Location: Berkeley, CA
Schedule: Friday–Sunday, approximately 10:00 AM–6:30 PM (Firm)
Position: Part-Time
Benefits: No healthcare benefits
A private household in Berkeley is seeking an experienced, hands-on Housekeeper to help maintain and organize a 6,000-square-foot residence. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, flexible, service-minded, and comfortable working collaboratively with the primary Housekeeper and other household staff.
Responsibilities
Perform detailed housekeeping and deep cleaning throughout the residence
Maintain outdoor patios, porch, greenhouse, garage, and storage areas
Manage laundry, linens, towels, and personal clothing
Coordinate dry cleaning
Make beds and change linens as needed
Organize the home and maintain household inventories
Purchase household supplies and run errands
Water indoor and outdoor plants
Feed and care for two dogs and one gecko
Coordinate veterinary and grooming appointments
Clean household vehicles as needed
Assist with packing and unpacking for travel
Wrap gifts, mail packages, organize mail, and receive/open deliveries
Manage garbage, recycling, and boxes
Hand wash fine china and crystal and polish silver
Coordinate maintenance and repair needs with household staff
Assist with special projects and additional household needs
Qualifications
Previous professional housekeeping experience
Strong cleaning, laundry, and organizational skills
Comfortable caring for fine china, crystal, silver, and household items
Proactive, hands-on, and willing to assist wherever needed
Detail-oriented and receptive to feedback
Strong communication skills and ability to follow household preferences
Collaborative and comfortable working with other household staff
Comfortable caring for dogs and other pets
Discreet, dependable, and service-oriented
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for errands
Non-smoker
Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Able to successfully complete a background check