

• Vacation days paid

• Government holidays paid

• Sick days paid

• Discretionary annual bonus and raise (performance evaluation required)

Please read the job description carefully and kindly apply with your cover letter, resume, references (email address and phone number), and letter(s) of recommendation if you feel that you meet all of the requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Saint Helena, CA 94574: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• full-time housekeeper: 5 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's license and clean driving record (Required)

Security clearance:

• Confidential (Required)

Work Location: One location