House Manager/Housekeeper (Full-Time)

Job #: J2326

Position Details: Full-Time, Permanent, Live-Out.
Location: Bridgehampton, NY.
Days: Monday–Friday.
Hours: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, with flexibility as needed.
Compensation: $130,000–$150,000 per year.
Start Date: To be determined.

A private household in Bridgehampton, NY, is seeking an experienced, hands-on House Manager/Housekeeper to oversee the daily care, organization, and smooth operation of the residence. This role combines detailed housekeeping with household management responsibilities and is best suited for a proactive professional who is equally comfortable maintaining the home and coordinating its day-to-day needs.

Main Responsibilities:

Housekeeping:

Perform and oversee detailed daily and deep cleaning throughout the residence.
Maintain bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, living spaces, and common areas to a consistently high standard.
Handle household laundry, linens, ironing, steaming, and wardrobe care.
Make beds, change linens, and maintain organized closets and storage areas.
Properly care for fine furniture, artwork, antiques, delicate surfaces, and specialty materials.
Keep the residence organized, polished, and guest-ready at all times.
Monitor cleaning supplies and household products and arrange for restocking as needed.

Household Management:

Oversee the daily operation and general upkeep of the residence.
Create and maintain household schedules, routines, checklists, and organizational systems.
Coordinate household vendors, contractors, maintenance appointments, and deliveries.
Provide access to service providers and supervise work completed in the home.
Identify maintenance concerns and ensure repairs are addressed promptly.
Manage household inventories and maintain records of supplies, equipment, and service needs.
Assist with preparing the home for family arrivals, guests, events, and seasonal transitions.
Coordinate with family members and other household staff to ensure priorities are completed.
Run errands, complete household shopping, and assist with special projects as needed.
Maintain discretion and protect the family’s privacy at all times.

Qualifications and Required Qualities:

Several years of experience as a House Manager, Estate Manager, Executive Housekeeper, or senior household professional.
Strong hands-on housekeeping, laundry, ironing, and organizational skills.
Previous experience working in a high-end private residence.
Knowledge of caring for fine furnishings, artwork, antiques, delicate fabrics, and specialty surfaces.
Experience coordinating vendors, contractors, maintenance, and household projects.
Highly organized with excellent time-management and multitasking abilities.
Proactive and able to recognize and address household needs independently.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Professional, discreet, trustworthy, and dependable.
Flexible and willing to assist with a wide variety of household responsibilities.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Strong professional references.
Legally authorized to work in the United States.

The Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate is a polished, hands-on household professional who understands that successful house management requires both leadership and a willingness to complete everyday tasks. This person will be proactive, resourceful, and attentive to detail, with the ability to manage vendors and household logistics while also maintaining the residence to an exceptional standard.

Muffetta Household Staffing Agency, Inc.

House Manager/Housekeeper

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