Job Description - A housekeeper is a domestic service professional who has general responsibility for the maintenance and cleaning of a private household. A housekeeper's primary job responsibility is to maintain the employer's home in a clean and presentable manner at all times. A housekeeper may live in or live out, and may be employed on either a full time or a part time basis. Typical duties include cleaning the interior of the home and the immediate areas outside (patios, porches, decks, walks), Kitchen maintenance (dishes, cupboards, pantry, counters and floors), Laundry (Clothing & household linens), bed making, dusting, grocery shopping and other household errands. Some Housekeeper/Maid positions also require cooking or food preparation or occasional childcare. This should be specified early in the interview process if desired.
Schedules - All domestic personnel position types registered at NannyMax.com have their availability indicated under the “When Available” section of their profile. Housekeepers may be available part-time, full-time or both, and may also be available during the week, evenings, or on occasion/as needed. Please refer to the Housekeepers’ Profiles to best determine the availability.
Salary Range – – TTypically, Salaries for housekeepers range from $7/hour to $12/hour for full-time positions depending on experience, qualifications, availability, and the surface area of the facility to care for. Other factors that may affect wages are the employing family’s accessibility, the region of the country where employment is required, and the family’s special requirements. Some housekeepers may also have a different flat rate for occasional/scheduled cleaning. Families are encouraged to SEARCH our database for FREE to see the salaries requested by the candidates registered on our site.
Benefits – Although not required by law, many families offer benefits to their domestic personnel to encourage longevity of employment and make the overall compensation package more attractive to quality candidates. Some families offer perks such as transportation and lodging. While many candidates do not expect or desire benefits, others do. In all cases, families should discuss benefits directly with the candidates.
Finding and Hiring a Housekeeper through NannyMax.com - To find a Housekeeper through NannyMax.com, families may SEARCH our database for FREE to preview the candidates’ resumes based on criteria entered. To gain access to candidates’ contact information, the families may REGISTER and then contact the candidates directly to begin their selection & hiring process [LEARN MORE]. Salaries, benefits and responsibilities should be discussed and confirmed directly between families and candidates. We look forward to assisting you with your search for a qualified Housekeeper.
