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KS1046 - Full-Time Valet/Houseman - West Village, NYC

Job Locations US-NY-West Village
Posted Date 5 hours ago(7/18/2026 12:39 AM)
Job Reference Code
KS1046
# of Openings
1
Category
Houseman

Overview

A busy household in the West Village, NYC, is seeking a valet/houseman to help the principal with his morning start and routines.  This is a rare long-term opportunity to join a household that takes pride in maintaining an exceptional private residence.  The main residence is in NYC, and there is a second home in CA.  The role does not require travel.  The schedule is Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, from about 7:30 am to 3:30 pm.  The position is ready to hire and seeks longevity.

Responsibilities

  • Valet/Houseman duties for starting the principal's day
  • Preparing clothing and wardrobe daily
  • Preparing a bathrobe and slippers and setting up the shower routine
  • Maintaining the highest personal standards for yourself
  • Occasionally preparing a light breakfast and supporting the private chef
  • Maintaining household supplies
  • Packing and unpacking luggage for travel
  • Coordinating dry cleaning and tailoring
  • Maintaining the principal's wardrobe
  • Preparing the residence before and after travel
  • Anticipating the principal's daily needs with minimal direction
  • Coordinating qualified service providers' appointments
  • Hospitality-minded professional who understands that while the schedule is generally Monday through Friday, private households occasionally require flexibility to accommodate the principal's schedule, travel, guests, entertaining, and special events.

Requirements

  • Must be legal to work in the US
  • A calm, positive demeanor with the ability to adapt as household priorities evolve
  • Extensive experience working in high-end, luxury private residences
  • Exceptional valet and houseman-related skills
  • Expert wardrobe and fine fabric care
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to anticipate principal's needs and solve problems independently
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Comfort using smartphones, tablets, calendars, and household management software
  • Experience working with high-profile, public-facing, or ultra-high-net-worth principals preferred
  • Absolute discretion, sound judgment, and an unwavering commitment to confidentiality
  • Flexible availability, with the ability to adjust hours as needed to accommodate the principal's schedule, guests, entertaining, travel, and special events
  • Experience working in technologically sophisticated homes is highly desirable.
  • Candidates should be comfortable operating:
    • Crestron and Lutron home automation systems
    • Lutron smart lighting and automated shade controls
    • Whole-home audio, video, and entertainment systems, including Apple TV, AirPlay, distributed speaker systems, and integrated AV controls
    • Premium residential appliances, including Sub-Zero, Wolf, Miele, Gaggenau, and similar luxury brands

Salary and Benefits

The family is offering a competitive salary of $60/hr+, depending on experience, with a full, comprehensive benefits package.

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