Job Description

Private Family in Grosse Pointe Shores Seeking an Executive Housekeeper (Live-In)

A private family (two retired adults) in Grosse Pointe Shores is seeking an experienced, professional Executive Housekeeper to join their established household team. This is a full-time, live-in position (private nearby condo provided, not within the main residence), working Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM .

We are open to candidates who currently reside out of state. Relocation assistance may be considered for the right individual.

The ideal candidate is highly skilled, discreet, service-oriented, and experienced in working within a refined private household. Professional presentation, calm demeanor, and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team are essential.

Compensation: $80,000–$90,000 per year, commensurate with experience.

The family is ideally seeking someone who can begin within the next month; however, they are committed to finding the right long-term fit.

Benefits

• Private live-in accommodations (separate condo nearby)
• Full medical health benefits
• Employer-matched 401(k)
• Small life insurance policy
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Paid bereavement leave
• Ten paid federal holidays
• Vehicle provided

Key Responsibilities

Executive-Level Housekeeping

• Hands-on daily cleaning and maintenance of a large private residence
• Expert care of special surfaces, antiques, fine art, and fine furnishings (detailed care instructions provided)
• Weekly bed changes, bathroom sanitation, linen management
• Household and personal laundry, ironing, and wardrobe care
• Detailed dusting, vacuuming, polishing, and buffing waxed floors
• Maintaining exceptional organizational standards (“a place for everything and everything in its place”)
• Careful, detail-oriented approach to protect valuable collections and furnishings

Household Operations

• Weekly grocery shopping and household supply management
• Running household errands
• Identifying maintenance and repair needs proactively
• Coordinating and scheduling service vendors
• Maintaining inventory of household supplies

Pets & Travel Support

• Comfortable caring for and engaging with household pets (required)
• House-sitting and full animal care during principals’ travel (compensated separately)

Entertaining & Service

• Knowledge of formal entertaining standards
• Ability to assist with service or coordinate with caterers during events (compensated separately)

Household Team

The Executive Housekeeper will work alongside:

• Full-Time Property Manager/Gardener
• Full-Time Administrative Assistant
• Part-Time Housekeeper

Collaboration, professionalism, and clear communication are important to maintaining a harmonious household environment.

Qualifications & Requirements

• MUST have prior experience working in a private home in a similar role
• Demonstrated experience caring for antiques, fine furnishings, and specialty surfaces
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Discreet, trustworthy, and respectful of confidentiality
• Professional presentation and demeanor
• Team-oriented with a positive, drama-free attitude
• Comfortable with pets
• Authorized to work in the United States

This is an excellent opportunity for a career Executive Housekeeper seeking long-term stability, strong benefits, and a respectful, well-managed household environment. Qualified candidates with proven private home experience are encouraged to apply.

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