A busy family of four in Redwood City, California is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented part-time Housekeeper | Family Assistant to help manage their home and assist with various household tasks. This role offers guaranteed hours, flexibility, and the opportunity to work closely with a family that values communication and structure.
The ideal candidate enjoys a variety of tasks, from housekeeping and errands to organizational projects and light meal prep. You take direction well, know how to prioritize your tasks, and are comfortable and confident asking for guidance when needed.3-4 days per week – client is flexible on days/hours (mornings or afternoons)
Responsibilities:
- Perform regular household tasks such as vacuuming, tidying the kitchen, and general housekeeping maintenance (e.g., dryer filter cleaning).
- Water plants, manage trash duties (Tuesdays), and break down boxes.
- Run errands, including grocery shopping and Amazon returns.
- Handle laundry and ironing as needed.
- Assist with light meal prep (e.g., 3 quick, healthy meals per week).
- Maintain pantry inventory and handle basic household organization.
- Help with event setup and breakdown when the family hosts gatherings when requested.
- Engage in occasional seasonal projects, such as covering outdoor furniture or dry-cleaning throw pillows when the family travels.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of relevant experience working in private homes.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to receive and act on feedback constructively.
- High attention to detail, following specific instructions for cleaning and household maintenance.
- Flexible and willing to prioritize weekly tasks with the family’s guidance.
- Professionalism and a positive attitude toward helping maintain the household’s daily flow.
- Willingness to undergo a thorough background check and reference check process.
Compensation:
- $45 per hour | DOE
- Guaranteed weekly hours
We kindly request that you apply for this position ONLY if you meet the basic requirements stated in the job description.
Once you've submitted your application, our team will review it. If your experience closely aligns with the client's needs, we will be in touch. Please refrain from contacting us separately to express your interest in the role. We're a small and busy team; unfortunately, we can't reply to everyone who contacts us.
Thank you for understanding!
The DM Estate Staffing Team
DM Estate Staffing is a domestic staffing firm based in Silicon Valley, California. We place highly skilled Private Service Professionals with private clients and family offices. While our roots are in Silicon Valley, our reach is nationwide, encompassing key markets such as Aspen, Austin, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Palm Beach, Silicon Valley, and Washington, DC.
You may know us as Domestic | Match and Private Chef | Match. After 12 years of expansion, we’ve evolved into the top choice for domestic staffing services. As our journey has unfolded, we’ve expanded beyond the constraints of our original brand, spreading our reach to encompass a broad spectrum of roles within the private estate and family office sectors.
What Makes Us Unique
Drawing upon over 70 years of collective expertise in private service, luxury hospitality, and yachting, DM Estate Staffing’s team boasts a deep understanding of the intimate relationship between private employers and their household staff. Our team’s personal experience in these roles fuels our continued passion and commitment to our recruitment efforts today. We approach our work with zeal and are dedicated to ensuring that clients and candidates alike discover the ideal match.
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