Private Estate/Home: Housekeeper

A private family estate in Lincoln Park, Chicago is searching for a full-time Housekeeper.

This person will assist in the overall management of the estate but will have a strong emphasis on housekeeping.

The housekeeper will directly report to the House Manager and must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.

General hours are Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week.

Overall Key Accountabilities (including but not limited to the following):

Housekeeping:

• Ensuring that all household spaces are maintained at the highest cleanliness levels and that all housekeeping tasks are performed as needed.
• Ensure specific zones that have been identified are cleaned where third-party vendors are not permitted.
• Management/participation of third-party housekeepers and vendors permitted in the home (currently Tuesdays and Fridays).
• Ensuring all stocking levels of consumables are adequate and replaced when appropriate.
• Ensuring maintenance of all cleaning equipment, supplies, and products; ensuring safe and sanitary storage and care of products.
• Cleans and washes items specified by the homeowner (pots, pans, dishware, etc.).
• Light laundry duties maybe assigned.

General / Administrative:

• Help with improvements for better service standards with a general theme of anticipating the owner’s needs and organization.
• Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance.
• Working quickly without compromising quality.
• Inspecting for and immediately notifying and addressing any damages, deficits, and disturbances.
• Implementing and adhering strictly to rules regarding health and safety and ensuring compliance with all company policies and practices.
• Always conducting oneself in a professional manner.
• Adhering to the established standard of conduct and house rules, fire regulations, procedures, and policies.
• Passing any owner feedback accordingly.
• Assisting with errands asked by homeowners, guests, or team.
• Assisting with groceries and supplies.
• Supporting the administrative operation of the property and the homeowners.

Requirements:

• Having experience working in a luxury home, hotel, inn or luxury yacht
• High school diploma
• Strong work ethic
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to utilize feedback and anticipate owners needs
• Ability to receive owner in a friendly and courteous manner
• Ability to handle owner enquiries
• Ability to report happenings to superior
• Passion for accuracy
• Outgoing, polite, confident, intelligent and alert
• Consistency in performance
• Flexibility and adaptability

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Housekeeping/Laundry: 2 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person