Position Overview
This is a position for an experienced hands-on Executive Housekeeper/House Manager who wishes to join a team in a sophisticated but informal household. This position is best suited for someone is an experienced confident individual and enjoys a busy environment. Other staff in the home include a full time Property Manager, a Chef, a part time cleaner, and additional housekeepers.
The ideal candidate will be someone seeking a long-term, full-time position. Work hours are Monday-Friday, 9:30am – 6:30pm. Flexibility for dinner parties and some weekends are required.
Primary Responsibilities
- Regular daily housekeeping of kitchens (2), washrooms and master suite
- Assisting with the upkeep of outdoor spaces in season
- Back up to the management of a fine wardrobe
- Some household laundry (shared with the housekeepers) . Sheets are done in house
- Door management being mindful of security
- Management of basic trades and services (the Property Manager does most of this, but some is required of this position)
- Receiving and sending parcels
- Weekly cleaning of some areas of the house (the cleaner does the others)
- Regular morning and end of day detailing of the home. Maintaining light levels as appropriate
- Evening turndown of the master suite
- Following a basic monthly household maintenance schedule
- Cleaning and organization of closets, drawers and cupboards
- Assisting the Chef with all entertaining in the home. Comfortable with table setting and front of house service (back up or small parties)
- Seasonal deep cleaning and special projects as required
- Taking care of the household china and silver
- Conducting household inventories as required
- Running household errands as required
- Other related or non-related duties as needed
The Successful Applicant:
- Is service-oriented, discrete, and respectful
- Is able to be a leader for the housekeeping staff
- Is confident and appropriately assertive
- Is comfortable with maintaining a fine wardrobe
- Has an excellent eye for details and a fine hand
- Is comfortable with basic computer skills
- Has experience in a formal home with entertaining, table setting and basic service in particular
- Is quick on their feet with an excellent work ethic and time-management skills
- Is a confident individual who is able to think for themselves and work independently
- Is willing to pitch in under any circumstances, regardless of the task
- Has a genuine commitment to professional housekeeping
- Has a valid Ontario driver’s license and clean driving record
- Has excellent mastery of the English language
- Has a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role
- Is legally entitled to work in Canada
Compensation; Up to $1200 Net Weekly Salary + Health Benefits