Live-In Couple Needed – Formal Weekend Estate | Upstate NY

The mature, high-profile family is seeking an experienced and service-oriented Live-In Couple to help manage and maintain their beautifully appointed 13,000 sq. ft. estate in Upstate New York. This is a weekend and holiday residence for a refined couple who value discretion, warmth, and professional service.

Schedule:

• Full-time, Thursday through Monday
• Days off: Tuesday and Wednesday
• Must be available to work most holidays 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Daily cooking of lunch and dinner – elevated, elegant meals; ability to follow gourmet recipes is essential
• Housekeeping and laundry – supported by a part-time cleaning service
• Formal table service and household organization
• Driving duties as needed (errands, guest pickups, etc.)
• Guest hospitality – greeting and assisting with arrivals and departures
• Dog care – walking and general attention for two dogs
• Home oversight when owners are away – daily walk-through, light maintenance reporting
• Communicating with household vendors and staff (groundskeepers, cleaners)

Ideal Couple:

• Must have prior experience working as a domestic couple in a high-end or formal home
• Excellent cooking skills (at least one partner must be a confident cook)
• Service-minded, cheerful, discreet, and professional
• Able to work holidays and weekends regularly
• Legal to work in the U.S., clean background and driving record
• Pet friendly

Private separate accommodations are provided. Salary is $180K DOE, with benefits to be discussed. 

To apply, please send detailed resumes from both candidates highlighting relevant private household experience.

***We must have verifiable references who we can contact!***

 As a Domestic Staffing Agency, we strive to present Qualified Candidates!

 For more information, please call Yulia at (212) 889-7505 or email at yulia@greenhousestaffing.com