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Starboard Staffing
East Hampton Housekeeper
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What they do
A Maid or Housekeeping Staff provides cleaning and housekeeping services, primarily for rooms and bathrooms in hotels and hospitals. May also work in private residences, office buildings, colleges, other institutions.
$36,845 / year median in New York
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Private family seeks an experienced, polished, and detail-oriented Housekeeper to join their established household team in East Hampton, New York. The successful candidate will work as part of a highly coordinated household operation, maintaining the residence to exacting standards and ensuring all principal and guest areas are consistently prepared, organized, and beautifully presented. This is an excellent long-term opportunity for a service-minded professional who understands the level of care, discretion, consistency, and attention to detail required within a high-end private residence. This is a full-time, year-round position with a seasonally varying schedule. During quieter periods, the schedule is generally Monday through Friday; however, significant flexibility is required during the summer season and major holidays, including Thanksgiving and Christmas, as well as potentially Memorial Day and Labor Day. During peak periods, schedules may fall on any of the seven days of the week, with shifts varying based on household needs and occasionally requiring early starts or later evening hours. The household is thoughtful about maintaining a balanced schedule throughout the year, and the ideal candidate will be comfortably based within a manageable commuting distance of East Hampton. The Housekeeper will work closely with the House Manager, housekeeping team, culinary staff, and broader household team to execute established household preferences and standards. Responsibilities extend beyond daily and detailed cleaning to include laundry, organization, inventory and stocking, principal and guest readiness, and food and beverage support. The ideal candidate is well-rounded, highly observant, and receptive to direction, with the ability to execute detailed instructions precisely and transition seamlessly between housekeeping, hospitality, and household support responsibilities as daily needs evolve. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Execute daily and detailed housekeeping throughout the residence, maintaining interiors to the highest standards and in accordance with the principals' preferences Maintain principal and guest areas in a constant state of readiness, including detailed cleaning, deep cleaning, organization, and special projects as assigned Assist with household laundry, closet organization, storage areas, and the care and organization of staff spaces Support inventory management, stocking, and restocking while communicating household supply needs appropriately Provide polished hospitality support, including food and beverage service, simple food preparation, kitchen assistance, and support to the culinary team as needed Work collaboratively across the residence with the housekeeping and broader household team to ensure consistent standards and seamless daily service Follow established household procedures and detailed instructions with accuracy, discretion, and exceptional attention to detail Remain flexible to changing schedules, principal and guest presence, entertaining, holidays, and seasonal household requirements Additional housekeeping and household duties as needed and requested