Childcare, Communication Skills, Cook Dishes, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, Home Care, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Inventory Management, Laundry, Logistics, Multitasking, Order Delivery, Order Picking/Packing, Organizational Skills, School Management
Private Bedford family seeks an experienced, detail-oriented, and proactive Live-Out Housekeeper to maintain their home and support the smooth day-to-day operation of the household. This is a full-time, year-round position consisting of a five-day workweek, Monday through Friday, 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with flexibility as needed.
The ideal candidate is organized, self-motivated, efficient, and takes pride in maintaining a clean, orderly, and welcoming home environment. While the position may occasionally involve assisting with school-aged children after school or during schedule gaps, the primary focus of the role is housekeeping, household organization, laundry, meal preparation, and general household support.
Responsibilities
Housekeeping & Household Support- Maintain the overall cleanliness and organization of the residence
- Perform daily housekeeping duties, including tidying, dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and upkeep of common areas
- Manage household laundry, including washing, folding, ironing, and putting away clothing and linens
- Change bed linens and maintain bedrooms and bathrooms
- Organize closets, cabinets, pantries, and household storage areas
- Maintain household inventories and notify family of needed supplies
- Grocery shopping and household errands as needed
- Assist with meal preparation when needed
- Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and fully stocked
- Assist with seasonal organization projects and household upkeep
- Coordinate deliveries and assist with general household logistics as needed
- Assist with school pick-ups when needed
- Supervise children after school when needed
- Help children stay organized with school belongings and activities
- Provide occasional support during school holidays, early dismissals, or schedule changes
- Maintain open communication with parents regarding children's schedules and needs
Requirements
- Excellent references from both current and previous employers
- Minimum 2+ years of related experience working as a Housekeeper in a private home
- Strong housekeeping, laundry, and household organization skills
- Experience preparing healthy meals for families
- Highly organized, proactive, and able to work independently
- Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record
- Comfortable around pets (one small dog)
- Ability to multitask and maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization
- Flexibility to occasionally assist with childcare responsibilities as needed
- Legally authorized to work in the United States