Executive Housekeeper Position Available In Suffolk, Massachusetts

Executive Housekeeper
| Boston, MA, United States Posted Date
6/04/2025

Description Location:

One Dalton, Boston, MA

Schedule:

Full-Time (Flexibility Required)

Compensation:

Highly Competitive, Commensurate with Experience

Start Date:

Immediate or As Agreed Position Overview A distinguished private residence in Boston is seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Executive Housekeeper to join a professional housekeeping team in a full-time capacity. This position is part of a tiered structure, working closely with and supervising the Senior Housekeeper. The Executive Housekeeper will play a key role in maintaining the household to the highest possible standards of cleanliness, organization, and presentation, while supporting overall estate operations with discretion and excellence. Team Structure & Reporting
Reports to the Director of Residence/Family Office Collaborates closely with a Senior Housekeeper and Traveling Support Team Works in coordination with household staff, vendors, and private service professionals to ensure seamless day-to-day operations Key Responsibilities
Personnel Management
Lead, supervise, and support a team of Executive Housekeepers to ensure excellence in execution and adherence to household standards Assign and manage daily and weekly task lists, projects, and service zones Conduct regular performance reviews, give constructive feedback, and provide hands-on training to uphold consistency and excellence Foster a professional, respectful, and cooperative team culture with an emphasis on discretion, integrity, and service Quality Assurance & Standards
Establish, document, and enforce high-level housekeeping protocols, including deep cleaning, rotation schedules, and presentation standards Perform regular walkthroughs of the residence to inspect the quality of work and address areas for improvement or retraining Ensure all spaces—including formal, family, guest, and service areas—are consistently maintained to five-star luxury standards Operational Management
Manage the housekeeping schedule and adjust staffing as needed to meet the demands of daily routines, family presence, and special events Oversee inventory systems for cleaning products, linens, and supplies; manage reordering and vendor relationships in coordination with the estate team Maintain detailed logs, checklists, and reporting tools for transparency and efficiency Coordinate with other household departments including culinary, facilities, and security to ensure seamless communication and service delivery Housekeeping & Laundry Oversight
Provide expert-level hands-on housekeeping and laundry support as needed, setting an example for the team Ensure best practices are followed for care of fine furnishings, specialty surfaces, luxury wardrobe items, couture garments, and seasonal storage Establish systems for laundry labeling, ironing, wardrobe rotation, and packing/unpacking protocols for the principals Guest & Event Preparation
Manage and execute elevated guest-preparation standards, including guest suite readiness, presentation details, and event-related housekeeping tasks Work closely with service and culinary teams to prepare for formal and informal entertaining, ensuring flawless readiness before, during, and after events Ideal Candidate Profile
10+ years of experience in private service, with at least 3-5 years as an Executive Housekeeper or senior level housekeeper within a UHNW or multi-staffed household Proven ability to manage, lead, and inspire a high-performing team while maintaining accountability and discretion Expert knowledge of fine cleaning techniques, specialty materials, luxury household operations, and wardrobe care Highly organized, methodical, and quality-driven with strong systems-thinking Emotionally intelligent, adaptable, and confident under pressure Excellent communication skills and professional demeanor. Technologically literate and able to work with household software and digital systems, or willing to learn Requirements
Legal authorization to work in the United States Fluent in English (spoken and written); additional languages a plus Valid driver’s license and clean driving record preferred Technologically proficient (familiar with inventory tracking apps, task scheduling tools, etc.) Ability to lift and move items and perform physical housekeeping duties as needed Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays based on the needs of the household Work Environment This is a live-out, full-time role based in Boston. The household operates with precision, privacy, and the highest standards of discretion. The Executive Housekeeper is expected to lead by example, represent the ethos of the household, and proactively ensure the residence is maintained at a world-class level at all times. Job Type
Full-Time
Job Categories
Executive Housekeeper
Compensation

Compensation:

Highly Competitive, Commensurate with Experience
Housing Type
Live-out