A young family of six in Aspen, Colorado, is looking for an adaptable and organized Executive Housekeeper to join their household team. The role requires a detail-oriented, dependable person who can thrive in a collaborative, active household environment.
The ideal candidate will have at least 5-7 years of relevant experience in either private residences or premium hospitality settings, with a knack for efficient teamwork and maintaining the household's standards. The position occasionally necessitates working during evenings and weekends, with a focus on adaptability to the family's schedules. Flexibility is key! This is a caring and generous family that ensures their team feels appreciated and happy in their positions.
- Full-time, live-out
- Tuesday-Saturday OR Sunday-Thursday (must be flexible to work either shift)
- Schedule: Either 9am-5pm or 11am-7pm (must be flexible to work either shift)
- Start Date: ASAP
- Local Colorado-based candidates are preferred but the client will consider someone out of the area if they have strong ties to Colorado
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work well with team members to facilitate the cleanliness and order of the family's home
- Maintain strict confidentiality regarding employer, family members, staff, and guests
- Perform daily housekeeping duties to the highest standard of service
- Execute seasonal, deep cleaning projects, and scheduled housekeeping tasks
- Care for fine furnishings, art, accessories, china, crystal, and silver as requested/directed with appropriate cleaning products
- Maintain inventories and replenish supplies as needed
- Organize closets, cupboards and storage areas as needed or requested
- Wash laundry, hand wash special items, iron garments and bedding, execute minor clothing repairs - fine laundry skills are VIP!
- Assist with household guests and ensuring they are set up comfortably
- Help set up and break down events and dinner parties
- Help serve at dinner parties
- Run errands as requested and pick up the mail
- Greet vendors and guests
- Help with special projects as needed
- Light pet care
Job Requirements and Qualifications:
- 7+ years of hands-on experience in a large private home or in luxury hotels or yachts
- Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
- Must be familiar with Colorado cold/snow and used to navigating snowy weather and road conditions
- Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record
- Excellent references from past employers
- Fluent in English and an effective communicator
- Must be able to work flexible shifts that may include weekends and evenings on occasion
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism
- Physical stamina and mobility, including ability to reach, kneel, squat, crouch, bend and crawl. Ability to lift, push and pull required load (approximately 30 lbs.)
- Ability to work well with existing team and to work independently as needed
Compensation:
- $55++ per hour | DOE
- Full benefits:
- Healthcare plan - full coverage for employee and dependents
- 10 paid vacation days
- 10 paid sick days
- Paid holidays
- Bonus potential
- Relocation assistance
- Housing stipend - negotiable for out of area candidates