Schedule: Monday – Friday: 10 am – 6 pm (weekend availability) Compensation:  $130,000 - $150,000+ Benefits: PTO, no medical

Overview

Very busy 9900 sq. ft. home in the River Oaks area of Houston is looking for a hands-on, professional, no-nonsense, administrative-heavy Household Manager to coordinate staff and household operations. The ideal employee will be discrete, industrious, self-motivating, and have a Service Heart.  This is an on-the-go Household Manager position, a desk will rarely be used. The HM will report directly to Mrs., the only principal living full-time in the house.  Grown children float in and out of the house based on school and work schedules.  Mrs. is hands-on and likes to be informed on the various projects around the house, she needs someone that can ensure that vendors are on task and on budget.  Some PA duties will overlap.

Requirements

• 5 – 10 years 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.
• Apple iOS & macOS proficient
• Hands-on leader
• Bi-Lingual preferred.

Duties & Key Success Factors

• Establish Operational Household Manual and system of implementation and communication.
• Vendor Management
• Contract and Bid negotiation and management.
• W-2 Staff & 1099 contractor Management of 20+ with a focus on efficiency
• Housekeeper Training and Leadership
• Landscaping management
• Pool Vendor management
• Maintenance management (Geothermal HVAC system)
• Tools & Equipment Inventories
• Daily interior and exterior property walks/inspections. Noting and addressing issues while keeping Mrs. informed as to cost and progress.
• Pet management (currently a couple of cats and dogs ranging in size from small to large)
• Develop and implement a “No-Cellphone policy” to prevent employees from being on their phones during work hours. Phones should be kept on hand for requested photos from the Principal.

Other Considerations

There are a lot of various construction projects ongoing at the property.  Mrs. enjoys working with a full-time Construction Manager to manage most aspects but needs someone to help inspect and ensure that her wishes are met and standards held.  This will be a minor part of the job. Home has staff coverage seven days per week. Mrs. is down to earth and does not put on “airs”.  She is caring and has cultivated loyalty from those employees that have proven trustworthy and professional. This is a new position.  Created out of need for someone to “bring things together.”

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 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’

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Location: University Park area of Dallas Schedule: Full Time (mostly Monday – Friday) Compensation:  $25 - $30 / hour Benefits: Paid Days Off

Overview

Wonderful family in the University Park area of Dallas is looking for an experienced gardener and groundskeeper to care for their property.  The property is on 1 acre with a 10,000 sq. ft home on the grounds. It has a pool, koi pond, and mature trees throughout that will be maintained. The ideal candidate should have a firm foundational knowledge of plants and their care and be capable of handling exterior maintenance, cleaning, and specialty projects. Including sourcing and pricing plants for regular maintenance and replacement as well as requested seasonal color projects.

Requirements

• Energetic self-starter willing to learn new things and go the extra mile
• Knowledge of gardening techniques and methods
• Highly organized & excellent eye for detail
• Non-Toxic Chemical use knowledge
• 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.

Duties & Key Success Factors

• Daily walkthroughs to pick up trash and note needed repairs
• Maintain exterior cleanliness
• Special project help (specialty event planting, exterior seasonal decoration)
• Mowing (weekly in winter, bi-weekly in summer)
• Pruning, trimming, deadheading, and replacement of dead plants.
• Keep landscaping beds clean and maintained.
• Seasonal planting
• Sprinkler system maintenance and repair (PVC knowledge)
• Pool maintenance, chemicals, and basic equipment repairs.
• Koi Pond maintenance and feeding.
• Exterior cleaning (driveways, patios, doorways, light fixtures, gates, garages, gutters, windows)
• Cleaning and maintenance of "outbuildings/structures"
• Assist with interior items when requested by the Principal or current housekeeper.

Other Considerations

The family is looking to improve the quality and consistency of the exterior and grounds by hiring a full-time gardener/handyman.  Based on the hired candidate’s capabilities, outside services will be canceled or reduced to offset the cost of a full-time employee. A successful employee is going to be knowledgeable about landscaping and is willing to go the extra mile.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Frequent bending, stooping, and stretching
• Ability to use a ladder up to 6’

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Location: Rollingwood area of Austin, TX Title:  Housekeeper (30 hours) & Family Assistant (10 hours) Schedule:  Open to discussion (Full-Time/Mon-Fri) Compensation: $25/hour Benefits: Accrued PTO, Medical, Matching 401k, Paid Holidays

Overview

Family of 4 needs (children are 5/boy and 2/girl) help in their new primary 5000 sq. ft. residence in the Rollingwood area of Austin. The primary role is as housekeeper, but the ideal candidate will be capable of helping with the children when the family travels.

