Position Code: SPYBAC_HSKFA Schedule: Full Time Compensation:  $35 - $40/hour Benefits: Two weeks PTO – no additional benefits.

Overview

Family in the northeastern suburb of Minneapolis-St. Paul is looking for the help of a Housekeeper and Family Assistant to help care for their newly acquired 7,200 sq. ft. home on 1.5 acres. The home is comprised of Mr., Mrs., two children, and two small fur babies. The ideal candidate will be able to handle a variety of tasks, including the daily upkeep of the residence and helping coordinate vendor visits for household maintenance, maintenance and upkeep with the laundry, dry cleaning, pet grooming appointments, grocery shopping, and other indispensable tasks that facilitate the family’s ability to spend focused quality time with their children.  Relocation compensation is not being offered and only local candidates will be considered.

Requirements

• 3 - 5 years of industry experience
• Non-Smoker
• Valid driver’s license with clean record
• Capable of passing extensive background check and BAI interview
• Strong communicator, both written and verbal
• High level of discretion, loyalty, integrity, and honesty
• Highly organized & excellent eye for detail.
• Self-sufficient & Self-driven. Doesn’t need handholding.
• Positive attitude and disposition
• Service and detail-oriented
• Comfortable with a Dynamic and Evolving schedule.
• Excellent communication skills

Duties & Key Success Factors

• Supervise the current 1099 housekeeping team that comes in once per week to clean the home.
• Light housekeeping to maintain household cleanliness in between housekeeping team visits.
• Change household linens on schedule and as requested.
• Manage dry cleaning log.
• Keep up with household Laundry.
• Wardrobe and Closet organization
• Storage closet organization.
• Maintain Household Supply Inventories.
• Coordinate service calls for the house.
• Run personal errands as requested.
• Dog Groomer Scheduling, Drop-Off/Pick-Up.
• Grocery Inventory, Ordering, and Pick.

Other Considerations

Pet Care

• 2 Great Pyrenees/Beagle Lab/Beagle

Vehicle Use

• There is no property vehicle to use, and the candidate should have clean, reliable transportation.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 40 pounds.
• Frequent bending, stooping, and stretching.
• Ability to negotiate a multi-story house with stairs many times a day.
• Ability to use a ladder up to 6’

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of this role. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

Position Code: TREHUF_EXHSK Schedule: Full-Time – Schedule varies and can be set with the right candidate Compensation:  $65,000 - $75,000/year Benefits: PTO

Overview

Estate Management Solutions is currently working with a down-to-earth Principal in Austin. Our client is looking for someone who will not only ensure that her 3,000 sq. ft. home is clean but will also help with grocery inventory, personal errands, and puppy sitting for her two labs.

The home consists of only Mrs. and the two Golden Retrievers. She travels often and doesn’t want to board or kennel them. She has rare but occasional guests stay with her, and during those times, hours may pick up a bit. But on a regular basis, you can expect to fall short of 40 hours, but she will guarantee the pay for the right person. Since it is just her in the home, a female is preferred.

Requirements

• Experience working in a Private Residence.
• Legal to work in the US.
• A positive attitude and love for what you do.
• Ability to make a genuine and friendly connection without becoming too familiar.
• A strong grasp of English.
• High level of discretion, loyalty, integrity, and honesty.
• Highly organized and have an excellent eye for detail.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.
• Capable of passing an extensive background check.
• Capable of accommodating and maintaining a highly flexible schedule.
• Must love dogs & cats.
• Must be willing to stay overnight while the principal is away.

Duties & Key Success Factors

• Full charge housekeeping, including housekeeping, house cleaning, and deep cleaning.
  • Interior & Exterior
  • Exterior – Clean Patio Furniture, clean out pool skimmers, pick up trash.
  • Keep personal and storage closets.
  • Care of silver, crystal, and fine jewelry.
  • Care of stone, wood, ceramic, and metal surfaces.
  • Cleaning and mixing organic chemicals for cleaning.
• Full charge laundry
  • Care and laundering of fine linens and fabrics.
  • Care and laundering of culture garments, including steaming, ironing, and mending.
  • Dry-Cleaning pick-up/drop-off
• Dog Care (two well-behaved and loving Golden Retrievers – 90lbs each):
  • Grooming & Vet appointment coordination.
  • Walking and feeding.
  • Yard clean up.
• Inventorying and ordering household supplies.
  • Sundry inventory & stocking.
  • Grocery inventory & stocking.
  • Garage and other facility spaces.
• Light meal prep.
• Vendor monitoring & supervision
• Miscellaneous personal errands.
• Airport drop-off and pick-ups.

Other Considerations

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 40 pounds
• Ability to walk two 90-pound Golden Retrievers several miles daily.
• Frequent bending, stooping, and stretching.
• Ability to negotiate a multi-story house with stairs many times a day.
• Ability to use a ladder up to 6’

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required by this role. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.

Schedule: Full-Time Compensation: $25 - $30/hour Benefits: PTO, Medical/Dental/Vision, 401k

Overview

Estate Management Solutions is currently working with several clients in Dallas to help them source Housekeepers and Executive Housekeepers for their residences. A professional housekeeper is NOT a maid.  They are the backbone of a luxury home, keeping everything clean and tidy and instrumental in creating the luxury our Principals pay us to cultivate.  Housekeeping is a profession, NOT A JOB. A professional housekeeper doesn’t just clean floors and toilets; they bring order and comfort to the homes they serve.  A good Housekeeper will bring positive energy into the home and be able to see the home through the Housekeeper’s eye and the Homeowner’s eye. If this sounds like you, and you have experience as a Housekeeper in a Luxury Home or Hotel, we want to meet you!

