Description
DDA is in search for a part-time (potential of full-time) Executive Housekeeper for a family in West Lake Hills in Austin, TX. The family would like the EH to clean and manage their 4200 sq. ft. estate and their 1500 sq. ft. guesthouse. The EH’s work schedule is flexible for the right candidate, as long as the EH is available up to 30 hours a week ideally on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Hours are 9am-4pm with the flexibility to stay later or start earlier as needed. The EH will need to use her own vehicle for all driving related duties for the position but will be reimbursed with a gas/maintenance allowance.
Other duties include, but are not limited to the following:
All major housekeeping
Household management
Personal assistant to parents
Laundry & ironing
Managing supplies (restocking, purchasing etc.)
Meal prep
Running errands
Grocery shopping
The ideal candidate is a critical thinker and will be able to problem solve without having to be micro managed. After a few weeks, the EH should be able to work without being told what to do and figure out what needs to be done. The family needs a self-starter with a strong work ethic who works hard and smart. Cleaning, managing home, and running errands for a family require self-discipline and time management skills.
We are looking for candidates who have a minimum of 3+ years of professional experience, long-term tenure with a previous family and a friendly and positive attitude. It's crucial that the EH be able to take directions well and communicate clearly while giving the family their privacy. Since this is a long-term position, we are looking for someone who can commit to this family for many years. Those who meet our requirements will be told about the potential for this position to be full-time only during the interview process.