So, what is an all-in-one housekeeper? While we don’t have an app for that, we do have a name for it! She’s called an Executive Housekeeper. An executive housekeeper is a housekeeper, personal assistant and even a household manager all in one. Often, smaller households (typically under 5,000 sq. ft.) who don’t require a fully staffed home only need one person to perform these multiple roles. For larger, fully staffed households, an executive housekeeper’s main duties are to train and manage the less experienced housekeepers by example.
Many executive housekeepers have college degrees or specialized training and offer services such as bookkeeping, event planning, decorating, caregiving or cooking for smaller families or households. While the main duties involve keeping the house clean and organized, a second, subordinate housekeeper or service is often necessary to help with periodic deep cleaning. The executive housekeeper manages these periodic deep cleanings, as well as general household maintenance, supplies and communications with the vendors and service providers. All duties are based on the homeowner’s specific preferences and the executive housekeeper’s specialized skills, training and experience.
Sounds great, right? Its no surprise executive housekeepers are one of the most requested services in the domestic service industry. If you’ve ever hired for this position, you can appreciate that it’s like “finding a needle in a haystack.” They must work well with your family’s lifestyle and needs. This versatility, particularly when you’re matched with the right employee who’s in it for the long haul, is pure gold. In many cases they become an extended part of your family.
So now, you may be asking, “what kind of salary do executive housekeepers require?” While this varies based on geography, work schedule, duties and skills, the average base compensation for executive housekeepers typically starts at $65,000 a year with full benefits. Full benefits include health and dental insurance, or a monthly stipend for insurance; as well as housing if it’s a live-in position.
Deb’s Domestic Agency specializes in the matchmaking and placement of long-term executive housekeepers. Since our service is 100% commission-based, we are highly selective about the clients we work with and the candidates we represent. If you have questions about any of our services, or if you need help to determine which domestic professional will best fit your family’s needs, we would love to hear from you. The best way to start is by filling out our no-obligation Household Staff Request Form.