Executive Housekeeper

A private family with grown children seeks an experienced Executive Housekeeper for a full-charge role in a newly renovated Palm Beach estate.

The principals are seeking a hands-on professional with a refined and elevated hospitality mindset, preferably gained in a private home. The successful candidate is highly skilled, a hard worker, and flexible to accommodate changes in the schedule. You must enjoy working alongside another Housekeeper.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the residence to an exceptional standard at all times
• Perform daily and deep cleaning
  • Vacuum floors, carpets, and rugs
  • Dust and polish furniture, woodwork, and decorative surfaces
• Expertly manage laundry including washing, sorting, folding, ironing, and pressing
• Maintain the kitchen to the highest standards of cleanliness and organization
• Operate and maintain all household cleaning equipment safely and efficiently
• Monitor household supplies and purchase groceries and household essentials as needed
• Report maintenance issues or required repairs promptly to the Personal Assistant or Maintenance Manager
• Run occasional household errands
• Assist with meal service and entertainment during dinner parties, special events, and visits by house guests
• Work closely with the Maintenance Manager to ensure the interior and exterior of the property are impeccably maintained
• Clear, organize, and maintain beach and pool towels
• Ensure the pool area and upper deck remain clean, tidy, and guest-ready
• Communicate proactively with the Maintenance Manager regarding maintenance concerns or issues requiring attention
• Assist with entertaining, including dinner parties and caring for house guests. A private chef and additional housekeepers are typically on site during these periods.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English
• A minimum of five years' experience working in luxury private homes
• Experience supporting a busy, high-end household with discretion and professionalism
• A polished professional who is proactive and smart
• Triages well, instinctively
• Comfortable coordinating with the other household staff and the principals
• A valid driver's license and confidence driving
• Basic computer skills
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and flexibility with scheduling
• At least two excellent, verifiable verbal references from previous employers

Schedule:

• January – Mid April + several weeks around Thanksgiving, and a period in December that does not include Christmas or New Year's.
  • When the principals are in residence, the Senior Housekeeper will work a six-day week, typically beginning at 8:00 a.m., with one weekday off.
  • Saturday and Sunday availability is required.
• Mid – April to November (Off Season)
  • Typically, Monday to Friday
  • Approximately 9:00 am to 3:00 pm with some longer days for deliveries or vendors.
  • In July and August, the role will be approximately three days/week to balance out the expectations in season.
• Flexibility is essential because the family may make additional visits throughout the year with limited notice.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual base salary of $110,000 to $125,000
• Annual discretionary bonus, health insurance, PTO, etc.

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