Requirements

• Experience working in a Private Residence or Luxury Hotel/Resort
• Legal to work in the US.
• A positive attitude and love for what you do.
• Ability to seamlessly fit into a harmonious work environment.
• A strong grasp of English.
• High level of discretion, loyalty, integrity, and honesty.
• Highly organized and have an excellent eye for detail.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.
• Capable of passing an extensive background check.

Duties & Key Success Factors

• Full-charge housekeeping, including Housekeeping, House Cleaning, and Deep Cleaning.
• Understand the process for cleaning a room/space (top to bottom, left to right, least to most, etc).
• Organization of personal and storage closets.
• Inventorying and ordering household supplies.
• Care and laundering of fine linens and fabrics.
• Care and laundering of culture garments, including steaming, ironing, and mending.
• Care of silver, crystal, and fine jewelry.
• Care of various surfaces such as stone, wood, ceramic, and metals.
• Cleaning chemical usage and mixing.
• Understanding of the cleaning and sanitizing process.
• Garment Care & Closet organization.
• Laundry, including ironing and mending.
• Stain removal.

Other Considerations

Additional skills that are commonly asked for:

• Cooking and Meal Prep.
• Formal table setting.
• Miscellaneous personal errands.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 40 pounds
• Frequent bending, stooping, and stretching
• Ability to negotiate a multi-story house with stairs many times a day
• Ability to use a ladder up to 6’

Position Code: TIMKAT_HKPTLI Schedule: Part-Time - Live-On Compensation: $35/hour Benefits: None

Overview

Estate Management Solutions is currently working with a client in the Post Oak area of Houston who needs a part-time live-on housekeeper for weekend coverage.  The ideal candidate will be a professional housekeeper who can identify needs and address them without needing to be told or guided. The housekeeper will stay in a one-bedroom/one-bath on the property but house separate from the Main House.  The candidate should be dynamic in their thinking and be able to shift their attention as the day progresses to help with the family’s needs.

The chosen professional will follow the below schedule:

• Friday 6 pm - 10 pm
• Downtime 10 pm - 7 am
• Saturday 7 am - 4 pm active work (engaged to wait 4 pm - 10 pm)
• Downtime 10 pm - 7 am
• Sunday 7 am - 4 pm (engaged to wait 4 pm - 6 pm)

Requirements

• Experience working in a Private.
• Legal to work in the US.
• Non-Smoker
• A positive attitude and love for what you do.
• Ability to seamlessly fit into a harmonious work environment.
• A strong grasp of English.
• High level of discretion, loyalty, integrity, and honesty.
• Highly organized and have an excellent eye for detail.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.
• Capable of passing an extensive background check.
• Comfortable around dogs (20 lb. Cavapoo, very friendly)

 

Duties & Key Success Factors

• Light Housekeeping as needed. (Interior & Exterior)
• Laundry upkeep with a focus on Towels
• Light cooking to assist with Children’s breakfasts and lunches.
• Transport children as needed.
• Adult presence if parents are not at home.
• Understand the process for cleaning a room/space (top to bottom, left to right, least to most, etc).

Other Considerations

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 40 pounds
• Frequent bending, stooping, and stretching
• Ability to negotiate a multi-story house with stairs many times a day
• Ability to use a ladder up to 6’

Position Code: GILARN_HSKP Schedule: Full-Time Compensation: $25 - $30/hour Benefits: Full Benefits Package

Overview

Estate Management Solutions is currently working with a client in the Highland Park area of Dallas to help them source two Housekeepers to join a team of three for their 15,000 sq. ft. home. Housekeepers report directly to the Household Manager.

A professional housekeeper is NOT a maid. They are the backbone of a luxury home, keeping everything clean and tidy and instrumental in creating the luxury our Principals pay us to cultivate. Housekeeping is a profession, NOT A JOB.

A professional housekeeper doesn’t just clean floors and toilets; they bring order and comfort to the homes they serve. A good Housekeeper will bring positive energy into the home and be able to see the home through the Housekeeper’s eye and the Homeowner’s eye. If this sounds like you, and you have experience as a Housekeeper in a Luxury Home or Hotel, we want to meet you!

Requirements

• Experience working in a Private Residence or Luxury Hotel/Resort
• Legal to work in the US
• A positive attitude and love for what you do.
• Ability to seamlessly fit into a harmonious work environment.
• A strong grasp of English.
• High level of discretion, loyalty, integrity, and honesty.
• Highly organized and have an excellent eye for detail.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.
• Capable of passing an extensive background check.

Duties & Key Success Factors

• Full-charge housekeeping, including Housekeeping, House Cleaning, and Deep Cleaning.
• Understand the process for cleaning a room/space (top to bottom, left to right, least to most, etc).
• Organization of personal and storage closets.
• Inventorying and ordering household supplies.
• Care and laundering of fine linens and fabrics.
• Care and laundering of culture garments, including steaming, ironing, and mending.
• Care of silver, crystal, and fine jewelry.
• Care of various surfaces such as stone, wood, ceramic, and metals.
• Cleaning chemical usage and mixing.
• Understanding of the cleaning and sanitizing process.
• Garment Care & Closet organization.
• Laundry, including ironing and mending.
• Stain removal.

Other Considerations

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 40 pounds
• Frequent bending, stooping, and stretching
• Ability to negotiate a multi-story house with stairs many times a day
• Ability to use a ladder up to 6’