A private 10k square foot residence in Palm Beach Gardens is seeking a professional, proactive, detail-oriented Laundress/Housekeeper.
The Laundress/Housekeeper will work under the direct supervision of the lead housekeeper with a full-time schedule, Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 4:30 PM.
Responsibilities:
- Daily laundry, including Washing, Ironing/steaming, folding/storing, and Stain removal as needed for fine clothes and linens
- Daily cleaning and tidying up bedrooms, bathrooms, and common spaces; dusting and cleaning all surfaces; vacuuming, steaming, and mopping floors; periodic deep cleaning of all spaces; and general interior household cleaning.
- Assist and take direction from the lead housekeeper in providing housekeeping care for the family’s primary home.
- Maintaining the organization structure throughout the home, including closets, storage rooms, pantry, and kitchen
- Use discretion to work around the family’s schedule while cleaning, organizing, and maintaining their home is key, including vacuuming, dusting, mopping, and doing laundry/ironing
Requirements:
- Minimum 3+ years related experience serving as a Laundress/Housekeeper for a private family in a large home with strong housekeeping and laundry experience, and quality cleaning
- Minimum 2+ years of laundry experience, including
- Washing: expertise in handling various fabrics, including delicate items, and understands different washing methods and detergents.
- Ironing/Steaming possesses expertise in using irons and steamers to remove wrinkles and maintain the crispness of garments and linens.
- Folding/Storing: adept at folding and hanging clothes neatly and following the existing organization of the drawers and closets
- Stain Removal: ability to identify and treat different types of stains using specialized products and techniques.
- Honesty, trustworthiness, and the highest degree of discretion
- Ability to take direction from the lead housekeeper and be a team player to collaborate to get the job done with no drama
- Strong command of the English language; excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Excellent references required from both current and previous employers
- Legally able to work in the United States
- A driver’s license, clean driving record, and ability to pass a background check & federal drug test.
- Able to meet the Physical demands, including repetitive motion, standing, bending, kneeling, walking, and lifting for extended periods. Ability to lift safely, climb a ladder, and knowledge of safe handling of cleaners, abrasives, and chemicals.
- Local candidates only, with reliable transportation, and seeking longevity
- Ability to work in a household with large, trained dogs.
- Comfortable with technology, smart house, maintenance apps, and communication through texting.
Competitive Hourly Wages paid biweekly and full benefit package available; including accrued paid time off.
Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 4:30 PM.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.