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FULL-TIME HOUSEKEEPER needed in LAKE BLUFF, IL 60044

This friendly client is seeking an experienced, proactive and trustworthy housekeeper to stay with her long-term. Duties include: Deep clean and maintain the main home as well as the 2 guest houses, load/unload dishwasher, change bed linens, organizational projects, water plants, accept deliveries, polish brass and laundry (laundry for 1 person and linens). As the client ages, she may need more assistance with occasional errands and grocery shopping. 2-3 days a week the housekeeper will be required to clean the main home and the other days the housekeeper will clean the guest houses. There is one person living in the main home--so main living areas are the main priority. Bigger projects will be needed if guests are coming in town. Driving may be needed on occasion--for errands or driving her to appointments. Housekeeper can use her vehicle. The ideal candidate will be very organized, takes initiative, is quiet and trustworthy. There is an Estate Manager at the property as well so this person should know how to work independently but also in a team setting as well.

This is a long-term come-and-go position for 5 days and 40 hours a week.

Work days and hours:

Monday-Friday: 8am-4pm or 9am-5pm

NOTE: Flexibility to help out with extra hours on occasion with advanced notice

Salary: $20-$23 per hour BEFORE TAXES

Benefits: 2 weeks paid vacation, 6 national holidays, 5 sick days.

Family has no pets.

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FULL-TIME HOUSEKEEPER needed in CHICAGO , IL 60614 (Lincoln Park)

The successful candidate will be extremely detailed with in-depth knowledge of household cleaning and solid experience in the upkeep of fine homes. The Housekeeper will work under a Household Management Team and must be able to take direction as well as work independently. The candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills and understand he/she is an integral part of a team responsible for caring for the residence and ensuring a positive experience for the Principal.

Duties for this position include: 

• Meticulously handle daily housekeeping and periodic deep cleaning for all areas of 9,500 sq. ft. home
• Care of fine furniture, flooring, doors, sills and mill work
• Care of mirrors, glass doors and shelves in all rooms
• Seasonal deep cleaning of all rooms, carpets, draperies, upholstery and lamp shades
• Polish of silver, china and crystal
• Periodic deep cleaning of pantry and refrigerators
• Wash and storage of fresh produce
• Launder and fold linen, terry bath products and cleaning rags
• Replace light-bulbs
• Monitor and report necessary defects within the home
• Maintain cleaning supplies and household inventory
• Sweep and dust of exterior grounds
• Clean up and organization of outdoor living spaces such as rooftop deck and terrace
• Assist household staff with other duties as needed

This is a long-term position for 5 days and 32-40 hours a week. 

Work days and hours:

Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm

Note: Housekeeper may occasionally need to work evenings and weekends with advanced notice.

Note: Ideal candidate has a valid driver's license but not required.

Salary: $45,000-$55,000 per year BEFORE TAXES

Benefits: 2 weeks paid vacation, 10 National holidays, 5 sick days, 3 personal days. 

Family has no pets

PART-TIME HOUSEKEEPER needed in CHICAGO, IL 60614 (Lincoln Park)

This professional family of 3 is seeking a trustworthy, detail-oriented and calm housekeeper to stay with their family long-term. Duties include but are not limited to: clean and maintain the 4,500 square foot living space (3 bedrooms, 3 main bathrooms, 2 not regularly used guest bathrooms), washing and changing bed linens, family laundry, ironing, garbage removal, stocking household items, organizational projects as needed, load/unload the dishwasher. Cooking can be part of this position, but not necessarily a must. The ideal candidate should be hardworking; have a great attitude; and willing to take directions and instructions. Owners work from home office at times. This person should be able to work as a member of a team with the Household Manager in the home. 

This is a long-term position with a flexible schedule ranging from 2 – 4 days a week; 15-22 hours a week.

Work days and hours:

• Position is flexible dependent on housekeeper’s preferred days (2 – 4) and hours (15-22 per week)
• A set and consistent schedule is required for the position

NOTE: Driving is not needed.

Salary: $25-$27 per hour BEFORE TAXES

Benefits: 5 paid vacation days and national holidays that fall on a working day 

Family has no pets.