Part-time Housekeeper

The employer is a family of three located in Fairfield, Connecticut, seeking a dedicated and experienced part-time housekeeper. This role is tailored for individuals who excel in maintaining a clean, organized, and well-managed home environment. The family values professionalism, trustworthiness, and proactive service, creating a welcoming and dynamic work setting. The part-time position offers a consistent schedule of three days per week—Monday, Wednesday, and Friday—with work hours from 8 AM to 4 PM or 9 AM to 5 PM, ensuring a balanced work-life routine. The offered salary is competitive at $40 per hour, reflecting the importance of the role and the skills required.

This part-time housekeeper role is more than routine cleaning; it involves comprehensive household management and personalized care. The successful candidate will be responsible for deep cleaning and maintenance tasks, including vacuuming, mopping, dusting, and disinfecting various surfaces throughout the home, paying special attention to antiques and delicate items like silverware. They will perform laundry duties, with expertise in caring for fine clothing items and proficient ironing skills. Furthermore, the housekeeper will act as the house manager during family vacations, which involves overseeing home operations and coordinating with external vendors to ensure everything runs smoothly in the family’s absence. Additionally, this position includes running grocery shopping and other household errands, sometimes interacting with the family's young child and caring for their small dog, which requires basic feeding and walking.

This role demands a candidate who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple responsibilities efficiently. The family is looking for a housekeeper who is friendly, respectful, and able to communicate effectively, fostering a positive atmosphere in the household. Being able to drive is essential since a car will be provided for errands. Prior experience in a similar household setting is crucial, especially familiarity with steam ironing and managing household chores with a strategic approach. In summary, this opportunity is ideal for someone who takes pride in creating a comfortable and meticulously maintained home and enjoys engaging in a variety of household activities beyond typical cleaning duties.