Core Responsibilities

1. Cleaning and Sanitization:

   • Surface Cleaning: Dust and polish furniture, clean windows and mirrors, and wipe down surfaces to maintain a spotless environment.
   • Floor Care: Vacuum carpets, mop hard floors, and address any spills or stains promptly to keep floors clean and safe.
   • Bathroom Maintenance: Thoroughly clean and disinfect toilets, sinks, showers, and bathtubs. Replace used towels and ensure ample supply of toiletries.
   • Kitchen Cleaning: Clean countertops, sinks, appliances, and cabinets. Handle dishwashing and manage garbage disposal.
   • Laundry: Wash, dry, fold, and iron clothes, linens, and other textiles as needed. Organize and store clean laundry appropriately.
   • Bedroom Care: Make beds, change linens, and ensure bedrooms are tidy and inviting.

2. Organization and Management:

   • Decluttering: Keep living spaces free from clutter and well-organized, including tidying up living rooms, bedrooms, and common areas.
   • Storage Solutions: Maintain organized closets, cabinets, and storage areas. Keep track of household supplies and manage inventory.

3. Specialized Cleaning:

   • Deep Cleaning: Perform deep cleaning tasks periodically, such as cleaning behind and under furniture, washing windows, and thorough kitchen and bathroom scrubs.
   • Seasonal Tasks: Handle seasonal or special cleaning projects like carpet shampooing, curtain cleaning, and preparing the home for special occasions.

4. Household Management:

   • Errands: Run household errands as needed, such as grocery shopping, picking up dry cleaning, or other necessary tasks.
   • Pet Care: Provide care for household pets, including feeding, walking, and grooming, if required.
   • Maintenance Coordination: Report any household maintenance issues to the homeowner and coordinate with service providers for repairs.

5. Meal Preparation:

   • Light Cooking: Prepare simple meals or snacks as requested, ensuring the kitchen is left clean and organized after use.
   • Assisting with Meals: Assist with meal prep or serving during family gatherings or events.

6. Safety and Hygiene:

   • Sanitation Protocols: Follow strict sanitation protocols to prevent the spread of germs and maintain a healthy home environment.
   • Health and Safety: Identify and report any safety hazards within the home, ensuring a safe living space for all occupants.

7. Communication and Reporting:

   • Daily Logs: Maintain a daily log of completed tasks, any observations, or issues encountered during cleaning.
   • Feedback: Provide regular updates to the homeowner about the status of household chores, inventory needs, and any other pertinent information.

8. Customer Service:

   • Professional Demeanor: Maintain a polite and professional demeanor when interacting with household members and guests.
   • Discretion: Respect the privacy and confidentiality of the household, handling all tasks with discretion and sensitivity.

Skills and Qualities

To be successful in this role, a housekeeper in a private residential home should possess the following skills and qualities:

• Attention to Detail: Ability to notice and address even the smallest aspects of cleaning and organization.
• Time Management: Efficiently manage time to complete tasks within the scheduled hours.
• Physical Stamina: Capability to perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing for long periods.
• Reliability: Being dependable and trustworthy, consistently showing up on time and delivering high-quality work.
• Effective Communication: Clear and respectful communication with household members and other staff.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust to changing needs and priorities within the household.
• Discretion and Confidentiality: Maintaining privacy and confidentiality regarding household matters.

• Personalized Care:

  • Understanding and catering to the specific preferences and routines of the household members.
  • Providing a level of care and attention that reflects the personal standards and lifestyle of the homeowners.

• Flexibility and Versatility:

  • Being adaptable to the varied tasks that may arise on a day-to-day basis, from routine cleaning to special projects.
  • Willingness to take on additional responsibilities as required, such as caring for children or assisting with household events.

• Long-Term Commitment:

  • Building a long-term relationship with the household, which fosters trust and an understanding of the household's unique needs and rhythms.
  • Consistently providing a high standard of service that contributes to the overall well-being and comfort of the household.