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Housekeeper

HouseholdStaffing


Job Location:

North Caldwell, NJ - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 1 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 28 September 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Private Family in North Caldwell NJ seeking a Live-In Housekeeper- frequent travel to Florida.

*A car and driving are required for the position.*

Position: Full-Time Live-In Housekeeper
Schedule: Monday- Friday 40 hours/week. 8:30 am- clean up after dinner

The schedule can be broken up with many breaks during the day and significant downtime.

Salary: $30-$35/hour depending on experience
Benefits: 2 weeks PTO
Start Date: ASAP


About the Family: We are a quiet respectful two-person household seeking a full-time live-in housekeeper to help maintain our home. The ideal candidate is pleasant kind honest and takes initiative without needing daily direction.

Responsibilities include daily cleaning cooking laundry and ironing for two people and changing bed linens about once a week. Were looking for someone hardworking detail-oriented and able to manage tasks independently. The typical day starts around 8:30 AM with flexibility throughout the day and the ability to take breaks as needed. We ask for help cleaning up after dinner most evenings and cooking dinner a couple of times to a few times a week. Flexibility is important as some days may require different tasks depending on whats needed. This is a live-in position and a private room will be provided. We value trust reliability and a strong work ethic and hope to find someone who takes pride in their work and will treat our home with care. If youre looking for a stable supportive household where your efforts are appreciated wed love to hear from you.

*They frequent Palm Beach Florida. You would have living arrangements there as well. They go down for 6 months (December- April)

The housekeeper would travel with them and have a private NJ you have an entire floor of the home to yourself including a kitchen area.*

Home Size: 5000 sq of usable living space
Pets: one Maltipoo
Household Staff: 1 day a week Housekeeper comes in to help with any needs

Primary Responsibilities:
Daily housekeeping and general home upkeep
Laundry and ironing (for two people)
Changing bed linens weekly
Cooking dinner a couple of times to a few times per week
Assisting with dinner cleanup most evenings
Light meal prep or support with cooking as needed
Keeping household areas organized and tidy
Flexibility to adjust the routine based on daily needs
Ideal Candidate & Personality: The ideal candidate is proactive trustworthy and confident in their skills. They should be naturally nurturing have a positive attitude and take pride in maintaining a structured clean and peaceful environment. A flexible mindset strong communication skills and a calm demeanor are essential. This family is seeking someone who is looking for long-term placement and will become a valued part of their household.

Requirements
Prior experience in a similar role in a private household
Excellent references
Legal to work in the United States
Drivers license and clean driving record- A car is required
Comfortable with dogs
Willing to travel
English speaking required