Executive Housekeeper / Household Manager Needed for Private Family in New York, NY

Position: Executive Housekeeper / Household Manager
Location: Upper West Side, New York, NY (Near Columbia University)
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 12:00 PM–8:00 PM; Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Salary: $100,000–$150,000, depending on experience
Start Date: ASAP / Flexible
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Relocation: Open to discussing
Living Arrangements: Live-out preferred, with live-in accommodations available during the summer months as needed

About the Family

A private family residing on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, near Columbia University, is seeking an experienced, reliable, and proactive Executive Housekeeper / Household Manager to oversee the daily operations of their home. The household consists of three adults (ages 47, 49, and 78) and three children (ages 10, 10, and 12).

The family is looking for someone who takes pride in maintaining an organized, comfortable, and well-run home. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, detail-oriented, and capable of independently managing household responsibilities while anticipating the family’s needs. Discretion, professionalism, flexibility, and a service-oriented attitude are essential.

In addition to the family’s primary NYC residence, the position involves working at two summer homes located approximately one hour north and two hours south of Manhattan. The candidate must be comfortable traveling between residences and spending extended periods at the summer homes during the summer season, with arrangements discussed in advance.

Responsibilities

Household Management & Organization

• Oversee and prioritize daily household operations and responsibilities.
• Maintain an organized, efficient, and welcoming home environment.
• Coordinate household deliveries, vendors, service appointments, and maintenance as needed.
• Manage family appointments, including hair, medical, and other personal appointments.
• Maintain the family calendar, provide reminders, and help prepare for upcoming events and obligations.
• Prepare the primary residence and summer homes for the family’s arrivals and departures.

Cooking & Menu Planning

• Plan weekly menus based on the family’s preferences, dietary needs, and schedule.
• Prepare fresh, healthy, and well-balanced meals and snacks for the family.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen before, during, and after meal preparation.
• Ensure the kitchen is consistently stocked with necessary ingredients and supplies.

Grocery Shopping & Household Supplies

• Prepare grocery lists based on weekly menus and household needs.
• Handle grocery shopping or coordinate deliveries of groceries, fresh produce, and household essentials.
• Monitor pantry, refrigerator, and household inventory and replenish items as needed.

Housekeeping & Cleaning

• Perform light daily housekeeping, cleaning, and general upkeep.
• Maintain a clean, comfortable, and orderly living environment.
• Coordinate and supervise weekly deep cleaning services.
• Ensure linens and towels are changed regularly.
• Keep closets, cabinets, storage spaces, and household areas neat and organized.

Laundry & Wardrobe Care

• Manage all household laundry, including washing, drying, folding, and putting away clothing.
• Iron clothing, shirts, school uniforms, trousers, linens, and other garments as needed.
• Maintain organized closets and drawers.

Summer Homes & Seasonal Travel

• Accompany the family to their summer residences for agreed-upon extended stays during the summer season.
• Prepare each residence prior to the family’s arrival and maintain the homes throughout their stays.
• Continue regular household management, cooking, housekeeping, and laundry responsibilities while at the summer homes.
• Coordinate the closing and preparation of each home following the family’s departure.
• Be flexible with transitions between residences, with schedules and arrangements established in advance.
• Overnight accommodations are not required when the candidate can commute from NYC, although accommodations will be available if preferred or needed.

Ideal Candidate / Requirements

• Previous experience in executive housekeeping, private household management, and cooking.
• Strong cooking skills and the ability to plan and prepare healthy, well-balanced meals.
• Excellent organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and anticipate household needs.
• Comfortable overseeing multiple household responsibilities and managing day-to-day operations.
• Trustworthy, discreet, dependable, and professional.
• Warm, respectful, proactive, and service-oriented demeanor.
• Flexible and comfortable working between multiple residences throughout the year.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable access to a personal vehicle are required for independent travel between NYC and the summer homes.
• Must be available for agreed-upon extended stays at the family’s summer residences.
• Strong communication skills and professional references.

The family is seeking a long-term team member who will take ownership of the household’s daily operations and help ensure everything runs smoothly year-round.