Housekeeper/Baltimore/Maine- Live in/out

HOUSEKEEPER Location: Primary- Butler, MD / Summer: Northeast Harbor, Maine Live-in: Yes, separate apartment provided with paid utilities. Days of the Week: Monday - Friday (late night and weekend work not usually needed) Hours to Work: Regularly from morning to afternoon - flexible Non-Exempt (Overtime is paid as per federal and state rules as required) Job Summary: The Housekeeper is responsible for the general cleanliness and orderly presentability of the home(s) and assures that the home(s) are guest-ready at all times. Supervisory Responsibilities: ? May need to assist in overseeing outside vendors, additional help, caterers, etc. Duties/Responsibilities: ? Make beds and tidy the bedrooms. ? Clean bathrooms at least once daily - includes sinks, counters, toilets, faucets, tubs, showers and mirrors. ? Dust and polish furnisher at least once per week - more often as necessary. ? Maintain clean kitchen countertops. ? Empty sink of all dishes, pots, pans, etc. - run dishwasher as necessary. ? Trash removal. ? Stock restrooms, linen closets and pantry. Assure proper inventory is kept. ? Shopping for groceries and other items, as needed. ? Clean up spills, dirt and any other messes as necessary. ? Mop kitchen and other floors as necessary but at least every other day. ? Clean outside of appliances as necessary but at least every other day. ? Vacuum and sweep high-traffic areas as necessary - minimum once per day. ? Maintain all rooms tidy and organized - placing all items in their proper place. ? Laundry as needed - wash, dry and fold clothes and place in drawers, etc. Clean appliances. ? Wash and replace bed sheets, blankets, mattress covers, pillowcases at least once per week. ? Clean inside of refrigerators weekly - discard expired items, maintain fresh and clean as needed. ? Monthly organizing and cleaning of closets and drawers. ? Monthly cleaning of inside of oven and as necessary. ? Monthly cleaning of ceiling light fixtures and wipe fan blades. ? Monthly wash windows and window treatments. ? Monthly wipe down baseboards, moldings, doors, vents, door frames or as necessary. ? Performs other related duties as assigned. ? Pet dog care for two small dogs - only if necessary. Required Skills/Abilities: ? Excellent verbal and written communication skills. ? Discreet, dependable, trustworthy, and patient. Must maintain the privacy, confidentiality, and discretion that the family expects. Should blend into the background, be friendly but not too familiar. ? Excellent interpersonal skills with focus on hospitality. ? Ability to maintain a professional appearance and interact positively with family and guests. ? Welcoming and pleasant to visitors and guests. ? Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. ? Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to stay on task and meet deadlines. ? Strong problem-solving skills - keep family abreast of issues and repairs needed, etc. ? Ability to interact and take direction from principals. ? Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate. ? Ability to function well in a high-paced environment. ? Non-smoker. ? Pet friendly and no significant allergies. Education and Experience: Preferred - High school diploma or equivalent. At least five years relevant experience serving HNW families required. Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of bending, stretching and other physical movement. Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at times.