What is a Housekeeper?
The term Housekeeper once described someone who did only the light housekeeping. We use this term to describe someone that does the heavy cleaning of a home, in addition to the daily housekeeping of a home.
A Housekeeper's primary responsibility is to keep the home clean and presentable. Housekeepers may not have formal housekeeping training, but should have experience working in a private home. The specific duties and skills will vary depending on the size of the home and the candidate's experience level. Housekeepers work in all types of homes, from casual homes to formal, multi-staffed homes.
What are the responsibilities of a Housekeeper?
A Housekeeper may work on a live-in or live-out basis, either full or part-time. They usually work alone, but should the needs of the home demand multiple staff, they may work as a team with other housekeepers. There is a wide range of duties that may fall under the housekeeper's responsibilities. Typical duties may include the following:
 Cleaning the interior of the home and the immediate areas
 outside (patios, porches, walks)
Laundering clothes and household linens
Cooking and serving meals for the household
Assisting with the cooking and serving for special events
Running errands including the grocery shopping
Changing out the bed and household linens
Keeping the household supplies fully stocked
Caring for household pets
Making the beds
Polishing the silver
Mending clothes
House-sitting while the employer is out of town
Occasional childcare duties
What is the salary range for a Housekeeper?
Salary is usually based on two factors: the amount of experience the candidate brings to the position and the duties and hours included in the job description. Housekeepers generally earn between $20 and 25 per hour, plus benefits.
I want to begin my Housekeeper search with your agency, what's the next step?
Our team of Placement Counselors in our two Bay Area Town & Country Resources offices stand ready with an extensive pool of cheerful, professional candidates to assist you with your household needs. Once we have the details of the assignment and a signed referral agreement, we will begin your search! Contact one of our trained Placement Counselors at 800.457.8222 from 8:30am - 5:00pm. Monday through Friday.
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