Executive Housekeepers are highly skilled and experienced, ensuring that their Principals homes are maintained at a meticulous level. They are highly organized with solid experience in large fine homes and have the ability to manage and train other housekeepers as well as assist in some house management duties. An Executive Housekeeper has a broad knowledge and understanding of wardrobe management, including packing/unpacking as well as maintaining par levels of their Principals favorite items.
General Responsibilities
Courteous, efficient and accurate handling of phones, doors, messages and deliveries, in the absence of the House Manager.
Light cooking as required (usually breakfast).
Assisting in Kitchen when needed.
Overall responsibility of all housekeeping related duties.
Pet care as needed.
Cleaning Responsibilities
Maintaining the overall appearance and high standards of cleanliness throughout the property.
Prepare daily, weekly, monthly checklists working alongside House Manager for optimum results.
Plans, schedules and inspects the work of all housekeeping personnel.
Possesses a comprehensive knowledge of and ability to care for antiques, crystal, fine china, silver, brass, marble, fine linens, cookware, etc.
Responsible for the care of fine furniture, carpeting, antique rugs and textiles.
Responsible for care of Art (knowing what not to do!).
Knowledge and care for stone floors, specialty surfaces and countertops.
Empty trash and organize recycling.
Ensure kitchen surfaces and cabinets are always clean and organized.
Load/unload dishwasher when needed.
Schedule complete cleaning of all bathrooms including medicine cabinets, drawers, tile, showers, etc.
Manage other white glove cleaning projects such as bookshelves, closets, storage areas, ovens.
Keep flowers in the house fresh and creating simple arrangements.
Launder clothes and household linens and change bed linens as directed.
Basic mending skills.
Manage an inventory log of what is sent out and returned from the dry cleaners.
Personally oversee Principal’s wardrobe and maintain a consistent high standard of closet organization.
Full responsibility for managing Principals toiletries including purchasing items to maintain par levels.
Prepare travel checklists for all family members, working in coordination with the House Manager.
Manage all specific packing and unpacking for Principals, taking photographs, maintaining a full and accurate inventory of all movement to other residences.
Ongoing training of other Housekeeping staff on service levels and implementation of the highest quality of work.