🏠 Live-in Housekeeper / Assistant – Job Description

Role Overview

A Live-in Housekeeper / Assistant is responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and smoothly run household while also assisting with daily tasks and personal errands. This role requires reliability, discretion, and flexibility, as the individual resides in the employer’s home.

Key Responsibilities

🧹 Housekeeping Duties

Daily cleaning of all rooms (bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, living areas)
Dusting, sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming
Laundry and ironing (clothes, linens, curtains)
Making beds and maintaining household organization
Managing waste disposal

🍳 Kitchen & Meal Support

Basic meal preparation or cooking (as required)
Grocery shopping and kitchen stocking
Cleaning dishes and maintaining kitchen hygiene

🧺 Household Management

Keeping inventory of household supplies
Coordinating with service providers (plumbers, electricians, etc.)
Managing deliveries and vendors

👩‍💼 Personal Assistance

Running errands (shopping, bill payments, etc.)
Assisting with scheduling and appointments
Helping with guests (serving tea/food, room setup)

👶 (Optional, if required)

Light childcare or elderly assistance

Requirements & Qualifications

🎓 Education

No formal degree required (basic literacy preferred)

💼 Experience

Previous experience in housekeeping or domestic assistance preferred

🧠 Skills

Good organizational and time-management skills
Basic cooking knowledge
Ability to multitask
Attention to cleanliness and detail

🤝 Personal Qualities

Trustworthy and discreet
Polite and respectful
Physically fit and energetic
Flexible with working hours

Working Conditions

Live-in position (accommodation and meals typically provided)
May require weekend or flexible hours
Private room usually provided

Compensation & Benefits

Monthly salary (varies by location and experience)
Free accommodation and meals
Possible bonuses or leave benefits

Important Notes

Clear agreement on duties, working hours, and privacy is essential
Background verification may be required
Respect for boundaries (both employer and employee) is important

Live-in Housekeeper / Assistant jobs

Live-in Housekeeper / Assistant