Housekeeper, Maintenance​/Cleaning

Job Title: Executive Housekeeper (Full-Time)

Location: Manhattan, New York (through Summer 2026) → Manhasset, Long Island, New York (beginning Fall 2026)

Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4pm

Start Date: Late June 2026

Salary: $36.00- $43.00 per hour depending on experience and knowledge of skills required

Position Overview

A private family is seeking a highly skilled Executive Housekeeper to support the daily upkeep and organization of their home. The role will begin in Manhattan and transition to a newly constructed 6,000 sq. ft., three-story residence in Manhasset, Long Island in late summer/early fall.

This position is ideal for a polished, detail-oriented professional with experience in high-end homes who takes pride in maintaining exceptional standards. The successful candidate will be hands‑on, proactive, and capable of managing both daily housekeeping tasks and the long‑term care and organization of the home.

• Perform detailed daily cleaning to maintain a high standard throughout the home
• Care for fine furnishings, surfaces, and high-end finishes
• Maintain overall organization and cleanliness across all living spaces

• Expert-level laundry care, including washing, folding, and organizing clothing and linens
• Ironing and steaming to a high standard - including sheets
• Hand‑washing delicate garments and managing hang‑dry processes
• Knowledge of fabric care and proper treatment of luxury garments

• Pack and unpack for family travel with attention to detail and organization
• Maintain wardrobe organization and suggest improvements to systems as needed

• Keep the home consistently organized and functional
• Proactively suggest improvements to storage, layout, and efficiency
• Assist with seasonal organization and household resets

• Polish silver and properly care for fine china and specialty items
• Ensure proper storage and maintenance of delicate household goods

• Monitor the home for maintenance needs (e.g., light bulbs, minor repairs)
• Communicate clearly with the family regarding issues requiring attention (e.g., plumbing, repairs, replacements)
• Assist with coordinating service calls as needed

• Significant experience working in high‑end private homes
• Exceptional laundry and garment care skills (this is a core requirement)
• Knowledge of luxury home care, including silver polishing and china care
• Strong organizational skills with a proactive mindset
• Ability to speak, read and understand English fluently
• Valid driver’s license and comfort with driving when needed
• Physically capable of carrying laundry, luggage, and household equipment (e.g., vacuum) up and down stairs in a three‑story home
• Discreet, reliable, and professional demeanor

• Role will transition from a Manhattan residence to a larger home in Manhasset, Long Island (approx. 6,000 sq. ft., three floors)
• Candidate must be adaptable to this transition and comfortable working in a multi‑level home
• Long‑term opportunity with a stable and respectful family

This role is best suited for someone who is meticulous, takes initiative, and understands the standards of a high‑end household. You are not only excellent at execution—particularly in laundry and garment care—but also take ownership of the home’s overall presentation, anticipating needs and maintaining a consistently elevated environment.