Executive Housekeeper

Executive Housekeeper

Private Residence

Lovely executive couple with a beautiful home in Charlottesville, Virginia seeks to hire a well-seasoned, experienced, self-starter, and versatile executive housekeeper/cook. The perfect candidate will have a proven record with references, is passionate about working in a private residence with a large amount of fine furniture, antiques, and rare books, and has a love of cooking for others.

Primary responsibilities will include the daily, deep and specialty cleaning for the home and laundry, as well as help with other organizational and ongoing household projects. This position will also be responsible for planning menus and preparing and serving dinner every weekday evening and on other occasions as requested.

The perfect candidate will have the following qualifications:

Excellent cleaning, organizational, and cooking skills

Sound knowledge on proper care protocols with the ability to care for antiques, artwork, fine china, crystal, silver, brass, marble, fine linens, cookware, designer clothing, and specialty fabrics

Setting a beautiful table and serving a plus

Professional demeanor and appearance with a positive, pleasant personality

Discreet and respectful of principals’ privacy

Ability to be flexible based on needs of principals and household

Willing to sign a confidentiality agreement

Long-term intent

Able to communicate effectively and readily with manager and principals

This position will generally be Monday through Friday, 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm, with some flexibility to work when the family is entertaining. They will work alongside and report to the house manager.

An excellent compensation package is offered, depending on qualifications. Verifiable references and background check required.

To apply, please submit cover letter, resume, and references.