Full-time Housekeeper Opening

A private client on the Upper East Side, NYC, is seeking a highly professional, detail-oriented live-out housekeeper with light cooking skills to join their formal household. The ideal candidate will possess extensive housekeeping experience and a meticulous eye for detail, ensuring a high standard of cleanliness while handling high-quality furniture and delicate surfaces with care. Discretion, respect, and the ability to collaborate seamlessly with other household staff, including a part-time housekeeper and house manager, are essential. The candidate should have a pleasant, affable, and hardworking personality, with strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt to the household's specific needs and preferences. Key Responsibilities Perform meticulous cleaning and organization including bedrooms, bathrooms, and common areas. Handle delicate and fine furnishings, artwork, marble, hardwood floors, and other high-end surfaces with utmost care, using organic products as needed. Support the laundress with laundry and wardrobe management, including ironing and steaming. Perform light cooking as required, adhering to the family's preferences. Conduct grocery and supplies shopping and run errands as needed. Collaborate with household staff to ensure seamless daily operations and uphold the family's standards. Adhere to the family's established protocols for household management and cleanliness. Requirements Minimum of 5 years of experience working in a high-end, formal household. Exceptional attention to detail and understanding of high-level service and hospitality. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and take direction from the house manager and principals. Strong command of English; basic computer and device knowledge is a plus. Knowledge of proper care for luxury furnishings, linens, and wardrobe items. High level of discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality in a private family setting. Valid work authorization. Pleasant, affable, and hardworking personality. Schedule Days : Monday - Friday, with occasional weekend availability if needed. Hours : 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM, with flexibility for additional hours or overtime as required.