Part-Time Housekeeper
Dm Estate Staffing, Menlo Park, CA, United States
Housekeeper Position
Housekeeper
Palo Alto, CA (relocating to Menlo Park, CA)
Part-Time W-2 Employment Bay Area Candidates Only
Position Overview
Our client, an executive couple, has just launched their search for a skilled, trustworthy Housekeeper. The family is based in Palo Alto and will be transitioning to a new home in Menlo Park in the coming months. There are no children or pets in the household. This role calls for someone who is highly detail-oriented, quietly professional, and takes genuine satisfaction in maintaining a beautifully kept private residence.
The ideal candidate understands the standards of a high-caliber private home and brings consistency, initiative, and discretion to everything they do. You will be an important part of a small, dedicated household team, and your contribution will be felt every day.
Core Responsibilities
Perform all daily and deep-cleaning duties throughout the residence to a consistently high standard
Manage laundry and fine fabric care including washing, pressing, folding, and the proper care of delicate and luxury items
Change and make beds with precision; maintain all linens and bedding in excellent condition
Organize and maintain closets, storage areas, and household systems to a tidy, logical standard
Care for interior surfaces, furnishings, and decorative objects with appropriate products and methods
Conduct regular household inventory for cleaning and household supplies; coordinate replenishment
Assist with the physical organization and setup of the new Menlo Park home during the upcoming relocation
Accept and organize deliveries, packages, and household orders
Run household errands as needed including dry cleaning drop-off and pick-up, supply runs, and similar tasks
Light wardrobe management and seasonal clothing rotation
Coordinate with service vendors (maintenance, repairs, deliveries) as directed
Support the household during occasional private events assisting with setup, service, and breakdown
Communicate any household maintenance concerns or needs promptly to the principals
Clean up related to the family's cat
Compensation & Benefits
$50-65 per hour, commensurate with experience
W-2 employment
Paid sick leave and accrued paid vacation
Access to a company retirement plan
Annual performance-based discretionary bonus
Annual wage review
Paid trial period for qualified finalists
Requirements
Must be a local Bay Area resident no relocation candidates
Prior experience in a private household, estate, or luxury residence required
Knowledge of proper care for fine furnishings, luxury fabrics, and high-end surfaces
Strong organizational skills and an eye for detail that doesn't miss a thing
Reliable, punctual, and consistent someone the principals can count on
Warm, professional, and discreet comfortable working in a private home with respect for personal space and confidentiality
Willingness to undergo an in-depth background investigation
Strong, verifiable references from previous private household employers
Non-smoker / no vaping
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Must love cats! No cat allergies, please
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the full workday
Comfortable lifting and carrying household items up to approximately 3035 lbs
Ability to reach overhead and into lower storage areas for cleaning and organizing
Manual dexterity for delicate tasks including fine fabric care, dusting, and detail cleaning
Comfortable using standard household cleaning equipment including vacuums, mops, steam cleaners, and similar tools
Ability to climb a step stool or small ladder as needed for high surfaces and windows
Physical stamina to maintain a high standard of work across full-day shifts
Housekeeper
Palo Alto, CA (relocating to Menlo Park, CA)
Part-Time W-2 Employment Bay Area Candidates Only
Position Overview
Our client, an executive couple, has just launched their search for a skilled, trustworthy Housekeeper. The family is based in Palo Alto and will be transitioning to a new home in Menlo Park in the coming months. There are no children or pets in the household. This role calls for someone who is highly detail-oriented, quietly professional, and takes genuine satisfaction in maintaining a beautifully kept private residence.
The ideal candidate understands the standards of a high-caliber private home and brings consistency, initiative, and discretion to everything they do. You will be an important part of a small, dedicated household team, and your contribution will be felt every day.
Core Responsibilities
Perform all daily and deep-cleaning duties throughout the residence to a consistently high standard
Manage laundry and fine fabric care including washing, pressing, folding, and the proper care of delicate and luxury items
Change and make beds with precision; maintain all linens and bedding in excellent condition
Organize and maintain closets, storage areas, and household systems to a tidy, logical standard
Care for interior surfaces, furnishings, and decorative objects with appropriate products and methods
Conduct regular household inventory for cleaning and household supplies; coordinate replenishment
Assist with the physical organization and setup of the new Menlo Park home during the upcoming relocation
Accept and organize deliveries, packages, and household orders
Run household errands as needed including dry cleaning drop-off and pick-up, supply runs, and similar tasks
Light wardrobe management and seasonal clothing rotation
Coordinate with service vendors (maintenance, repairs, deliveries) as directed
Support the household during occasional private events assisting with setup, service, and breakdown
Communicate any household maintenance concerns or needs promptly to the principals
Clean up related to the family's cat
Compensation & Benefits
$50-65 per hour, commensurate with experience
W-2 employment
Paid sick leave and accrued paid vacation
Access to a company retirement plan
Annual performance-based discretionary bonus
Annual wage review
Paid trial period for qualified finalists
Requirements
Must be a local Bay Area resident no relocation candidates
Prior experience in a private household, estate, or luxury residence required
Knowledge of proper care for fine furnishings, luxury fabrics, and high-end surfaces
Strong organizational skills and an eye for detail that doesn't miss a thing
Reliable, punctual, and consistent someone the principals can count on
Warm, professional, and discreet comfortable working in a private home with respect for personal space and confidentiality
Willingness to undergo an in-depth background investigation
Strong, verifiable references from previous private household employers
Non-smoker / no vaping
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Must love cats! No cat allergies, please
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout the full workday
Comfortable lifting and carrying household items up to approximately 3035 lbs
Ability to reach overhead and into lower storage areas for cleaning and organizing
Manual dexterity for delicate tasks including fine fabric care, dusting, and detail cleaning
Comfortable using standard household cleaning equipment including vacuums, mops, steam cleaners, and similar tools
Ability to climb a step stool or small ladder as needed for high surfaces and windows
Physical stamina to maintain a high standard of work across full-day shifts