Requirements

• 5 – 10 years industry experience
• Non-Smoker
• Valid driver’s license with clean record
• Capable of passing extensive background check and BAI interview
• Ability to identify issues and address independently
• Strong communicator, both written and verbal (English & Spanish)
• High level of discretion, loyalty, integrity, and honesty
• Highly organized & excellent eye for detail.
• Hardworking and can work without micro-management. Self-directed.
• Understand how to create a spotless environment in the most efficient manner possible.

Duties & Key Success Factors

• Laundry including Ironing
• Full-Charge Housekeeping
• Light meal prep
• Empty trash daily prior to leaving
• Dry cleaning inventory and tracking
• Driving to pick up a child when Mom or Nanny is otherwise engaged (not often)
• Some travel may be requested.

Other Considerations

The schedule is open to discussion.   If the family is entertaining the family would expect the candidate to come in late and stay late to help and put the house back together. Travel is to help with the children as the Nanny cannot travel.

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Location: Dallas, TX Title:  Housekeeper Schedule:  Primarily Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm (with flexibility) Compensation: $26 - $28/hour Benefits: 15 days PTO, $400/month medical stipend

Overview

Executive couple with two young children are looking for a housekeeper to maintain their 5,000 sq. ft. home.  This home is temporary while they complete construction on the 8,000 sq. ft. residence.  Family’s current housekeeper has been with them for 17 years and is looking to limit their hours.  She will be there to help bridge the gap and familiarize the new person with the family and their preferences but she will be shifting to primarily care for the lake house.

Requirements

• 5 – 10 years industry experience
• Non-Smoker
• Valid driver’s license with clean record
• Capable of passing extensive background check and BAI interview
• Ability to identify issues and address independently
• Strong communicator, both written and verbal
• Understand how to provide Invisible Service
• High level of discretion, loyalty, integrity, and honesty
• Highly organized & excellent eye for detail.
• Quiet, well mannered, and polite

Duties & Key Success Factors

• Full Charge Housekeeping to include deep cleaning of refrigerators, pantry, windows, and areas that require organization and maintenance such as closets and common areas. Dusting, vacuuming, cleaning, sweeping, mopping, stocking, cleaning glass / mirrors, etc.
• Refrigerator & pantry organization (including shopping)
• Helping care for the family’s dogs (2 corgis)
• Achieve thoroughness and detail in all work
• Carefully working around art and other delicate objects
• Assist in laundering (washing/ironing clothes and bedclothes)
• Exercising care of various high-level finishes

Other Considerations

Previous staff have faltered in this environment due to a lack of perfectionism and work ethic.  Standards are high, but expectations are reasonable. Mr. 1 is a an open, honest and communicative professional that comes across as understanding and down to earth. Mr. 2 will be starting an educational track soon. Additional staff include a full-time Nanny/Governess, 1 full-time long-term housekeeper and 1 part-time/on call babysitter. Family spends summers away from primary residence

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’

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Schedule: Generally Monday – Friday Compensation:  $100,000 - $120,000/annum Benefits: 10 days PTO, Paid Holidays, Health, Dental

Overview

Busy and dynamic family in Palm Beach is looking for an upbeat, positive, and energetic Career Nanny/Manny to be a role model for their two children ages four and eight.  The ideal candidate will create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment in which the children can thrive and develop.  A Proactive, forward-thinking role model who genuinely loves children that can set boundaries in a firm, strong, and loving manner.

Requirements

• 5 – 10 years’ experience as a full-time Nanny/Manny to multiple children
• Non-Smoker
• Valid driver’s license with clean record & Valid Passport
• 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.
• Warm and loving but able to set clear, firm boundaries.
• Very energetic, sporty and “out-doorsy”.
• Current First aid and CPR certifications
• Strong swimmer (ocean & pool)
• Familiarity with MacOS, Microsoft Office and Cloud Storage Systems

Duties & Key Success Factors

• Conduct themselves with confidence and gravitas.
• Be thoroughly invested in the children’s emotional, mental, and physical development.
• Provide customized and personalized childcare- one-on-one care of the children.
• Meet the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual needs of the children.
• Find fun, educational activities for the children to partake in. e., trips to museum or library
• Responsible to tailor activities to each child’s interests and personality.
• Model and assist with executive function skills (homework help, organization skills, etc.)
• Ability to discipline the children according to the family’s preferred parenting style.
• Contribute to a safe, caring, nurturing, and stimulating environment in which the children thrive and develop.
• Engage with children in outdoor activities and play, including swimming with the children in both the pool and the ocean.
• Must take initiative and work confidently without requiring repeated instruction.
• Responsible for drop-off/pick-up of children at school and various activities daily.
• Light housekeeping and laundry as it pertains to the children
• Help with errands as they pertain to the children
• Meal prep for children’s meals when the Chef is unavailable.
• Must travel with the family during holidays and summer as well as stay with the children in the home when the parents are traveling.

Other Considerations

Native Spanish speaker is a plus. Summer travel to Long Island, New Mexico, and Europe, among other places.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 60 pounds or a child in the event of an emergency.
• 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’

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