Housekeeper

Job Title: Housekeeper – Private Residence

Location: Alexandria, Virginia

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday, 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM, with flexibility for occasional weekends or evenings as needed

Compensation: Commensurate with experience; competitive hourly or salaried rate

Benefits: Paid time off and holidays, potential health benefits after probationary period.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

An experienced and detail-oriented Housekeeper is sought to maintain a 5,000-square-foot private residence in Alexandria, VA. The ideal candidate will take pride in creating a well-run, immaculate home through consistent cleaning, organization, and care for fine fabrics, linens, and household surfaces. The role requires a service-minded professional who values discretion, reliability, and a proactive approach to household upkeep.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform daily and weekly cleaning of the home, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, polishing surfaces, and scheduled deep-cleaning tasks.

• Maintain kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, and common areas to the highest standard of cleanliness and order.

• Manage laundry and ironing, including proper care for fine fabrics, linens, and delicate garments.

• Organize closets, pantries, and storage areas for efficiency and accessibility.

• Change and maintain bed linens and towels on a set schedule.

• Perform light food preparation or assist with simple meal presentation as needed.

• Restock household supplies and report low inventory or maintenance needs promptly.

• Coordinate with vendors or service providers for deliveries, dry cleaning, and household repairs.

• Maintain strict confidentiality and uphold professionalism within a private household environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a private household or luxury hotel setting.

• Strong knowledge of fine-surface care, cleaning products, and garment care.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with a proactive, self-directed work style.

• Ability to follow instructions and adapt to employer preferences and household routines.

• Trustworthy, punctual, and discreet.

• Valid driver’s license preferred; background check required.

• U.S. work authorization required.

Nanny-Alexandria,VA

Location: Alexandria, VA
Schedule: Full-time; flexibility required (days, evenings, and occasional weekends)
Compensation: Commensurate with experience and private-service background

Overview

A private family seeks an experienced and nurturing Nanny to care for their three young children under the age of 5. The ideal candidate will bring 3 to 5 years of prior experience working in high-net-worth or fully staffed homes, with a proven ability to balance structure, creativity, and warmth in a dynamic household.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide attentive, developmentally appropriate care for the children

• Create and implement daily routines and engaging age-appropriate activities (educational play, outdoor time, creative projects, etc.)

• Manage children’s schedules, including naps, meals, and extracurriculars

• Prepare healthy meals and snacks as needed

• Maintain children’s areas, toys, and wardrobes in tidy, organized condition

• Handle children’s laundry and assist with packing/unpacking for trips

• Accompany the family on travel, both domestic and international, as needed

• Collaborate with parents and household staff to ensure smooth daily operations

• Uphold strict confidentiality and professionalism at all times

Requirements

• Legal authorization to work in the United States

• Valid passport (for travel)

• Clean background check and verifiable references

• 5–7 years of full-time experience as a nanny in a private or HNW residence

• Experience caring for multiple young children simultaneously

• Current CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

• Strong communication skills, reliability, and discretion

• Flexibility to adjust hours as needed based on family schedule

Personal Qualities

• Warm, patient, and energetic

• Highly organized and proactive

• Discreet and respectful of family privacy

• Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-expectation household