British American Household Staffing

AC157 - 2 Full-Time Housekeepers - Palm Beach, FL/Hamptons, NY

Job Locations US-FL-Palm Beach | US-NY-Hamptons
Posted Date 13 hours ago(10/14/2025 8:31 PM)
Job Reference Code
AC157
# of Openings
2
Category
Housekeeper

Overview

A private family in Palm Beach, FL, with a second home in Southampton, NY, is seeking to hire two experienced and professional full-time Housekeepers to join an established household team under the supervision of the Executive Housekeeper. The estate is approximately 15,000 sq ft with 7 bedrooms and 11 bathrooms. The position is live-out when in Florida and live-in, staff room or rental, when in the Hamptons, June through September.

The ideal candidates will be highly professional, discreet, detail-oriented, and physically capable, with prior experience in luxury private homes. This role requires a go-getter attitude, someone who is quick, thorough, and capable of following detailed instructions precisely. The schedule will be rotational with at least one weekend off per month and two days off per week. The shifts are 8am to 4pm or 12pm to 8pm. 

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

  • Full spectrum of housekeeping duties, including but not limited to:
    • Deep and light cleaning, including dusting, mopping, and vacuuming
    • Sanitation of kitchen surfaces/appliances and bathrooms
    • Laundry care, including delicate and couture items
    • Steaming and ironing
    • Packing and unpacking for principals
    • Care of fine furnishings, fabrics, and fine art
    • Changing linens and making beds
    • Household organization
  • Light plant care and watering
  • Feeding and light cleanup for household pets (currently no dog, but pet-friendly attitude required)
  • Comfortably managing physical demands: navigating stairs, lifting up to 25–30 lbs
  • Maintaining discretion and privacy in all tasks
  • Always keeping the home in guest-ready condition
  • Communication via group iMessages with the household team

Qualifications

  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to follow instructions and read labels
  • Collaborative team player
  • Highly discreet, reliable, and physically active
  • Professional, trustworthy, and thorough
  • Ability to read the room 
  • Proactive thoughtful approach

Requirements

  • Prior experience in a private, high-end home in a similar role
  • English fluency (Spanish a plus)
  • Willingness to travel and adapt to seasonal schedules
  • Pet-friendly
  • Must be able to spend June through September in the Hamptons
  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
  • Legal to work in the U.S.

Salary and Benefits

The family is offering $33 per hour with a pay increase, while in the Hamptons, a $500 health stipend and 3 weeks of PTO. Costs for shipping a vehicle to the Hamptons or Uber costs while in the Hamptons will be covered.

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